CATEGORIES / REQUIREMENTS

Motion / Film / Gaming Craft

This discipline highlights the art and craft of motion graphics, animation and visual effects, as well as the technical aspects of film and gaming.

ELIGIBILITY: January 1, 2020 - March 26, 2021

MEDIA: Each category accepts specific media types. Judging and Supporting media can be attached to your entry after your category is selected.

Judging Media: The primary material and content that the jury will be judging
Supporting Media: Secondary material and content that the jury may choose to review at their discretion
Reference Media: These images will be used for reference but will not be judged.

INFORMATION: Project information is required on all entries. A detailed project description of 300 words or less is not required, but is highly recommended.

Submission Media Specs View Entry Fees 2021 Entry Guide View Previous Winners

Motion / Film / Gaming Craft
Design for Good

DFG-111: Design for Good - Motion / Film Craft

A single (1) or series (2-5) of videos that encourage positive societal or political change.

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Motion / Film / Gaming Craft
Craft in Motion / Film

MOT-101: Craft in Motion / Film - Animation

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos displaying craft in the simulation of movement created by displaying sequential frames.

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MOT-102: Craft in Motion / FIlm - Animated Logo

A single (1) or series (2-5) of animated logos.

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MOT-103: Craft in Motion / Film - Cinematography

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos displaying craft in the movement of the camera, framing, lighting and filming choices.

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MOT-104: Craft in Motion / Film - Direction

Concept and execution for a single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos.

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MOT-105: Craft in Motion / Film - Editing

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos displaying craft in the timing and cuts of film segments.

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MOT-106: Craft in Motion / Film - Motion Graphics

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos displaying craft in the combination of different creative elements like typography, illustration, logos, shapes and video, animated in a way that tells a story.

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MOT-107: Craft in Motion / Film - Special Effects

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos displaying craft in the simulation of imagery.

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MOT-108: Craft in Motion / Film - Use of Music / Sound

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos displaying craft in the use of audio in tandem with visuals.

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MOT-109: Craft in Motion / Film - Typography

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos displaying craft in the typography In or overlaid on the moving image.

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MOT-110: Craft in Motion / Film - Extended Reality

Exceptional motion/film craftsmanship in a single (1) or series (2-5) of VR, AR or MR projects.

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Motion / Film / Gaming Craft
Motion / Film

MOT-111: Motion / Film - Documentary

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos intended to document some aspect of reality, primarily for the purposes of instruction, education, or maintaining a historical record.

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MOT-112: Motion / Film - Movie Trailer

A single (1) preview or series (2-5) of previews for a film.

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MOT-113: Motion / Film - Music Video

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos featuring a performance of a song.

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MOT-114: Motion / Film - Narrative

A single (1) films or series (2-5) of films with a brand integrated into the script, plot, or broader themes of the content. Includes fiction and non-fiction work.

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MOT-115: Motion / Film - Short Video - Single

A single (1) film that is 5 minutes or less.

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MOT-116: Motion / Film - Short Video - Series

A series (2-5) of short films that are each 5 minutes or less. May include web series, episodic content, etc.

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MOT-117: Motion / Film - Television / VOD Promo - Single

A single (1) promotion, introduction, opening, preview, bumper, interstitial, etc.

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MOT-118: Motion / Film - Television / VOD Promo - Series

A series (2-5) of promotions, introductions, openings, previews, bumpers, interstitials, etc.

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MOT-119: Motion / Film - Title Sequences

A single (1) design of identity or credits.

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MOT-120: Motion / Film - Unpublished

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos that have not been created for a client.

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Motion / Film / Gaming Craft
Craft in Gaming

MOT-121: Craft in Gaming - Animation

Simulation of movement created by displaying sequential frames within a single (1) game.

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MOT-122: Craft in Gaming - Cinematography

Movement of the camera, framing, lighting and filming choices within a single (1) game.

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MOT-123: Craft in Gaming - Direction

Game concept and execution within a single (1) game.

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MOT-124: Craft in Gaming - Motion Graphics

Combination of different creative elements like typography, illustration, logos, shapes and video, animated in a way that tells a story within a single (1) game.

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MOT-125: Craft in Gaming - Sound

Use of audio in tandem with visuals within a single (1) game.

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MOT-126: Craft in Gaming - Special Effects

Simulation of imagery within a single (1) game.

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Motion / Film / Gaming Craft
Innovation

MOT-127: Innovation

A single (1) or series (2-5) of videos that push creative boundaries.

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