CATEGORIES / REQUIREMENTS

Motion / Film Craft

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

THE ADC 103RD ANNUAL AWARDS WILL OPEN FOR ENTRIES IN OCTOBER 2023.

ELIGIBILITY: January 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024

ARCHITECTURE / INTERIOR / ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN ELIGIBILITY: January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2024

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

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.

PERSONAL/PASSION PROJECTS WELCOME

Motion / Film Craft
Design for Good

DFG-112: Design for Good - Motion / Film Craft

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

Motion / Film 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.

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

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

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.

MOT-104: Craft in Motion / Film - Direction

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Motion / Film Craft
Innovation

MOT-111: Innovation

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

Motion / Film Craft
Motion / Film

MOT-112: 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.

MOT-113: Motion / Film - Movie Trailer

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

MOT-114: Motion / Film - Music Video

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

MOT-115: 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.

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

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

MOT-117: 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.

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

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

MOT-119: Motion / Film - Television / VOD Promo - Series

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

MOT-120: Motion / Film - Title Sequences

A single (1) design of identity or credits.

MOT-121: Motion / Film - Unpublished / Passion Project

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