Rules:
- Films must be uploaded to your own YouTube account and a link emailed to DIYFilmMakerContest@gmail.com by the deadline. All films that miss the deadline cannot be considered for the contest, but are encourage to share with everyone.
- Each film will be placed into a contest playlist on the DIYFilmmakerContest YouTube channel.
- Deadlines are 9 days from when the contest begins. (Ex - Begin date Feb 24th, Deadline is March 3rd)
- Films must include the supplied tag line, character name, and prop. Films also should stick to the specified genre. These will be chosen at random every two weeks.
- Films must be no longer than 2 minutes (not including credits).
- Must Include a 2-Pop two seconds before the film begins. (This is to give everyone a fair shot in regards to time. )
- Must include at least 1 DIY/Frugal Filmmaker item to create the video. However, the DIY / Frugal item must be listed in the credits.
- Content of films must be rated PG-13. Fighting / War films are allowed within common sense reason.
- All content included in the films should be royalty free or your own content. Stock video is not permitted.
Judging:
- YouTube Views will equal 1 point.
- YouTube Likes will equal 10 points.
- 2 Judges will rate each film in the following 3 categories on a scale of 1-5 each worth 10 points.
- Technical - Does everything look and sound appropriate. Is the film white balanced properly? Did the film include all required elements? Did the film stick to the genre?
- Creative - Is the film original or originally executed.
- Like-ability - Did we enjoy watching it?
- We will tally up all the points and who ever has the most, wins. Obviously, the faster you get your video online, the more likely you'll accumulate points.
If you have questions, please ask.
Sean, Chris, & Lucas
