Questions for new Tongalers?
posted by 
James DeJulio at 6:24PM Apr 25, 2011
Hi All, we've noticed a TON of new people signing up for the site. If you have any questions about how things work or how to get going on a Project, let us know--we'd love to help
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Jannis Sidiropoulos
Hey there! New here and have one important questionCan you submit videos , pitches and ideas only if you live in europe or is this only for us and canada?
For example this contest from palmolive? -
Kwadwo Som-Pimpong
Are tax forms supposed to be delivered to recipients of prizes? I'm not to familiar with how the whole tax process works with prizes and I want to make sure I report earnings if I am required to.
Thanks!
Scott KillingerYou should be receiving your tax forms any day now.
9:07AM Feb 04, 2013
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Jason Pugatch
I think this has been asked but not answered. What's the policy on using SAG talent. Is there a SAG waiver to use provided by Tongal?
Caleb Light-WillsTongal is not a party to any union or guild contracts and that using SAG talent is solely between the producers and the talent appearing who may be in SAG and the guild.
The Tongal Talent Release addresses this.10:19AM Feb 01, 2013
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Jennifer Jankowski
I have a pitch that I think is great (of course I do), but have zero video producing ability. How would I find someone on this site who might be willing to team up with me (my idea, their video) to split any winnings?
James DeJuliomaybe cross reference the leaderboard with your city and make friends?
6:40PM Oct 04, 2012
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Jeff Andrew
What if I want to collaborate with a friend on a project... He does the idea and pitch and I create the video. How do we ensure that we each receive credit for our native creations?
Caleb Light-WillsYou'll be able to credit your collaborators on any video you produce by visiting your "my submissions" page and clicking the "add/edit credit." Once you do this, it will show up in your friends portfolio as him having been "credited" on the piece. Example: http://tongal.com/to ngaler/dylan.walker
8:49AM Oct 04, 2012
Jeff Andrew
@Caleb Light-Wills
So as I understand it my friend could now submit a pitch and I could make a video based on it ( with his permission of course) and we would each receive our credits due?8:54AM Oct 04, 2012
Caleb Light-Wills@Jeff Andrew
If you wanted to make a Video based on his pitch, you'll have to do it under his name as the only people who can create videos based on a winning Pitch are the video producers who pitched them.8:58AM Oct 04, 2012
Jeff Andrew
@Caleb Light-Wills
Thank you9:00AM Oct 04, 2012
Caleb Light-Wills@Jeff Andrew
My suggestion would be to form a production company, which would allow you guys to participate under the same masthead. Some of the most successful teams on Tongal have done this (Norman Invasions, SnapBrothers, etc)9:07AM Oct 04, 2012
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Tina Radel
C'mon! I want to see the winning videos when they are announced, why are they all private these days?
James DeJuliowe're trying to make sure we have everyones releases in before anything goes public. Tell you fellow Tongalers to have them ready when they submit!
8:52AM Oct 03, 2012
Tina Radel
@James DeJulio
C'mon Tongalers! I need immediate gratification when I click! LOL11:26AM Oct 03, 2012
Tina Radel
@James DeJulio
Can you announce when the private winning videos are made public so we can watch them?10:10AM Oct 09, 2012
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Jeff Andrew
How come all of the pitches are "private" how am I supposed to make a video based off those? Or do you have to have your own pitch?
Erin FredmanPitches remain private to avoid "information cascades" (more commonly known as stealing of ideas). You submit your own Pitch, that if it wins, you will then be expected to execute in the Video phase.
5:21PM Oct 02, 2012
Jeff Andrew
@Erin Fredman
Is it different for some contests? I thought the production teams executed the pitches from other people? So it has to be your own pitch?6:48PM Oct 02, 2012
Erin Fredman@Jeff Andrew You submit your own pitch, and shoot your own pitch.
9:26AM Oct 04, 2012
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Jeff Andrew
Is it possible to submit a video without having a winning pitch?
Erin FredmanIt depends on the project. We have something called a WILD CARD ( http://tongal.com//d ev/watchTutorial.htm l?id=1014 ) which means that even if you don't want to participate in the Pitch Phase, you can still go for it and make a video based on your own concept. It's denoted by the playing card icon.
11:54AM Oct 02, 2012
Jeff Andrew
@Erin Fredman
Thank you!11:59AM Oct 02, 2012
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Mike Rhine
Do projects require logos corresponding to the products at the beginning or end of a video? (Do I need an UNO logo for an UNO submission)
Caleb Light-WillsIt depends on the project. Sometimes you'll be asked to create a bumper and sometimes one will be provided to you. In the case of UNO, you're creating a :13 video to which :02 of an UNO tag will be added at a later date.
8:25AM Oct 02, 2012
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Shelby Pritchard
Do I need to submit a talent release form for myself for my own video? I am the only actor in the video, and it seems strange that having produced, directed, and edited the video myself, I would have to "Get permission" from myself to use my voice. If someone can answer, please do so quickly. Thanks
Caleb Light-WillsHi Shelby, you'll only need to provide these forms should you win. Should you win, you'll be compensated for the work and ownership will be transfered to the sponsor via Tongal. Therefore, even if it seems counter-intuitive, you will need to fill out a Talent Release signed over to yourself.
8:23AM Oct 02, 2012
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Marvin Cooper
hi i"m new to this site and i'm submitting a pitch for the duck tape contest but it also wants me to submit a link to my previous video works. and at the moment i don't have any. is there anyway to bypass that... help please
Taylor Armstrong
with a Pitch, you need to prove to Tongal and the client that you are beyond capable of delivering your project. They can't just put a $1000 payoff in your hands based on good faith.
8:51PM Sep 29, 2012
Caleb Light-Wills@Taylor Armstrong
Thanks, Taylor. That's exactly right.8:20AM Oct 02, 2012
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Luis Parmentier
Another thing I didn't understood well: are audiosocket musics available to use for free for any Tongal submission?
Caleb Light-WillsThis is project dependent. Anytime you see the Audiosocket button on the project page you may use AS music.
8:40AM Oct 02, 2012
Rebecca Hunt
I had this question, too. Thank you, Caleb, for the clarification.
5:35PM Oct 27, 2012
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Luis Parmentier
Hi! In the project list page there is two icons on the right of some project lines: a medal with a number in it, and a wild card. I understand the wild card is for project accepting wildcards videos, but what the medal stands for? Thanks!
Caleb Light-WillsIt's for seasons, which is like the Tongal version of the FedEx Cup. The production component of our first ever season wrapped up yesterday and you can check out the results here: http://tongal.com/to p-tongalers
11:11AM Sep 29, 2012
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Kylae Jordan
If you win a video challenge are your actors "Locked out" of doing other "pro commercials" like a car commercial or crest toothpaste etc. The talent release form isn't clear on this one sticky sticky issue that they might not be able to work for a year or longer on a PRO commercial..
James DeJuliono, unless stated otherwise
1:38PM Sep 28, 2012
Julie Michaels
GREAT question Kylae!
1:54PM Oct 01, 2012
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Roberto Carlos Roman Don
Hello , I'm new to this site. Can I participate in the contests if I'm from Mexico and I'm living in Mexico too ?
Greetings. James DeJulioYes sir - though, some Projects state up front that they are US only. Be sure to check
1:38PM Sep 28, 2012
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Evan Bly
Would a completed video in a previous Tongal project qualify you for Pitch phase? Or are you expected to have work in an external showcase?
Erin FredmanA previous Tongal video will work, as will a sample of your work outside of Tongal.
1:06PM Sep 20, 2012
Julie Michaels
@Erin Fredman
Thanks Erin!6:01PM Sep 21, 2012
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James DeJulionot really - It happens all the time
9:22AM Sep 20, 2012
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Connor Russell
I have to include at least one link to previous video work what should I do if I haven't made any video before and that field is required
Connor Russell
This is in a pitch.
4:14PM Sep 19, 2012
Erin FredmanYou don't necessarily have to include something you made on Tongal but you do need to include your own video work that you've made in the past. Also, WILD CARDS are a great option for building that portfolio. Good luck!
8:31AM Sep 20, 2012
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Frank ONeill
brand new to tongal! very excited to contribute. do you have to submit and idea b4 u can submit a pitch? likewise a pitch b4 a video? or can we jump in whenever?
Frank ONeill
found the answer.
10:36AM Sep 19, 2012
Erin FredmanWelcome, Frank! You do not have to submit an idea before you submit a pitch. You can submit an idea to any project with an Idea phase.
11:15AM Sep 19, 2012
Erin FredmanYou can submit a pitch based on a winning idea, but you'll have to provide samples of your previous work, AND you can also include supporting materials like storyboards. If your pitch wins, you will earn a production advance to make your video!
11:21AM Sep 19, 2012
Erin FredmanLast but not least, when you see a wild card icon next to the project banner, you can jump right in and make a video based on your own original concept, or based on a winning idea (you'll just have to give that idea credit in the drop down menu on the submission form). Good luck!
11:22AM Sep 19, 2012
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Kushal Raj
Hello,
I have few questions pls answer in sequence,
1) Are Indians allowed to enter and win a Contest?
2) I don't know much about creating videos...so what to do with the Pitch, and how to pitch an Idea?
3) I don't see any project that says It's now on IDEA PHASE
4) I am a creative is Tongal for me? Julie Michaels
Raj - watch the great videos they have made here for how to pitch...
6:04PM Sep 21, 2012
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Shravan D S
http://tongal.com/pr oject/ATT#!tab_requi rements
Hello
I am new to the tongal . I was willing to partcipate in the contest of at&t Htc one x . My question is ,i an from India can i participate in this contest??
Please help me because i have already generated an pitch for it and need to submit it
 Tongal"s fastest turnaround ever - ONLY THIS WEEKEND TO PITCH! 
Shelby Pritchard
Are you FROM or IN India? "13. Contest is open to legal residents of the 50 United States and District of Columbia." If you are in, then no. If you are from India, but a legal resident here, then yes.
10:57AM Sep 15, 2012
Shravan D S
@Shelby Pritchard
I am in india....11:05AM Sep 15, 2012
Shravan D S
@Shelby Pritchard
Y the contest has regulatuion and restrictions for country???11:06AM Sep 15, 2012
Shravan D S
@Shelby Pritchard
I am upset , if any alternatives for it , you can let me know..11:06AM Sep 15, 2012
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C. J. Way
What's the rule for using SAG actors? Would these videos be broadcasted?
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Shelby Pritchard
OK, I was wondering if being paid by Paypal counts as "Transferring money" or "Selling something." In other words, will Paypal charge me for accepting payment through them? Yeah, 2.9% ain't much, but it sure adds up on the bigger prizes. Here's a link: https://www.paypal.c om/webapps/mpp/paypa l-fees
Taylor Armstrong
i was wondering this too. i'd prefer to cutout the postal service and be certain I get payment, but the Paypal surcharge is lame.
4:16PM Sep 14, 2012
Caleb Light-Wills@Taylor Armstrong
@Shelby Pritchard Yes, there is a fee if you choose to be paid via Paypal. We suggest getting paid by check if you do not want to pay the fee.1:00PM Sep 16, 2012
Shelby Pritchard
@Caleb Light-Wills
Thanks for an answer! Wasn't what I wanted, but something is better than nothing. ;)6:29PM Sep 16, 2012
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Harvey Falduto
Can I pitch a video Idea for a project but not create a video. In other words just do the pitch not the video as I don't have the resources to make a video.
Caleb Light-WillsYou should only pitch if you are willing/able to create the video.
7:30PM Mar 16, 2012
Taj Bahadori
I believe you have to make a video, but it doesn't have to be in HD.
7:33PM Mar 16, 2012
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Stopmotin Productions
hi i was wondering if can use music that my friend (guitar player) for my video, and he understands that i might be recieving money if i win.
Caleb Light-WillsYou need to procure a music release from your friend found here: http://tongal.com/ab out/winner-forms
1:59PM Mar 16, 2012
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Taj Bahadori
What do people think of the new IPAD? "The iSight camera on the new iPad lets you capture all these unpredictable, beautiful, and hilarious moments. In 1080p HD, no less. And with automatic video stabilization, your recording is free of bumps and shakes"
Dustin Woodard
Reminds me a bit when the Flip came out - it shot HD but people's videos didn't look that great (super shaky and flat). I'm sure the iPad is far superior, but it still won't do the things I need to do when filming, like shallow depth of field, etc.
7:41AM Mar 17, 2012
Dustin Woodard
I was hoping the new Ipad could be used as an amazing external monitor, but there is no HDMI input so you'd have to rely on wireless or some other hack that doesn't quite cut it.
7:43AM Mar 17, 2012
Taj Bahadori
@Dustin Woodard
Of course it's not for serious video work but may be sufficient for a 20 sec pitch video. They have movie samples on their webpage.12:07PM Mar 17, 2012
Taj Bahadori
@Dustin Woodard
I've looked into the storage/transfer issue and was told that that you could use iTunes as a cloud computing storage platform and transfer data over the net between your devices and computers. I am not sure exactly how this works, still looking into it.12:10PM Mar 17, 2012
Dustin Woodard
@Taj Bahadori
Would work fine for the pitch, I suppose.12:19PM Mar 17, 2012
Kris Koster
@Dustin Woodard
Of course we all know 1080p doesn't mean jack. It can still look like crap. So many other factors involved. If you have a decent HDDSLR (eg. Canon 60D, etc), better to shoot on that. Put it on sticks if you don't want shaky footage! Quality of pitches counts, remember whose watching!3:46AM Mar 21, 2012
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Nate Estelle
Just curious...Don't see a help section. I subbed three ideas to a project within the given time, but only one of them is appearing on the "submissions" section of My Tongal account? Never happened before. Any thoughts as to why that would be? Frustrating, as I spent a couple of hours on them.
Caleb Light-WillsYou can email them to me and I will make sure they are entered into the competition (caleb@tongal.com).
11:21AM Mar 15, 2012
Nate Estelle
@Caleb Light-Wills
Thank you...I will send them now.11:24AM Mar 15, 2012
- Caleb Light-Wills
Yes, you will be required to produce the video.
10:15AM Mar 15, 2012
Taj Bahadori
@Caleb Light-Wills
Typically, how much time do you get to make the video?10:44AM Mar 15, 2012
Caleb Light-Wills@Taj Bahadori
Depends on the project. Typically 2 to 6 weeks.11:19AM Mar 15, 2012
Taj Bahadori
@Caleb Light-Wills
Do videos have to be in HD?2:56PM Mar 16, 2012
Caleb Light-Wills@Taj Bahadori
HD videos are preferred, but not required.3:04PM Mar 16, 2012
Taj Bahadori
@Caleb Light-Wills
Hi Caleb, FYI every time you respond to my questions, I get 2 emails saying that you responded...7:29PM Mar 16, 2012
Caleb Light-Wills@Taj Bahadori
One because I am replying directly to your question and one because I am posting to a forum that you have also posted to. You can modify this in your subscriptions under you account page.7:36PM Mar 16, 2012
- Caleb Light-Wills
your "alias" controls the URL used to access your profile as opposed to your display name.
9:04AM Mar 15, 2012
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Taj Bahadori
I have a pitch, how do I submit it and what's the best format to submit a pitch?
Caleb Light-WillsClick the submit button on any open Pitch project and fill out the form you find there.
9:03AM Mar 15, 2012
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Oliver Ramsay
Hi, I've joined Tongal but am not a resident of the United States. Will I still be eligible to enter some competitions? If not is there an Australian equivalent of Tongal you'd recommend?
Thanks. Caleb Light-WillsAustralian citizens are more than welcome to enter most Tongal projects, just be sure to read the requirements tab.
10:48PM Mar 14, 2012
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Corey Hebein
During the pitch phase, are you able to see other people's pitches?
Caleb Light-WillsNo, Pitches will remain private to avoid information cascades.
2:48PM Mar 14, 2012
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Sam Halleen
What exactly is the "prediction" phase that I've heard about? Have the recent companies just not had one? hence why I havent seen it
Caleb Light-WillsI think that the prediction phase will be making a re-appearance sometime soon. It's basically a way to earn money for predicting the correct finishing order of submissions for a project. Stay tuned...
1:03PM Mar 13, 2012
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Charlie Tchapchet
james de julio please i will like to add u and possibly ask some questions
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Bill Roufs
In the process of submitting a concept or pitch I have made some videos that I feel may be worthy of putting in a demo reel. They were not involved in any way with a winning submission, however. Are there any restrictions from those companies as far as using these for my reel?
Caleb Light-WillsHi Bill, sponsors are generally okay with this, but it's always best to check. Please email me with the specific work you are referring to (Caleb@tongal.com).
10:21AM Mar 10, 2012
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E.m. Garol
There are a bunch of projects that seem to be in production or review who's due dates have not passed. Why is this?
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Billy Nelson
I have submitted four ideas for the Nespresso project and only the first one appears. What should I do?
Caleb Light-WillsHi Billy, yes I see what you're talking about. You can email me your remaining submissions and I will make sure they are submitted to the competition (caleb@tongal.com).
9:22AM Mar 09, 2012
Charlie Tchapchet
hi billy can we talk abt my concepts ,am new here
5:09AM Mar 10, 2012
Billy Nelson
@Charlie Tchapchet
I'm new here as well. I just started submitting some ideas over the last week. It takes some time to see how Tongal works and I have to say there's nothing out there like it! The site is filled with very creative people! Welcome Aboard!9:54AM Mar 12, 2012
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Sketkh Williams
Anything that shoots 1080p HD, if it doesn't have external Mic input, get a zoom h4n, don't spend too much time getting a camera, just get one and shoot, save the thinking about a camera for your next level purchase.
6:52PM Mar 13, 2012
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Ad Synaesthesia
Where's the concept I just pitched? I can't see it in my "Active Submissions" and I want to edit the title.
Ad Synaesthesia
Er, I mean the "idea" I just "submitted".. :] Thanks!
1:40PM Mar 06, 2012
Caleb Light-Wills@Ad Synaesthesia
I don't see it either...can you email it to me: caleb@tongal.com?2:02PM Mar 06, 2012
Ad Synaesthesia
@Caleb Light-Wills
Ah, looks like my first attempt somehow didn't actually go through (didn't get an email either before). Just resubmitted something from memory, got the email, and now see it in my list. Thanks!2:26PM Mar 06, 2012
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Sam Halleen
One other question...
What happens if two people have the same idea? Is it who ever submitted it first? Caleb Light-WillsThe chances of two ideas being exactly the same are slim to none, but if two ideas are exactly identical, the first one submitted wins.
3:31PM Feb 28, 2012
Sam Halleen
thank you for responding so quickly :D
4:21PM Feb 28, 2012
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Sam Halleen
If you get money for your idea, I know that other people can pitch it. If I pitch my own idea do I have more 'authority' because it was originally mine? Or can someone else easily win the pitch with my idea
Caleb Light-WillsYou may have a better Pitch because you fundamentally understand the concept better, but no, you do not have an official advantage in any way.
3:57PM Feb 28, 2012
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Corey Hebein
Fresh off the boat new- Do you always have to show/prove previous work or is it only requested on a project-to-project basis?
Caleb Light-WillsHey Corey, filling in the "about" section of your profile and adding links to your previous work if you have it is always a good idea.
10:58PM Feb 26, 2012
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Adam Moss
Hey I am new to the site and I LOVE to make films! Do I post videos I have already made or make one on the subjects? I am a little confused on what to do.
Caleb Light-WillsThe idea is to find projects that you like and make new videos for those open projects on the site.
4:43PM Feb 26, 2012
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Eric Cannon
Hopefully i get an answer in here soon... Just verifying. Our pitch is supposed to use a winning concept, right? I ask since subitting a oitch asks which character, NOT which concept you are basing off of.
Caleb Light-WillsBenjamin Moore is based on the characters.
11:58PM Feb 23, 2012
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Sa. M. Ataiiyan
I noticed for pitch requests for colgate and benjamin moore, they want you to produce 2-3 videos. Does your pitch have to be actually 3 different storylines per pitch?
Caleb Light-WillsNo, you do not have to pitch for them individually.
10:07AM Feb 23, 2012
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Gal Shkedi
Hi,
I am trying to add a video sample for a pitch I made.
I tried 4 times, and every time when I am going to my Tongal Profile,
in the video section, the video is not there and I have the massage that the video is not available..what am I doing wrong? Caleb Light-WillsHi Gal, your video plays fine for me! Are you still having trouble seeing it?
9:01AM Feb 23, 2012
Gal Shkedi
@Caleb Light-Wills
Hi!9:02AM Feb 23, 2012
Gal Shkedi
@Caleb Light-Wills
thank you! it didn't work earlier...9:02AM Feb 23, 2012
Gal Shkedi
@Caleb Light-Wills
now it is working fine, any way I've put it on a link as well, cause I wanted to be sure that you'll see it :)9:03AM Feb 23, 2012
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Sam Halleen
I just found Tongal recently and the only thing that I am nervous about is the pitch phase...will a company even give me a chance if I don't other commercials to show them?
Caleb Light-WillsAs long as you have some previous work to point to (it does not have to be commercials), your Pitch will absolutely be considered a valid contender.
11:33PM Feb 22, 2012
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Christine Marquet
HI. I know that in the summary for Colgate it Lists someone's submission to a Ben Moore project as a stellar example of a good pitch. How can I view other pitch examples?
Caleb Light-WillsThe best way is to look through past projects. Here's another great one: http://tongal.com/wo rk/175040
9:20AM Feb 21, 2012
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Anna Marr
Also what does it mean when the website says it is "in production?"
Caleb Light-Wills"In Production" means that videos are being produced, but the project is only open to winning Pitch creators from the previous phase. That's why you do not see a Submit button.
10:35AM Feb 20, 2012
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Anna Marr
Hi we are interested in entering in the contest and the website said that the deadline for the contest is February 27 but some places on the site says it end today. When is the REAL deadline?? And also how do we enter our video?
Thank you! Caleb Light-WillsThe Pringles project is a tournament style project without wildcards. Therefore, if you did not place in the pitch phase, you may not submit a video to the project.
10:34AM Feb 20, 2012
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Michael Penn
I don't understand why we need to provide supporting links on the Colgate project? Supporting links to what?
Caleb Light-WillsTo your previous video work.
12:39AM Feb 20, 2012
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Nirali Shastri-Hill
Hi, I just signed up and had a question. We already shot a video for colgate. Can we submit that for the pitch phase? Also since we are submitting the video, do we still have to submit the same idea in text or will the video be enough? Also along with the video,can we submit few more ideas in text?
Caleb Light-WillsYou'll need to submit and win in the pitch phase to have your video considered in the subsequent round. However, you can absolutely submit the video as part of your pitch if you like.
7:07PM Feb 19, 2012
Nirali Shastri-Hill
@Caleb Light-Wills
Thanks so much! So if we submit video, we still have to submit the pitch in text as well? Sorry, i just want to be clear. Also can the same video be used as a showreel?7:35PM Feb 19, 2012
Caleb Light-Wills@Nirali Shastri-Hill
Yes, you should submit some text as well and the video can double as your showreel.12:39AM Feb 20, 2012
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Tracy Bayle
is there any way to see the submissions that were entered before a contest winner is picked
James DeJuliosorry, no.
11:22AM Jan 27, 2012
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Chet Simmons
I think I've submitted a Pitch, but I'm not sure. Where do I look to see if my pitch has been accepted by the system?
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Tracy Bayle
I have a question about music-not words..just music! What are some sites that offer royalty free music? Do you have to pay for them or are there some that offer free downloadable tunes? Also, when submitting your video with music from a site such as that how do you prove it is royalty free-how ar
James DeJulioTypically we offer cleared music in our projects - that's always your best bet because we've negotiated/paid for their use
11:23AM Jan 27, 2012
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Bill Roufs
What are points? How do you get them and what are they used for?
Caleb Light-WillsThe Point System is our way of assigning value to every piece of work ever submitted and a way to assess your ranking relative to other creators on Tongal. For a more in-depth explanation, check out: http://blog.tongal.c om/blog/news/tongal- point-system-and-lea derboard/
10:08AM Jan 18, 2012
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Tracy Bayle
it seems like I remember reading somewhere that if there are not enough submissions for a project, the deadline may be extended. I can not find that right now, though...Did I dream this or what? Is the McDonalds project for sure ending tomorrow?
Caleb Light-WillsIt is called a "repost" and yes it happens occasionally, although it will NOT happen for McDonald's, so get your video in!
8:45AM Jan 18, 2012
Tracy Bayle
@Caleb Light-Wills
Aarghhhhhhh...dont' think I can make it!!!!9:00AM Jan 18, 2012
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Bill Roufs
In the Benjamin Moore project, the character phase is over. If we submit a concept does it need to be based on the winning characters?
Caleb Light-WillsYes, you'll notice it as a required field "dropdown" in the submission form.
11:40AM Jan 17, 2012
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Tom Barrows
Are the winners of the pitch the ones who get to make the videos? Or can anyone make and submit a video based upon the winning pitch?
Thanks!
ps i'll probably have 1000 more questions. Caleb Light-WillsYes, the pitch winners make the videos and since the Pitches are kept private no one else will be able to submit a video based on a winning pitch.
8:37PM Jan 16, 2012
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Craig DiRienzo
I want shoot a sample video of how I imagine my pitch to look, and use it as a link. But since it's only a sample video, can we use music from outside sources? Like ripping a song from youtube? If the pitch is rewarded, I would replace what I had to in the video with audiosocket appropriate music
Caleb Light-WillsI would avoid using sfx or songs pulled from YouTube.
6:04PM Jan 16, 2012
Craig DiRienzo
@Caleb Light-Wills
im having trouble getting an audiosocket account. i requested an account on the website and i also emailed music@tongal.com8:04PM Jan 16, 2012
Caleb Light-Wills@Craig DiRienzo
Check your email again in 10 mins.8:37PM Jan 16, 2012
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William Barker
I am brand new to this site. If I want to create my own original idea and video can I submit it even if I've never submitted a video before? Or do I have to use someones pitch instead?
Caleb Light-WillsI depends if the project has wildcards, if it does you can submit a video based on your own concept
5:28PM Jan 14, 2012
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Bill Roufs
I missed the idea phase, but would like to submit in the pitch phase. Can I do that with someones idea? Also what is the 'links' box for? Not too clear on that.
Caleb Light-WillsYes, you should base your Pitch on one of the winning ideas. The links box is for links to your previous work or showreel.
1:35PM Jan 14, 2012
Bill Roufs
@Caleb Light-Wills
So you have to have some work to show in order to submit?5:23PM Jan 14, 2012
Caleb Light-Wills@Bill Roufs
That's the idea, yes. It does not have to be work you've done on Tongal, but some previous video experience is required.9:16PM Jan 14, 2012
Bill Roufs
@Caleb Light-Wills
Thanks Caleb for the clarification, I was able to provide an animation created a few years back for that. In the assets tab, only the face of the product is provided. Is there any chance to get the 'full' label? If not I have that covered11:04AM Jan 15, 2012
Caleb Light-Wills@Bill Roufs
to which project do you refer?1:58PM Jan 15, 2012
Bill Roufs
@Caleb Light-Wills
Oh, sorry, it was the Pringles project. I try to put a new link for the pitch phase if I can figure out how to do that. Also how do I change my avatar?9:02PM Jan 15, 2012
Caleb Light-Wills@Bill Roufs
Go to My Tongal, then My Submissions, then click on the title of the submission you want to edit, then click edit on the right hand side. To change your avatar, go to My Tongal, click edit Profile, at the bottom you will see a "browse" prompt to upload a new photo.9:10AM Jan 16, 2012
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Kevin Anton
Hey,
Can I submit for the "pitch phase" on pringels? Here is an example of my work.
http://youtu.be/yIP7 YWAr3UU
Caleb Light-WillsHey Kevin, that link is showing up dead for me, but if you have work to back up your Pitch, then yes, you should submit.
11:05AM Jan 12, 2012
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Leng Xiong
Just to clear up, I am able to pick a winning pitch and submit a video based on it? Or, you have to pitch to submit a video?
Caleb Light-WillsYou may not submit a video based on someone else's Pitch, BUT you can submit a wildcard depending on the competition. Also, you may submit a video based on someone else's winning Story, Concept or Idea.
11:03AM Jan 12, 2012
Leng Xiong
@Caleb Light-Wills
Ah, gotchu, thanks for clearing it up1:12PM Jan 12, 2012
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Monique Sypolt
Quick question - Even though I'm new on here, can I submit a video for one of the winning pitches, even though I had nothing to do with the idea or pitch processes? Can I just pick one and submit, even as early as tomorrow? Does it really work that way, or am I missing something? Sorry, new to site.
James DeJulioyou'll have to make a pitch based on one of the winning ideas in order to be able to make the video. does that make sense?
3:34PM Jan 11, 2012
Monique Sypolt
@James DeJulio
Yes, except that the project that we want to shoot a video for doesn't seem to have a pitch phase submission area, only a "Story" and "Video" link. Was the "story" area the pitch phase? Can I not make a video based off of one of these? We are looking at the OfficeTeam project. Thanks.3:47PM Jan 11, 2012
James DeJulio@Monique Sypolt for the Office Team project you MUST base your video on one of the winning stories. It can be loosely based, but it needs to use one of the approved stories as the underlying creative.
12:51PM Jan 12, 2012
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Kevin Dearing
Anything in the works for Feb or March? I understand you may not be at liberty to say just yet, but thought I'd ask anyway! :D
Caleb Light-WillsWe could tell you, but...well, you know the rest :)
12:35PM Jan 10, 2012
Kevin Dearing
@Caleb Light-Wills
I knew I'd get a response something like that! Anyway, thanks guys for all you do, hopefully it's rewarding to you guys in some way or other!12:48PM Jan 10, 2012
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Tracy Bayle
If you are new to Tongal you have to submit a wildcard in order to have a link for future pitches, is this correct? Otherwise, without any Tongal video work you can't submit a pitch?
Caleb Light-WillsYou can submit to a pitch project without previous Tongal work, but you need to have SOME previous video work.
9:16PM Jan 05, 2012
Tracy Bayle
@Caleb Light-Wills
Or a wildcard, right?I won a video contest a few mos. ago, but it was very amateur! I dont' think i could use it..not professional looking at all....9:57PM Jan 05, 2012
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Tracy Bayle
I cant' find any projects where submission phases have ended to view the videos. How do you find these and how much cash do you earn for this?
Caleb Light-Willshttp://tongal.com/pa st-projects you can find videos from past projects here. Also it depends on the project.
9:14PM Jan 05, 2012
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Tracy Bayle
I am sooo confused!!! What is this prediction thing? What do you win by correctly predicting and when do you know to do that? I can't seem to find the info. on that! And in the pitch phase: Only pitch winners can submit videos?How can you link to previous work if you haven't done any? New peop
Caleb Light-WillsQ) What is a prediction? A) After a Submission Phase of a Project ends, you have the opportunity to view the Submissions and are asked to predict which ones the Judges will select, and in what order. If you predict correctly, you earn cash.
7:12PM Jan 05, 2012
Caleb Light-WillsQ) Can only Pitch Winners submit? A) If there are wildcards in the Video phase you can submit even if you didn't place in the Pitch Phase. Q) What if I don't have a reel? A) If you don't have a reel or have never created a video, you should participate in the idea phase, but not the pitch phase.
7:13PM Jan 05, 2012
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Tracy Bayle
new to tongal and have a few questions: I dont quite understand the difference in an "idea" and a "pitch". When someone shoots a video they can base it off of a previous "idea" or a previous "pitch" so obviously a lot of videos are going to be similar. Are the judges looking for the most professi
Caleb Light-WillsThere are a couple of questions here, so I'll try to answer the one-by-one: Q) what is the different between an Idea and a Pitch? A) An Idea is a 140 spark of genius that, upon winning, is presented up to the community for video producers or Pitch creators to riff on. A Pitch, by contrast, is…
2:41PM Jan 05, 2012
Caleb Light-Willsa bid for work. It's your chance to secure a Production Budget and fulfill a creative need. Q: Won't all the videos be the same? A) To the degree that Bram Stoker's Dracula and Twilight are the same (they are both about Vampires). Remember, 140 characters is short enough so that the video creators..
2:41PM Jan 05, 2012
Caleb Light-Willsmust fill in the blanks in order to bring and idea to life. This creative latitude is what makes each video unique. Q) Are the judges looking for the most professional work? A) It really all depends. Some sponsors want videos that feel and look authentic so the handheld, shaky cam thing is totally…
2:41PM Jan 05, 2012
Caleb Light-Willsfine (even preferred). Other times sponsors are looking for super-slick broadcast quality spots. To spot the difference, you should read each section of the Overview for a given project.
2:42PM Jan 05, 2012
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Beau Chevassus
Hi there, just a quick question: How often is a project nullified if or when the minimum entries aren't fulfilled?
Sorry for the question... it's just I've sadly experienced contests that have never given out prizes because the minimum entries weren't submitted, despite great entries and hard work. Caleb Light-WillsA project has never been nullified. Deadlines have been extended to garner a minimum number of submissions, but winners are always selected and paid out.
7:46PM Jan 02, 2012
Beau Chevassus
@Caleb Light-Wills
Fantastic, I appreciate it. I shall get busy then. ;)8:11PM Jan 02, 2012
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Joseph Gaccione
Brand new to the site, and im still in the dark about HOW to submit something, how i start that process.
Caleb Light-WillsVisit any open Tongal project and click the red submit button on the right hand side.
3:47PM Dec 31, 2011
Joseph Gaccione
@Caleb Light-Wills
Even if you have your own original idea?8:54PM Dec 31, 2011
Caleb Light-Wills@Joseph Gaccione
I'm not sure I follow...10:07PM Dec 31, 2011
Joseph Gaccione
@Caleb Light-Wills
I thought you could submit your own original ideas on this site, such as your own scripts, story ideas, etc. I’m still trying to figure this site out, and the tutorials I’ve seen haven’t really helped me.10:45PM Dec 31, 2011
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Joel Mineau
I just went through the official rules and am really wondering why Quebec resident cannot submit anything to Tongal's projects. Can we get some clarification please?
Caleb Light-WillsQuebec has its own unique, stringent, rules about contests. For example, a fee that is a % of the value of the contest and strict guidelines about the content of the contest rules. So, in short, it is prohibitively expensive and would not conform with how we administer the campaigns.
3:30PM Dec 28, 2011
Joel Mineau
@Caleb Light-Wills
Bummer... Thanks!!3:34PM Dec 28, 2011
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It depends on the project, but yes, if you win, you will receive monetary compensation.
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Caleb Light-WillsYou can read all about it here: http://tongal.com/bl og/news/tongal-point -system-and-leaderbo ard/
12:41PM Dec 28, 2011
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Jim Guerriero
Hi, anyone in Chicago want to collaborate on one of the contests? It would be fun to get a group of creative people together and see what we can come up with. I am a Business Analyst by day, but I really want to become a great advertising exec!
- Caleb Light-Wills
A Wildcard is a video submission that’s not based on any winning material from a previous phase. Wildcards are only accepted in certain projects, so be sure to read the project overview thoroughly before diving in.
5:28PM Dec 07, 2011
Caleb Light-WillsAlso: http://tongal.com//d ev/watchTutorial.htm l?id=1014
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Caleb Light-WillsUsing text (500 characters or less), images (storyboards), video, and/or external links (to other supporting assets, i.e., your reel, etc.), give us your Pitch for how YOU would go about producing this Video based on the creative brief.
11:45AM Dec 07, 2011
Michael Anthony Hermogeno
@Caleb Light-Wills
I am such a noob and still lost on this. The pitch cannot be just text?12:42PM Dec 23, 2011
Caleb Light-Wills@Michael Anthony Hermogeno
No worries! That's right you need to include a link to some of your previous work on Tongal or elsewhere. A showreel or your most recent video are always good places to start.1:34PM Dec 23, 2011
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Robert Benson
Can't seem to merge my account with my facebook sign on. I forgot my account password so I just logged on with facebook cuz it took 2 days to get password reset email. Now I have 2 accounts and the "connect your profile to.." doesn't work. I tried several times. Anyone?
Caleb Light-WillsI will merge your two profiles, that way you'll be able to login via Facebook or by using your email and password.
11:26AM Dec 05, 2011
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Joseph Peed
Hey I just did a pitch for the Body Armor viral video contest and my video doesn't seem to be coming up and playing and it says "this video is no longer available". What should I do? I worked really hard on pitch video and I know it will amaze. It is about 60 MB. Please help! - Joseph
Caleb Light-Wills"this video is no longer available" generally means that the video is still converting.
11:25AM Dec 05, 2011
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Tamara Davidson
Hi There-I too can't seem to see my 5 ideas submitted. I shouldn't have 2 profiles. ?
Caleb Light-WillsHi Tamara, you do not have two profiles. You can view all five of your submissions under the "My Submissions" tab on the left hand side of your My Tongal Page.
5:05PM Nov 27, 2011
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Eric Keyes Iii
I submitted 5 pitches for the OfficeTeam contest and was curious if I am supposed to not be able to see them on my profile, or if, like the member a few questions below, I have two profiles on accident?
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Caleb Light-WillsThere sure is, if you visit your my Tongal page on the left hand navigation you'll see messages as an option. From there you can check your inbox, outbox and compose new messages to other Tongalers.
11:58AM Nov 19, 2011
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Glenn Martin
Oh and I don't recall posting this profile picture. See the B/W a bit further down. Wierd.
Caleb Light-WillsSee my comment below.
11:54AM Nov 19, 2011
Glenn Martin
Thanks. I didn't want to flood you guys with posts. I figured it out.
2:47PM Nov 19, 2011
Glenn Martin
Thanks. I didn't want to flood you guys with posts. I figured it out.
2:47PM Nov 19, 2011
Glenn Martin
Thanks. I didn't want to flood you guys with posts. I figured it out.
2:47PM Nov 19, 2011
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Glenn Martin
All my submissions are gone. I saw them the other day on "My Tongal" page but they are not there anymore. What's up with that?
Caleb Light-WillsHey Glenn, I see that you have two Tongal profiles, which would explain why you're not seeing your submissions anymore. I will go ahead and consolidate them for you.
11:54AM Nov 19, 2011
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Tonye Somiari
I'm trying to acquire a mannequin for a project...does anyone know the best way to find one? Or does anyone happen to have one that I could have?
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Josh Tobias
Hi I'm new to video contests and tongal. I was wondering what a submission supporting link was. Appreciate any feedback. Thanks
Caleb Light-WillsNot sure what you mean by that...do you mean a link to an individual submission?
6:34PM Nov 18, 2011
Tonye Somiari
You mean like when you're submitting a pitch and it asks for supporting links?
If that is the case a supporting link is a link (such as to a video or picture) that can effectively illustrate or demonstrate what you are going to do in a project.1:18AM Nov 19, 2011
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Glenn Martin
I'm a bit confused on how this site works. I'm not able to make "production quality" video so I'd prefer to just generate ideas and story lines. If a story or idea is selected does that mean I'm obligated to get a video produced as well?
Caleb Light-WillsNot at all! If your idea is selected, you get paid and no further action is required on your part. Someone may, however, base their video in a subsequent project phase on your creative. If they win, you may be entitled to residuals.
11:19AM Nov 17, 2011
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Matthew Laud
My profile doesn't list the skills I've checked off...
Eugene Retunskydid you click 'submit' below the edit form after you had checked off the skills?
9:10AM Nov 16, 2011
Matthew Laud
@Eugene Retunsky
yes! I've tried it like ten times!2:15PM Nov 16, 2011
Eugene Retunsky@Matthew Laud
Can you tell me which skills you were trying to choose?2:50PM Nov 16, 2011
Matthew Laud
@Eugene Retunsky
Actor
Art
Camera
Director
Editor
Ideas
Lighting
Misc Crew
Music
Other
Pitches
Prediction
Sound
Video Producer
Writer3:49PM Nov 16, 2011
Eugene Retunsky@Matthew Laud
I added these roles to your profile.3:51PM Nov 16, 2011
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6:34PM Nov 03, 2011
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Eric David
So is this the end of Tongal? I havent seen any new projects in a while. I hope not
James DeJuliohttp://tongal.com/pr oject/leinenkugels
6:34PM Nov 03, 2011
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Thomas Flanagan
Hi tongle... just signed up in the hope that at some point i could make something or come-up with an idea that would be successful... I was wondering if residents outside of the US would also be able to win? After reading the t+c's I couldn't find the answer. I live in the UK BTW
Thomas Flanagan
Ah! Don't worry about it... just found the answer
3:05PM Nov 01, 2011
Caleb Light-WillsHey Thomas, glad to have you! Yes, unless the requirements of a project specifically state that the project is not open to residents of a particular county, you may participate. Looking forward to seeing your work!
3:06PM Nov 01, 2011
Thomas Flanagan
@Caleb Light-Wills
Cheers caleb... I look forward to being part of the site!3:53PM Nov 01, 2011
Thomas Flanagan
@Caleb Light-Wills
And sorry to the miss-spelling of Tongal :D3:54PM Nov 01, 2011
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![Fizzion Films [Joseph Scott]](http://s3.amazonaws.com/tongal/resized/community/17c795af1/url_httpbvimeocdncomps1982871982871_300jpg_48_72x72.png "Fizzion Films [Joseph Scott]")
Caleb Light-WillsFirst, click "My Tongal" on the left side of the navigation bar. Then, click the "Account" tab on the left hand side...it's the button right above your Tongal Stats
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Fizzion Films [Joseph Scott]
@Caleb Light-Wills
Thanks Caleb! It wasn't appearing before.. Now I see it!11:01PM Oct 29, 2011
Charles Sutton
@Caleb Light-Wills
I can't see my account at all. Clicking on My Tongal only takes me to the home page of Tongal for some reason. Any ideas on what's going on?8:40AM Oct 31, 2011
Caleb Light-Wills@Charles Sutton
What OS / Browser are you using?10:58AM Oct 31, 2011
Charles Sutton
@Caleb Light-Wills
Windows 7 OS/Firefox 710:53PM Oct 31, 2011
Eugene Retunsky@Charles Sutton
Are you signed in? Does it show your name in the right upper corner?9:03AM Nov 01, 2011
Charles Sutton
@Eugene Retunsky
yes sir I am. Which is why I posed this question. When I first signed up I was able to get there with no problem, but now for some reason it keeps bringing up the tongal home page instead of mytongal.10:00AM Nov 01, 2011
Eugene Retunsky@Charles Sutton
Do you have cookies enabled on your browser? Did you change your password recently?11:17AM Nov 01, 2011
Charles Sutton
@Eugene Retunsky
cookies are enabled, and haven't changed the pw becuase I just signed up a week ago. When I log in with IE 9 I have no problems though.12:29AM Nov 03, 2011
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Michael Gorczynski
Just a heads up: I recently moved and it seems editing my profile city / country does not work..
Eugene RetunskyTry again please.
2:18PM Oct 28, 2011
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Tonye Somiari
Just wanted to say, it's been a bit since I've logged in on the site, but I am definitely loving the new changes. The interface is attractive, simple, and very clean cut! Thanks for staying awesome!
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6:34PM Nov 03, 2011
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Matt Tompkins
Hi, I'm thinking of submitting something for the Q Tip competition. Do our videos need to match up exactly with the pitches, or can they be loosely associated with them?
Caleb Light-WillsLoose association is fine.
6:01PM Oct 07, 2011
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Cynthia Clark
May we use royalty free video clips in video projects so long as the licensing allows for commercial use?
Caleb Light-WillsAs long as there is a license that can eventually be assigned to the sponsor. For example, Apple's music library does not allow for this.
1:39PM Sep 29, 2011
James Henault
Under article 2, subtext: soundtrack software, it states that you are free to broadcast and distribute their media as long as it is not a stand alone loop. Is the issue that there is no physical "transferable" license? http://store.apple.c om/Catalog/US/Images /finalcutpro.htm
12:47PM Oct 05, 2011
Caleb Light-Wills@James Henault
It also states that this does not apply to commercial usage. Also, yes, it's an issue because there is no physical transferable license. It's essentially temp music.1:38PM Oct 07, 2011
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Blake Carron
What's this about predicting the winners? Is this not working yet?
Caleb Light-WillsHey Blake, it's an awesome feature, but none of our open projects are currently featuring it.
1:33PM Oct 07, 2011
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Cha Wesome
I have a question about the Q-tip video project, I am wondering when the concepts submitted for the project will be evaluated and at what point in time will we be able to create a movie based off of it? Thank you very much,
Cha Caleb Light-WillsThe Concepts are currently in the process of being evaluated. Winners are currently scheduled to be announced on Thursday at which point the Video phase will open and you will be able to submit a video
10:52PM Sep 25, 2011
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Chad Willett
Im with Bill McLean. I am having the same problem. I need to havc an answer soon. I am trying to upload a video and time is running out. I only have until 4 pm today. Help!!
Thanks Caleb Light-WillsTry uploading with Chrome or Safari. IE and FF appear to be having issues.
11:40AM Sep 21, 2011
Eugene RetunskyIt should be working now for FF and IE.
2:19PM Sep 21, 2011
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Bill McLean
My clip for the Benjamin Moore Transformations is an AVI clip and it's 54.5MB, I have tried uploading it three times now and the site tells me "Please check required fields or file type, etc...". I have checked the required fields several times. Can I upload to Youtube before time runs out?
Caleb Light-WillsTry uploading with Chrome or Safari. IE and FF appear to be having issues.
11:39AM Sep 21, 2011
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Breanna Baker
Also, how can actors participate in these contests? Is there anything we can do besides frantically searching for who is near us to collaborate with?
James DeJulioThe best thing you can do is collaborate--maybe--like you said, find someone who is making a video for one of the projects. It's easy if you look for people who have won a "Pitch" let me know if we can help you out in any other way
11:30AM Sep 20, 2011
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Breanna Baker
I don't understand how this site works.... I tried looking up youtube tutorials and there were none.... Are there tutorials out there?
James DeJulioHi Breanna, there are tutorials all over the site. They are small videos that you see posted around that explain how different things work.
11:22AM Sep 20, 2011
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Rosaria Cariola
Hi, i'm new :) Just a quick question I was wondering... If we are interested in submitting a video do we have to use the ideas posted by other users in the contest page or can we come up with something different?
James DeJulioit depends on which Project you're talking about. Some Projects accept "wild card" submissions--this info will be listed on the Project page itself. For example, The Beach Boys Project accepts wild cards.
11:21AM Sep 20, 2011
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@gail no, sorry, Pitches are exclusively for the people who will be fulfilling the production. There are other opportunities once in a while for what you're describing.
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MindShock Productions
During the pitch phase is it ok to submit links to reference pictures/videos(pics found on google and videos on youtube)? Thanks.
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Gail Hackston
Can you submit a pitch on a project that you aren't able to create a video for?
I'm primarily a writer and don't want to miss out on the opportunity to advance the crowd in the project but I really couldn't tell you one end of a video camera for the other. Is this allowed?
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Lauren Taylor
Hi. I just won the Motorola contest. :) I'm trying to submit payment details, specifically my address. When I type in the country as "United States" it tells me that that is an unknown country. Also tried "United States of America" and "US" If I leave it blank it tells me "Country is required" ??
Lauren Taylor
Okay... solved it. If others have this problem here is what I did. I went to my profile and put in an address. Then I went back to the page asking me for my address and it accepted "United States"
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Yang Low
Hi! I have a quick question...How do I see my submitted ideas under MY TONGAL tab? I can't seems to find the detail of each submission. Also where can I see my 'past project' port folio?
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Quick Question - Is it only US residents that can submit ideas and contribute via Tongal? (I'm hoping not!)
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@LaMar Alexander
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LaMar Alexander
Hey- how come when I click on page 2 of my portfolio submissions they are all stretched out like a bad haiku ?
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@Peter Donovan
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Peter Donovan
I'm inventing a toothbrush/foot exfoliator. Anyone wanna invest?
Paul Calderon
Will it do both at the same time?
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@Leann Zarah
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Hi. Are most projects here only for US and Canada-based members? Thanks.
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I did change the name of the video from what the tongal site gave it
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Rob Trujillo
Hi, it was yesterday, the youtube listing shows August 11, 2011 04:36 PM, i think that would men when it finished processing
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@Rob Trujillo
The other answer is that you may have mistyped your channel info. Could you try again with a different video? - Caleb Light-Wills
@Rob Trujillo
Hey Rob, I see you on the Leaderboard, but it looks like the video hasn't finished processing. When did you share it? -
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Rob Trujillo
Hi, i shared a video from the Freshpet project, it sent the video to my youtube page, but i don't see it on the leaderboard at http://tongal.com/pr oject/Freshpet/phase /134/ytsummary
First time user, i probably missed something? - Caleb Light-Wills
@Juan Navedo
We're always working hard to bring everyone new and exciting projects to participate in. If you're signed up for Tongal, you'll receive an email whenever a new project launches. We're also improving this feature to be phase specific, so that we can let you know when written phase starts -
Juan Navedo
When will new Projects come? I can't participate in anything that involves video creation due to lack of equipment. I can only work on concepts.
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Bill McLean
Thanks Caleb - it's good to be back, I'll be hitting Jack Links next... :)
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@Bill McLean
By the way, glad to see you getting into the mix with Duck Tape! - Caleb Light-Wills
@Bill McLean
go to any projet page and click on the "submissions" button on the top right-hand side. If you son't see any submissions it's because they are still private. - Caleb Light-Wills
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Can these be longer than 30 seconds, just as long as they're not longer than 60?
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Bill McLean
How do we watch all of the video submissions in a project?
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@Dave Weber
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Dave Weber
Who are the Judges? Do they work for the companies that we are submitting for or do they work for Tongal?
- Caleb Light-Wills
@Jake Silverman
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@Max Hockley
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Max Hockley
For the business blunders suggestion phase, how many suggestions may one submit?
- James DeJulio
@Chaz the only time you'd be filling out an IP assignment is if you're being compensated financially for your work. In that case, we would take ownership of the IP and transfer to the client/sponsor who will then own it. let me know if this answers your question.
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Chaz Shackelford
So I just skimmed Tongal's IP assignment form and
it states that Tongal owns the property submitted.
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Evelyn Vaccaro
Hey there, is there anyone who could also use on-camera talent/host/spokesperson for their spec spot? I plan to do a pitch for Freshpet also.
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@Bernard Roberge
Hi Bernard, you may submit up to 5 concepts for both the Robert Half and Insect Lore Projects. To determine the number of concepts that may be submitted, visit the "Requirements" tab on any project page. -
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@James DeJulio
Hi James, Is it possible to submit more than one concept? - Caleb Light-Wills
@Nick Hester
Welcome Nick! Yes, notifications are issued for both events: wins and new project launches. You can control what types of notifications your receive by visiting the account section of your Tongal profile. Glad to have you on board! -
Nick Hester
I just signed up today! My first question is:
Are there email notifications if a submission wins, or if a new project is posted? Or do I just need to check the site every day to find out?
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What's the difference btwn an IDEA and a STORY?
posted by Scott Johnston
last comment: 4:07PM May 21, 2013
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Hi friends :D:D :D:D:D
posted by Annett Strahan
last comment: 7:17AM May 21, 2013
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Watching Winners
posted by Jason Pugatch
last comment: 6:48PM May 14, 2013
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What is exactly a pitch?
posted by Emmanuel Ortega
last comment: 9:12AM May 09, 2013
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Abou time on Tongal a.m p.m
posted by Sergey Karachkovskiy
last comment: 1:14PM May 08, 2013
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Do I have to follow someone idea's?
posted by Emmanuel Ortega
last comment: 7:28AM May 06, 2013
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Do I have to follow someone idea's?
posted by Emmanuel Ortega
last comment: 10:57AM May 04, 2013
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What happened to my submitted idea?
posted by Thomas Mignone
last comment: 5:16PM May 01, 2013
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Tongal Stats
posted by Eli Hellstrom
last comment: 9:01AM Apr 30, 2013
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PAYPAL
posted by Sergey Karachkovskiy
last comment: 9:20AM Apr 29, 2013
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Idea/Pitch Phase
posted by Paul Hennessy
last comment: 2:01PM Apr 27, 2013
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Collaboration
posted by Renato Primo
last comment: 12:01PM Apr 23, 2013
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pitch/video phase lenght
posted by Paolo Scippo
last comment: 10:12AM Apr 22, 2013
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how do i set my submissions to private?
posted by Melissa Nagy
last comment: 10:11AM Apr 22, 2013
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Who owns a winning video and what are my rights?
posted by Jackson D
last comment: 6:05AM Apr 22, 2013
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Tongaler of the Month-Tongal Blongal??
posted by Stephanie Osemeke
last comment: 11:33AM Apr 20, 2013
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140 characters seems silly
posted by Robtwopointoh@gmail.com
last comment: 2:51PM Apr 19, 2013
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Wild Cards
posted by Jackrabbittt Productions
last comment: 4:40PM Apr 05, 2013
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Problem Uploading Video
posted by Chat Noir
last comment: 12:12PM Mar 19, 2013
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Not a filmmaker..?
posted by Laura Bailey
last comment: 4:12PM Mar 18, 2013
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payoff
posted by Jackrabbittt Productions
last comment: 12:18PM Mar 12, 2013
It varies from project to project, but usually European countries are eligible. Please check the Requirements section of each Project. In addition, check the Tongal official rules: http://tongal.com/ab out/official-rules
8:44AM Feb 04, 2013
Jannis Sidiropoulos
@Scott Killinger
thanks for the info man! i did already and thats what i understood, just wasnt sure.. but for this contest of Palmolive lady speed stick its not so clear for me.. it says: Residents of U.S. and Canada EXCLUDING QUEBEC are eligible to submit.
10:04AM Feb 04, 2013
Jannis Sidiropoulos
@Scott Killinger
does this mean that europe is not eligible?
10:04AM Feb 04, 2013
@Jannis Sidiropoulos
This particular project is open only to residents of the US and Canada (excluding Quebec).
10:09AM Feb 04, 2013
@Jannis Sidiropoulos
This particular project is open only to residents of the US and Canada (excluding Quebec).
10:10AM Feb 04, 2013
Jannis Sidiropoulos
@Scott Killinger
thanks ! damn! i had a nice wild card in mind.. :)
10:14AM Feb 04, 2013