Biggest cash prize: $21,000 in the Ricola ‘I Found Chrüterchraft’ Video Project, brought to you by Tongal. What’s in a name? Ricola cough drops have given a name to the secret magical blend of 10 herbs in every drop that bring relief to sore throats and coughs: Chrüterchraft. Now, they are seeking quirky and shareable 30-60 second videos that capture that moment of euphoric relief in a really fun way! Open worldwide 13 and older. Pitch to earn a $1000 production budget by July 1st. Final videos are due August 5th.
Best prize: A Panasonic HC-X920 + MAGIX Video Pro X 5 in the ‘My Next Big Thing’ MAGIX Video Contest. MAGIX and Panasonic have teamed up to provide you the best software and hardware to create your Next Big Thing. All you need to do is tell them what that ‘Next Big Thing’ is! Whether it’s a movie, short film, web series, whatever…share your idea and you could score filmmaking equipment to make it happen. Open worldwide, 13 and older. Due August 2nd.
Best trip: A trip to Rio de Janeiro + $8000 in the Rio de Janeiro 2013: Mizuno Video Contest, brought to you by MOFILM. Mizuno is a brand that believes in the power of the team. The brand is looking for inspiring films that tell the story of a team coming together to win. Open worldwide, 16 and older. Pitch to earn a production budget by June 28th. Final videos are due August 18th.
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OVC’s Pick of the Week: Out of all the contests, our favorite this week is the Siemens ‘Urban Ideas’ Video Contest, brought to you by Zooppa. This contest is seeking docu-style videos that show how real-life innovative products are helping to meet the needs of daily urban life. Your job here is to find and highlight a product that’s making a difference in one of the following areas: urban transportation, waste management, sustainable communities, city infrastructure, or energy efficient lifestyle. Make sure you bring a human face to this product - it could be the inventor or someone who benefits from it - and you’ll be well on your way. Overall, a total of ten videos will be purchased and the best of the bunch will earn $12,000! Open worldwide, 14 and older. Due August 19th.
None of these video contests striking your fancy? There are TONS more contests waiting for you at OnlineVideoContests.com! Which contests will you be working on?
Posted Jun 14, 2013
Just a reminder - we will be accepting your THREE WORDS video responses until this Saturday (6/15) at NOON PST. If you want to win a $25 Amazon gift card and get featured in next week’s video, we’ll need it by then! We can’t wait to see what you come up with!
Watch this ‘New & Notable’ video for details: http://youtu.be/jUMFF1lQJHQ
This week, a bunch of you are ‘Up For Vote in the Adblock Plus Creative Challenge. We certainly hope an OVCer takes home a win in this contest because it’s offering some cool filmmaking-related prizes.
Thanks for sharing your entries with us - and thanks for everyone who voted! Good luck to you all!
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Remember, there are plenty of other videos that could use a little help as well. If you’ve got a minute, stop on by the ‘Up For Vote’ page on OVC. And if you need help winning a video contest with views or votes, make sure to share your entry with us there too. Don’t forget to let us know when you win!
Posted Jun 10, 2013
New and Notable Video Contests - Week of June 10
Biggest cash prize: $10,000 in the ABC Family ‘You Should Know This About Me’ Contest. This is a contest that gives young people ages 14-22 a platform to share their story. Tell the world what makes you YOU: your beliefs, your inspiration, your truth. Open to US residents and due July 12th.
Best prize: A $5000 window makeover from Budget Blinds in the ‘Like Your Home Better’ Window Makeover Contest. Have you ever had a home decor mishap? Share your biggest decorating fail with Better Homes & Gardens and you could be rewarded with a major home upgrade. Open to US residents, 21 and older. Due July 31st.
Best trip: A trip to Lollapalooza + $8000 in the Lollapalooza 2013: Nescafe Video Contest, brought to you by MOFILM. If you want to enjoy life, you have to be awake to its possibilities and opportunities. Make a spot that captures how a cup of Nescafe in the morning can enhance your senses and help you take on the day. Open worldwide, 16 and older. Due July 15th.
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OVC’s Pick of the Week: Out of all the contests, our favorite this week is the Purina Friskies ‘The Friskies’ 2013 Video Contest. We like this contest because it’s got a lot of great stuff going for it: CATS, CASH, CUTENESS, and A BUNCH OF WINNERS. If you think your cat has what it takes to become the next Internet sensation, enter a video into one of four CATegories. Twenty semi-finalists will receive a year supply of Friskies food and treats, and after an online vote, that number will whittle down to 12 Finalists. These Finalists all win a trip to New York City, where the top 4 category winners will be announced. Those ultimate four winners get to walk away with a cool $5,000, plus one fan favorite will also be named to receive $5,000! This is definitely a great contest you’ll want to pounce on! Open to US residents, 18 and older. Due July 15th.
None of these video contests striking your fancy? There are TONS more contests waiting for you at OnlineVideoContests.com! Which contests will you be working on?
FIVE OVCers have shared their newest video contest entries with us - and now they need our votes and views to take home sweet prizes like CASH and VACATIONS! So if you’ve got a moment, pull up a chair and send them some virtual support.
Thanks for sharing your entries with us - and thanks for everyone who voted! Good luck to you all!
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Remember, there are plenty of other videos that could use a little help as well. If you’ve got a minute, stop on by the ‘Up For Vote’ page on OVC. And if you need help winning a video contest with views or votes, make sure to share your entry with us there too. Don’t forget to let us know when you win!
Posted Jun 5, 2013
Just a reminder - we will be accepting your SUPER VILLAIN video responses until this Saturday (6/8) at NOON PST. If you want to win a $25 Amazon gift card and get featured in next week’s video, we’ll need it by then! We can’t wait to see what you come up with!
Biggest cash prize: $30,000 in the LEGO Hero Factory ‘The Next Saga’ Video Project, brought to you by Tongal. This one is for the stop motion and CGI animators out there. You are being called upon to create a 60-90 second animated video, alongside additional 15 and 30 second trailers, that will create buzz and excitement for the LEGO Hero Factory. Even if you’re not an animator, you can get in on the action by pitching an idea to earn $1000 by June 10th. Open worldwide, 13 and older. Final videos are due August 1st.
Best prize: A $1000 college scholarship in the VideoSurveillance.com College Scholarship Contest. To participate, answer the following question in a 60-second video: ”How would you use video surveillance to create a better and safer community?” Open to high school seniors, college and graduate school students in the US. Due June 25th.
Best trip: A trip to Rio de Janeiro + $8000 in the Rio de Janeiro 2013: Shell Video Contest, brought to you by MOFILM. This year marks the 100th year that Shell has been in Brasil, and they’d like you to create a short film that captures the spirit of the country over those past many years. Open worldwide, 16 and older. You can pitch for a production grant by July 9th, otherwise final videos are due August 18th.
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OVC’s Pick of the Week: Out of all the contests, our favorite this week is the 2013 Do The RIDE Thing Video Contest. This is an annual competition aimed at kids and teens under the age of 18 that seeks PSA-style videos on the subject of ATV safety. This year, there is a new category, dirt bike safety, and even more prizes than ever. Winners in each category are divvied up by age group, and the overall best video will earn $2500. Open to US residents ages 6-18. Due August 15th.
None of these video contests striking your fancy? There are TONS more contests waiting for you at OnlineVideoContests.com! Which contests will you be working on?
Posted Jun 1, 2013
On set today - can you spot our newest toy?
Posted May 27, 2013
In this Very Special Episode(TM), Marissa tells you how to increase your chances of winning video contests. She shares 3 tips that will get you thinking more strategically about choosing the right contests for you. Plus, share YOUR tips for winning in the comments for a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card from OVC!
After you’re done watching, make sure to jump on over to OVC and put your new knowledge to work!
Several OVCers have recently submitted to contests that need votes and views to win. Check out their great work and give them your support if you think they did a good job!
Remember, there are plenty of other videos that could use a little help as well. If you’ve got a minute, stop on by the ‘Up For Vote’ page on OVC. And if you need help winning a video contest with views or votes, make sure to share your entry with us there too. Don’t forget to let us know when you win!
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