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CATEGORY |
Content Subcategory |
Length Subcategory Note: animation/video length includes the entire video length, including title, credits, and opening/closing black.
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Freshman |
Category content and video length is to be determined by the freshman technology teacher. NOTE: a freshman can also create and enter a video in another category. | |
Animation (defined as a wmv file which was created on computer using animation creation software) |
Instructional/Non-Fiction or Entertainment |
Short Length 20 – 39 seconds |
Medium Length 40+ seconds |
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Video (defined as a wmv file which was recorded using a video camera and edited on the computer) |
Instructional/Non-Fiction |
Short Length 30 – 89 seconds |
Medium Length 90+ seconds |
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Entertainment |
Short Length 30 – 89 seconds |
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Medium Length 90 seconds - 4 minutes |
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Combination Video & Animation (defined as a video—a wmv file—which incorporates animation equal to at least ¾ of the total video length) |
Instructional/Non-Fiction or Entertainment
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Short Length 30 – 89 seconds |
Medium Length 90 seconds - 4 minutes |
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PhotoStory (as a wmv file in which ¾ of the video length is composed of photos and/or graphics) |
Instructional/Non-Fiction or Entertainment |
Short Length 30 – 89 seconds |
Medium Length 90 seconds - 4 minutes |
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Additional Awards All animations/videos, regardless of category will be eligible for these extra awards. |
Best Special Effects - defined as a change in the look of the original video created by the computer in the post-production process; this includes but is not limited to the use of chromokey, filters, or rotoscoping Best Technical Quality – defined as top quality in the image and sound; this includes—but is not limited—to clear dialogue, good sound mix, smooth transitions, no shaking of camera, or good picture quality/color/contrast Best Storytelling – defined as use of images/sound in telling a story, instructing the view, or making a point Best Sound Track – defined as best use of music or sound effects to advance the story |
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