The LEGO Group is looking for ONE (1) filmmaker to create FIFTEEN (15), 15-second CGI Videos that demonstrate the unique powers of the NEXO KNIGHTS and get kids everywhere excited to go on a Power Hunt and collect them all. 

Draped in metal armor, brave and heroic, Knights have always been prominent figures in both history and storytelling. King Arthur, Sir Lancelot, and Jamie Lannister are just a few of the well-known Knights, from reality, fiction, and fantasy (yay Game of Thrones!).

Now it’s The LEGO Group’s turn to tackle the Medieval theme with the launch of their latest new property, NEXO KNIGHTS. NEXO KNIGHTS is an epic comedy-adventure that takes place in Knighton, a futuristic high-tech kingdom that’s under attack! A group of teenage knights have the big task to defeat the villains and bring peace back to their kingdom. With the help of a digital wizard, Merlok 2.0, the knights NEXO power's are downloaded through their shields in battle. There are over 170 unique NEXO powers to collect and you can find them online, in store, at LEGOLAND Park on the Licensing products and of course, in the LEGO NEXO KNIGHTS sets. And to top it all off, there is a free App game, Merlok 2.0, where you can scan the NEXO Powers and use them in the battle. Find out more here on the full NEXO KNIGHTS experience!

To get kids excited to chase these powers, LEGO is turning to YOU to create FIFTEEN (15), 15-second CGI Videos, showcasing the different powers with the NEXO KNIGHTS in a fun and uniquely LEGO way.

What you need to know:

1. We’re looking for CGI Videos that are fun! These Videos should have a focus on comedy followed by action.
2. The audience for these Videos is Kids 9-11.
3. Videos should drive kids to want to download the App and go on a Power Hunt to collect all of the NEXO powers.
4. LEGO will provide the Characters files in .ma format.
5. While you have until June to complete ALL 15 Videos, we will need FOUR (4) completed by April 11th.

The goal of this project is to create engaging FIFTEEN (15), 15-second CGI Videos (each with a 6-second cut-down) that demonstrate the NEXO powers in a fun and uniquely LEGO way.

--Key Marketing Messages:

• Brand Tagline: Upgrade your Power. Be a Hero!

--Target Audience:

• The target audience is boys and girls between 9 and 11 years old.

--Executional Mandatories:

• DO NOT show other LEGO product lines.
• Please DO NOT say “LEGOs” or “LEGO blocks” instead say “LEGO bricks.”

--Tone:

• Humorous, fun, shareable, engaging

--Exposure:

• Social Channels, Facebook YouTube, Instagram

This Project will be worth a total of $100,000 and consists of TWO (2) Phases: a Pitch Phase and a Video Phase. Be sure to read the following information carefully as well as the Official Rules.

PHASE 1: PITCH - Submit your Pitch (What is a Pitch Phase?) convincing the Sponsor why you should be selected to execute a suite of LEGO NEXO KNIGHTS Power Up Videos using:

• Text (REQUIRED): 500 characters or less synopsizing how you plan to approach and execute this Video.

• Links (REQUIRED): To your previous video work. Please specify your role (producer, director, cinematography, etc.) and DO NOT INCLUDE LINKS TO YOUR SHOWREEL. Please link to individual videos.

• Treatment (REQUIRED): A detailed narrative description of what's going to happen in the video. 

• Script (Optional): This should include dialogue from the video you intend to create. 

• Storyboards (Optional): Additional concept art, storyboards, shot list, anything that helps get your point across.

• Headshots/Casting Boards (Optional): Casting notes or concepts, headshots of actors, etc.

• Pitch Video (Optional): This is your opportunity to show us what you're capable of. Consider submitting a Pitch video in which you tell the Sponsor what they can expect should they choose your Pitch. Also, test videos, animatics, etc. are welcome.   

The most compelling Pitch will be selected and, upon submitting the Winner’s Affidavit and the IP Assignment, will receive $50,000 to help create the FIFTEEN (15) Videos. Additionally, upon submitting the FIFTEEN (15) Videos that satisfy the criteria laid out in your winning Pitch, the Pitch winner will also be GUARANTEED and additional $50,000. For an example of an effective Pitch, check out The Indie Machines winning “3 Artists & 5,000 LEGOs” Pitch video. All Pitches will remain private until after the winner of the Video Phase is announced and the Project is complete.    

PHASE 2: VIDEO – The winner from the Pitch Phase will create a suite of FIFTEEN (15) 15-second Videos based upon his/her winning Pitch each with a 6-second cut-down.

--Video Phase Payout: Winner of the Video Phase will earn the following prizes: 1st place $50,000.

--Music:  Tongal has partnered with three premiere music providers: Audioblocks, Killer Tracks and Epidemic Sound. Any of which can be used to source music for your Video submission to this Project. Music from these providers is available to registered Tongal members at no charge solely for their incorporation into Submissions to this Project and will not require a separate Music Release Form. To learn more about using each of these music providers, click on any of the provider’s names above.

Tongal members interested in a custom music solution for your project are invited to connect with SCORE A SCORE.  They specialize in the creation of custom music, on-demand.  

Their business model is based on a "name your price" system, so you can tell them what your budget is, and they will work with you to create a deal configuration that will work within the discussed parameters. Check out the FAQ for more information and how to contact SCORE A SCORE. 

If you are selected as a winner and choose to use custom/original music, you must fill out and submit our Music Release Form. If you obtain music from other catalog providers, you must purchase the appropriate license at your own expense and submit it with our Music Release Form when you turn in your Video paperwork.  

--Referral: Any Tongal member who refers one of the winning Video creators in this Project using the Tongal “Invite Friends” functionality will receive a referral fee equal to 5% of the amount won  up to $500 per place. Check out more about our Referral Program in FAQ.

1. The Video MUST not exceed 15-seconds in length. Preferred format for upload to the Tongal website is HD 720p 16x9. Acceptable file formats are .mov, .avi, .mp4, .wmv. Acceptable codecs are H.264 (MP4), MPEG-4, H.263, MPGV, WMV, DivX. Should you win, you will also be required to provide a 1080p .mov master file, using a ProRes, Animation, or Uncompressed Codec

2. Unless provided otherwise, all work must be your own original creation and free of any copyrighted material. You shall provide detailed information of your work regarding the source, the creator and background information as requested by Tongal.

3. In the event you utilize any third party materials, such as music provided by a third-party music provider not provided by Tongal, you must obtain full written license and consent from the owner of such third party materials and provide such license and consent forms to Tongal.

4. BY SUBMITTING A VIDEO ENTRY, YOUR SUBMISSION IMMEDIATELY BECOMES THE SOLE PROPERTY OF TONGAL OR ITS ASSIGNEES – SEE OFFICIAL RULES FOR MORE DETAILS ABOUT OWNERSHIP OF ENTRIES. YOU MAY NOT PUBLICLY SHARE OR PUBLISH YOUR SUBMISSION IN ANY MANNER AND YOU MAY NOT POST OR UPLOAD YOUR SUBMISSION TO ANY WEBSITE OR VIDEO HOSTING SITE (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, FACEBOOK, YOUTUBE OR VIMEO), WITHOUT THE PRIOR EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT OF TONGAL.  FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS REQUIREMENT MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR ENTRY IN THE PROJECT.

5. Submissions cannot contain any profanity, offensive language, nudity or otherwise objectionable material, the determination of which is solely at the discretion of Sponsor.

6. Submissions must not portray Sponsor in a negative way, the determination of which will solely reside with Sponsor.

7. By submitting to this project, you acknowledge that your work may become subject to public voting on the Tongal site. Public voting may be used to help the project sponsor determine the final rank order.

8. Videos must be in the English language or subtitled.

9. Limit 5 submissions per member, per Phase.

10. You must be at least thirteen (13) years or older to enter.

11. In the event that fewer than 50 Pitches are received, the Sponsor reserves the right to repost the contest for up to fourteen (14) days at their discretion.

12. In addition to the judging criteria stated in the OFFICIAL RULES, Pitches will also be evaluated on that member's ability to execute the final Video based on their prior work and experience as a filmmaker.

13. The Sponsor will be entitled to reasonable revisions on the finished Videos without providing additional compensation. Remember it's easier to re-edit than re-shoot so try to get as much coverage as possible.

14. In addition to the standard Tongal W-9, Winner Affidavit, and IP Assignment, winning Video creators MUST also provide Talent, Location, Music (or other) Releases for all assets appearing in their winning Videos, as well as a photograph/headshot  OR copy of a photo ID for all On-camera Talent releases. You must also provide all project files, editing sequences and a 1080p .mov master file, using a ProRes, Animation, or Uncompressed Codec to claim your prize.

15. See OFFICIAL RULES for additional contest information, terms and conditions. If there is any conflict or inconsistency between these requirements and the Official Rules, the terms and conditions of these requirements shall prevail.