AIC AI Video Contest
Official Rules
1. Overview
- Sponsor: AI Catalysis
- Objective: Create a compelling video that leverages the power of artificial intelligence.
2. Eligibility
- This competition is open globally to residents of regions that can access the registration website.
- Participants can enter individually or as part of a team, and corporate teams are also eligible to participate (only one representative is required to register, submit entries, and communicate).
- Each participant may upload multiple entries. We will select outstanding works for review based on our criteria.
3. Video Requirements
- Content:
- Theme: No restrictions.
- AI Tool Usage: Every frame of the video must be generated or significantly manipulated by AI tools, including but not limited to AI-generated tools and AI editing tools (e.g., PR, RunwayML). Videos may include non-AI generated footage but it must not exceed 10% of the total duration, and all footage must be processed using AI tools.
- Verification: AI Catalysis may require participants to provide proof of AI tool usage. Failure to provide such proof may result in disqualification.
- Sound:
- The voice-over can be manually recorded or use any non-infringing sound or AI-generated sound.
- Length and Quantity:
- Recommended length: 30 seconds to 3 minutes (under 250MB).
- Quantity: Unlimited, but ensure different entries do not contain identical footage.
4. Registration
- Video Upload Link: https://woobox.com/gg9sj6
- Video Size: Ensure the video is less than 250MB.
- Video Format: MP4, MOV.
- Submission Details: When uploading, participants should provide a brief description of the entry, including all the AI tools used, any parts that involved non-AI techniques or actual filming (if applicable, please provide the time intervals of such content in seconds, ex: “[3,7], [9,11]”), the creative process, and whether the entry was completed independently or collaboratively. (If it was a collaborative effort, please indicate whether the team was formed on a temporary or permanent basis).
- Optional: Brief background of the individual or team, including how they learned to use AI tools and the duration of their learning.
- Title Page: Participants must add a title card at the start of the video, lasting at least 2 seconds.
5. Judging
- Judging Panel: Composed of AI video professionals, outstanding AI video creators, and AIC executives.
- Evaluation: Entries will be evaluated based on (1) Visual Quality – 20%, (2) Creativity – 20%, (3) Consistency – 20%, (4) Depth of AI Tools Use – 30%, (5) Overall Impression – 10%.
- Evaluation System:
- We will conduct an initial review of all entries. Only those that pass the initial review will proceed to the final judging phase, thus having the opportunity to compete for prizes. Participants whose entries pass the initial review will be notified via email. If you do not receive an email notification within two weeks of submission, it means your entry has unfortunately been eliminated.
- Each member of the judging panel will independently score each entry, and the average of these scores will determine the final score of the entry.
- Most Popular Award: This award will be determined by public vote. Anyone can vote via email login at https://woobox.com/gg9sj6/gallery?web=1j6.
- Voting Rule: You may cast one vote per day, but each vote can only be allocated to one work.
6. Prizes
- We are excited to see your entries and inspire your creativity!
- First Place: $3,000
- Second Place: $2,000
- Third Place: $1,000
- Most Popular Award: $1,000
- The winners and their works will be featured on AI Catalysis official website on November 15th, 2024.
7. Copyright and Sharing
- Participants must ensure that their entries do not infringe on any third-party rights, as this will lead to disqualification and potential liability for related damages.
- Participants retain copyright over their entries but must grant AI Catalysis the right to use the works for promotional purposes.
- We encourage sharing your works on personal social media channels; remember to tag “AIC AI Video Contest” and @AI Catalysis on social media.
8. Timeline
- Submission Deadline: November 8th, 2024
- Preliminary Feedback: All participants will receive preliminary feedback within two weeks of submission. Outstanding entries will be featured on the AI Catalysis official website. Submissions close to the deadline may not receive feedback.
- Results Announcement: November 15th, 2024
9. Future Collaboration
- All participants will have the opportunity to collaborate with AIC in the future, participate in AIC video development programs, or join the AIC video production team.
- Stay tuned to our website and social media for updates on future AI video competitions.
10. Additional Information
- ALL FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL TAXES ASSOCIATED WITH THE RECEIPT OR USE OF ANY PRIZE ARE THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE WINNER.
- If you have any questions, please contact us anytime at contest@aicatalysis.com.
Hint: There are no restrictions on the theme of the video, but we encourage you to explore creating commercial shorts or drama shorts (plot required) using AI.
We look forward to seeing a variety of innovative and vibrant entries stand out in this competition, and through this platform, we aim to inspire more creators to use AI technology to showcase their talents and bring unprecedented visual experiences to a global audience!