1. Introduction:-

Join the Lights, Camera, Vlog vlogging competition by showcasing the vibrant spirit of the Damru Fest! Participants are challenged to create a 3-5 minute vlog that captures the excitement, culture, and unique experiences of the festival. Submit your entries and get a chance to win exciting prizes and have your work featured on our official channels!

2. Eligibility:-

• The competition is open to all students currently enrolled in class 11th/12th of any school or undergraduate/postgraduate programs at any college or university.

• Participants must register before 26th November,2024.

• Participants can compete as a solo participant or in groups of 5 to 7 members.

• Participants need to buy the entry passes for the day only.

  
  

• Competition Format:- 

• Single round competition will be conducted.

• Each participant/team has to submit their vlog before 2:30 PM based on which winners will be announced in the Creator’s talk session. 

4. Submission requirements:-

• Participants must submit their creation on the provided link in MP4 formats only.

• The video should have a minimum resolution of 1080p.

• All submission files should be renamed as per the given format only:-

[Participant/team name]_[University name]

5. Rules and regulations:- 

• All the filming should be done during the Damru fest in the Rishihood University campus itself.

• Vlogs should be of 3 to 5 minutes duration only. Extension/shortening of vlog duration will lead to deduction of marks.

• Vlogs must relate to the DamRU fest and contain original content which has not been previously published or submitted to any other competitions. Copied content in the vlog will lead to disqualification.

• Submissions must be made within the given time limit after which no submissions would be entertained.

• Participants must bring their own filming equipment (e.g., cameras, gimbals, tripods). The organizing team will not provide any equipment for use during the competition.

6. Judging criteria:-

• Relevance: The content must clearly reflect the theme of DamRU’24.(40% weightage)

• Technical quality: Videos should demonstrate technical proficiency, including clear audio, stable footage, good lighting, high-quality editing, and sound design.(30% weightage)

• Creativity(20% weightage)

7. Prizes and recognition:-

• Prizes will be awarded to the winners, including cash prizes i.e. 

1st Position - 8000/-

2nd Position - 5000/-

• Winners will also receive Participation or winning certificates on their registered Mail Id's.

•  Audience Favorite : Special recognition, exclusive merchandise, and a feature on the university’s social media.

• Top participants may be invited to display their work in future university events or exhibitions.

8. Code of Conduct:-

• Participants are expected to follow the guidelines and instructions given by the organizers.

• Participants are expected to conduct themselves ethically and mindfully throughout the competition.

• Participants must respect the privacy of people and must not disturb the crowd while filming.

• Submissions should not contain offensive content related to ethnicity, religion, race, or any group.

  
  

9. Organiser’s Rights:-

•  The organizers reserve the right to disqualify any participant or team found to be in violation of the competition rules or guidelines.

• The organizers' decisions regarding the competition, including judging and prize allocation, are non-revocable and binding.

• Organizers reserve the right to use parts of your creation’s videos and pictures for marketing purposes. 

10.  Amendments:-

• The organizers reserve the right to amend or modify the competition rules and guidelines as necessary, with any changes communicated to participants in a timely manner that is 1 day prior to the competition.

By participating in Capture the Moment, participants agree to abide by the rules and guidelines outlined in this rulebook and any additional instructions provided by the organizers. Let your creativity soar with the magic of mind-blowing concepts.