Produce a fresh, fun, and catchy electronic musical remix video using sounds and voices from the iconic series The Office. 

***The pitch phase has been reopened and will now close Thursday, November 2nd at 12:00 PM PT.***

Ever since we were first introduced to the Scranton-based staff of the Dunder Mifflin Paper Company in 2005, The Office has become one of the most beloved sitcoms of all time. To engage the show's global fandom and get them excited to rewatch the series on Peacock, we're looking for one creator to edit together an electronic remix using sound bites and clips from the series. The idea is to remix and splice sounds and voices from episodes of The Office to create a new, catchy, sharable tune. Check out this example to get a sense of what we're going for. 

Since you'll need to create the electronic remix using clips from the show, editors will need to sharpen their ears when sourcing material. You have a nice range of creative freedom here, as The Office is full of musically-inclined episodes. For example, you could take a number of samples from the karaoke scene, CPR, Andy being musical, Kevin with his band, Michael screaming "NO," and Dwight being Dwight. One important call-out: you can't use any copyrighted music as a part of your remix, so stay away from any recognizable songs. 

For your sample video, please create a :15-:30 remix that shows off your musical editing skills and gives us an idea of how you plan to approach the video. While the client will provide the greenlit filmmaker with official footage to incorporate into the final video, for the purposes of the pitch, use clips from the show that you can source online (there are lots!). HERE is The Office's official YouTube page. 

Check out more information in the Background, and for any questions or other project updates, check out the Project Forum.

DELIVERABLES: There are two total video assets.

• One :60 song remix video (4x5, 9x16)

EXPECTED TIMELINE: HERE

EXPOSURE: 

• The Office social media platforms
• Peacock social media platforms

TARGET AUDIENCE: Fans of The Office (so basically everyone, right?)

TONE/FEEL: Funny, Creative, Exciting, Unique

EXECUTIONAL MANDATORIES: 

• You must use footage from The Office series exclusively. No other sources of footage will be acceptable.
• You CANNOT use copyrighted songs in your remix. 
• Your remix should be a full 60 seconds.

By participating in this project, creators acknowledge that the Sponsor is under no obligation to greenlight a submission. Though most projects do move forward, we'll notify you in the event the Sponsor decides not to fund any submissions via the Project Forum. Regardless of the result, all submissions will be reviewed and evaluated by the Sponsor and project team.

Check out this video below that is a perfect example of what we're looking for!

HELPFUL REFERENCE VIDEOS FOR INSPIRATION/TONE:

• Friendsgiving Remix
• Snow White Remix
• Star Trek: The Next Generation Remix
• Alice in Wonderland Remix

In order to be considered, include the below materials in your submission. For examples of effective pitches, check out this gallery. All Pitches remain private, even after a Pitch is selected, and Tongal strives to have Pitch selections made by the end of the Evaluation period,but additional time may be required by the Sponsor, depending on any number of factors.

• TEXT (REQUIRED): Up to 500 characters synopsizing how you plan to approach and produce the content listed in the Deliverables.
  
  
• SAMPLE VIDEO (REQUIRED): Utilizing clips from The Office, provide a :15-:30 sample video (16x9) that shows off your musical editing skills and gives us an idea of how you plan to approach the video. While the client will provide the greenlit filmmaker with official footage to incorporate into the final video, for the purposes of the pitch, use clips from the show that you can source online (there are lots!). HERE is The Office's official YouTube page.
  
  
• LINKS (REQUIRED): To your previous video work. Please specify your role (producer, director, editor, artist, etc.) but do not include links to your showreel. Please link to individual videos.

The most compelling pitch will be greenlit by the Sponsor, and the responsible creator will then receive an email from Tongal producers detailing next steps. All submitters will also receive an automated email notification that a selection has been announced. To ensure you’re receiving project updates, review your email settings to check that you haven’t unsubscribed.

Creators who’ve been selected will receive funding upon completing the Winner Affidavit and the IP Assignment. Payment of the pitch funds is subject to a payment schedule determined by Tongal, typically included with the project timeline.

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REVISION REQUIREMENTS & RESOURCES: Once Content has been submitted and the initial Production Phase completed, greenlit creators will enter into Revisions. Creators will perform reasonable edits on their videos according to the Sponsor's feedback. Check out our Filmmaker Resource Portal to access helpful post-production resources like Text-Safe Guides for different platforms, Project File Organization Tutorial, Export Presets, and Captioning services.

MUSIC: You will be required to use the Peacock-approved music provider Source Audio to source music for your Video submission to this Project. Music from this provider is available only to the filmmakers that Peacock selects at no charge solely for their incorporation into Submissions to this Project and will not require a separate music release form. Filmmakers will be provided with a log-in and access by a Tongal producer once they are selected. 

If you choose to use custom or original music, you must fill out and submit our Music Release Form. Please ensure your composer reviews and signs this form BEFORE beginning their work.

ASSET DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS & RESOURCES: You must also provide all project files, editing sequences and a 1080p .mov master file, using a ProRes, Animation, or Uncompressed Codec in order to submit final payment. You are responsible for any costs associated with the hard drive and shipping. Tongal also reserves the right to request all raw files associated with the project.

To ensure a smoother delivery, please review the Export Presets, Specifications, and Project File Organization Tutorial in our Filmmaker Resource Portal.

1. In addition to the standard Tongal W-9, Winner Affidavit, and IP Assignment, greenlit Video creators MUST also provide Talent, Location, Music (or other) Releases for all assets appearing in their 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 earnings. Tongal also reserves the right to request all raw files associated with the project.
   
   
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. 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.
   
   
5. Preferred format for upload to the Tongal website is HD 720p and formatted for the aspect ratios listed in the Deliverables (e.g. 16x9). Acceptable file formats are .mov, .avi, .mp4, .wmv. Acceptable codecs are H.264 (MP4), MPEG-4, H.263, MPGV, WMV, DivX. Should your submission be greenlit, you will also be required to provide a 1080p .mov master file, using a ProRes, Animation, or Uncompressed Codec.
   
   
6. 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.
   
   
7. You may not contact any employees or members of the Sponsor's organization, their affiliates, or any of their partners. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in disqualification of your entry in the project.
   
   
8. 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 creator.
   
   
9. Videos must be in the English language or subtitled.
   
   
10. Submissions must not portray Sponsor in a negative way, the determination of which will solely reside with Sponsor, nor can Submissions contain any profanity, offensive language, nudity or otherwise objectionable material, the determination of which is solely at the discretion of Sponsor.
    
    
11. You must be at least thirteen (13) years or older to enter.
    
    
12. The Sponsor reserves the right to repost the contest.
    
    
13. 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.