PROJECTS

There is no single way to tell a story. Teams may decide what tools and techniques to utilize in order to complete their stories. Some of these tools include scripts, storyboards, narration, music (fair use, licensed, or public domain music only) and current techniques/trends. You cannot use stock or anything created before the workshop. If you use music in your edited piece we need documentation on where it came from and your right to use it.

  • Be aware of your surroundings & have situational awareness at all times in the DC area

  • Have a plan for transportation throughout the DC area (metro schedule, car rental, cab)

  • Do not shoot monuments and landmarks without the proper permissions

Teams may use whatever equipment they bring or any gear that becomes available throughout the workshop.

Examples of previous submissions can be found here.

The competition officially begins after the theme is chosen and ends sharply on Sunday morning. Editing can be done at the most convenient location for the team. Final products will be delivered either online or in person. Further instructions TBA.

Plan accordingly to ensure your team meets the Sunday morning deadline. Factor in the time needed for rendering & encoding. Projects submitted after the deadline has passed will still be viewed and critiqued. They will not however, be eligible for awards.

FORMAT & SUBMISSION

  • Aspect ratio is up to the discretion of the team (but should be content driven)

  • Quicktime, Codec: H.264 MP4, Frame Rate: same as source

  • Maximum production length: 5 minutes

  • Name file the title of your project.

  • Ensure you turn in team entry information form along with your project video file.

  • Turn in all release forms, music sources and social media tags with your submission.

JUDGING & AWARDS

On Sunday morning, a panel of judges will view and critique all projects. After initial feedback
from the judges we will break for lunch. Afterwards, the judges will conduct a short question/
answer session followed by an awards ceremony. Awards will be presented in the following
categories:

  • The HUG-MEDINA Award - Best In Cinematography

  • The CAPRA Award - Best In Editing

  • The MORRELL Award - Best In Show (Sponsored by Adobe)

  • The Viewers Choice Award (Most Likes & Views over a 30-day period)