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What Does Nicktoons Mean to You?
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To celebrate 25 Yrs of Nicktoons, Nick wants you to create a fun and shareable Video about your favorite Nicktoons and what they mean to you.
Update for Wildcard Creators: Nickelodeon does not want you to shy away from grounded executions that feel authentic and resonate emotionally with you, the creator, and the viewer... the takeaway: It's about how Nicktoons made you laugh, but also made you feel! We want you to bring that to life in an original and unique way in your videos. GOOD LUCK & HAVE FUN!
Since 1991, Nickelodeon has produced some of the most memorable, inventive, and kid-inspired animated shows in the history of television. You know them as Nicktoons.
In 2016, Nickelodeon will celebrate 25 years of Nicktoons (YAY!), as well as the creators who brought to life their legendary shows, and of course, their legion of passionate fans throughout the world – YOU!
Think you might fit into this category? Do you remember the very first original Nicktoons – The Ren and Stimpy Show and Rugrats?! Can you tell us who lives in a pineapple under the sea? Do you still smell pizza when you hear the word ‘Cowabunga!”? Are you currently obsessed with Pig, Goat, Banana, Cricket?
For the past 25 years, Nicktoons has created meaningful, inspired and artistically adventurous animation for kids and we believe that 25 years from now, Gen Z will be talking about today’s collection of Nicktoons with the same passion.
Because Nick knows there are certain theme songs, characters, worlds and stories that stay with you forever, they want to hear from YOU - the fans, the creators, those who grew up with Nicktoons and still have a deep adoration for the classics - and from the current kid audience today.
Help Nick celebrate 25 years by showing us what Nicktoons means to you!
Read on to the Objectives section to learn more about how you can share your Story or submit a Video...
Update for Wildcard Creators: Nickelodeon does not want you to shy away from grounded executions that feel authentic and resonate emotionally with you, the creator, and the viewer... the takeaway: It's about how Nicktoons made you laugh, but also made you feel! We want you to bring that to life in an original and unique way in your videos. GOOD LUCK & HAVE FUN!
The goal of this project is to create a fun and shareable video, up to 120-seconds in length, that celebrates Nicktoons and what they mean to you. Tell us your favorite Nicktoons memories, share how current Nicktoons have an impact on you today, or go wild and make a super-creative fan-art project that’s an homage to your favorite Nicktoon.
Nickelodeon is open to seeing live action, animation, stop-motion animation, docu-style, mixed-media, parody videos, musical interpretations, video listicles, and just about any way you want to bring your Story to life in the most creative way.
So, tap into your inner-child. Think creatively about how you can craft a Video that celebrates everything you love about Nicktoons. Perhaps a certain Nicktoon has inspired your career, your style, your love life? Share your Story and feel free to upload an image/PDF to help express your extreme fandom -- like a photo of yourself and your kid, your own animations, your expanded story, your DIY halloween costume, maybe even your secret Arnold tattoo ;)
Although you will not be able to use any original media from these shows, Nick invites you to create your own renditions/versions of the characters, settings and props from the properties mentioned below. Remember, your Video is going to be seen by the team at Nick who were responsible for creating some of your favorite shows!!
Videos should only incorporate one or more of the 25 approved Nicktoons below - You may ONLY use the logos and theme songs provided UNDER OUR ASSETS TAB.
--Key Marketing Messages:
--Target Audience: Millennials, Young Adults, Kids and Parents.
--Executional Mandatories:
--Tone: Open ended! We want fans to express their vision of the brand in their own way. Keep in mind, the content needs to be appropriate for a kids brand.
--Exposure: Intended for use on Nickelodeon digital and social properties (YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, etc), presentations, events, and panels.
--Inspiration: **Please see additional Videos under the Assets Tab**
“What Does LEGO Mean To You?” - https://tongal.com/project/whatdoeslegomeantoyou
“Nickelodeon Impressions” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIBYE1JDClA
"90 seconds with Kenan Thompson" - Download from Assets Tab
"The Splat" - Download from Assets Tab
"Splatline: The Story of a Stoop Kid" - Download from Assets Tab
"Non-Stop Nicktoons Weekend Intermission - Fan Art (1997)" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rlCyv0_LhMM
"Fan-imation Aaahh!!! Real Monsters" - https://youtu.be/P_6ANeHS56U
-- Nicktoons in the Media:
"The Guys Who Voiced 'Hey Arnold' is insanely Hot Now"
"The Guys Who Voiced Arnold Isn't The Only Hot One From 'Hey Arnold!' "
"This Awesome Fan Art Proves Nicktoons Will Forever Live on in Our Nostalgic '90s Hearts"
--Brand Persona: Nickelodeon was the first kid’s network. It was a network created just for kids, that tells stories from a kid POV. Kids often call Nickelodeon their “best friend” because they connect with them through comedy, rebelliousness, inventiveness and heart. Nick embodies the spirit of being a kid and thinking like a kid, one of many reasons why it remains the #1 network for kids.
Nickelodeon is immensely proud of their animation history, and for 25 years they have proven time and again that they are a creator-driven home for artists, with a passion for original, kid-inspired thinking.
Throughout 2016 Nick will celebrate 25 years of Nicktoons, culminating with the opening of the new Nickelodeon Studios in Burbank!
PHASE 1: STORY – Tell us the STORY OF YOUR FAVORITE NICKTOONS and what it means to you (or how it has influenced you) in 500 characters or less. Feel free to upload an image that represents your super fandom.
The winning Story creators will receive $500 each and a 5% one-time residual payment for any winning Videos based on his/her Story. That means if your winning Story is the basis for the 1st place Video, you will receive $750; for the 2nd place Video, you will receive $550; for the 3rd place Video, you will receive $500; and for the 4th place Video, you will receive $350.
Payment for a win in the Story phase is contingent on your completion of the Winner’s Affidavit, the IP Assignment, and any necessary cooperation with the winning filmmaker selected to bring your Story to life in the subsequent Pitch Phase. Being a winner in the Story Phase does not guarantee that your Story will be brought to life by a filmmaker in the following Phases.
PHASE 2: PITCH - Submit your Pitch (What is a Pitch Phase?) convincing the Sponsor why you should be selected to execute a Video based on one of the winning Stories from the previous Phase using:
The three (3) most compelling Pitches will be selected and, upon submitting the Winner’s Affidavit and the IP Assignment, will each receive $5,000 to help create the Video. Additionally, upon submitting a Video that satisfies the criteria laid out in your winning Pitch, the Pitch winners will also be GUARANTEED a winning place in the subsequent Video Phase. So, if your Pitch is selected and you execute your Pitch effectively in your Video submission, you will win an additional $7,000, at a minimum, and have a chance to compete for the $15,000 First Place Video prize (subject to deduction for one-time 5% residual payment to eligible Story winners). 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 3: VIDEO – The three (3) winners from the Pitch Phase will each create a Video up to 120 seconds based upon their winning Pitch.
All other creators are invited to enter a Wildcard (What Is a Wildcard?) submission that can be based on one of the winning Ideas from the previous Phase or a totally original concept that is not based on any winning material from the Idea Phase. The Judges will score all Wildcard submissions and the 1 highest scoring Wildcard Video along with the 3 winning Videos submitted by Pitch winners will be scored to determine the standings for the Video Phase. Remember, the three (3) Pitch winners, along with one (1) Wildcard creator, will receive prizes.
--Video Phase Payout: Winners of the Video Phase will earn the following prizes: 1st place $15,000, 2nd place $11,000, 3rd place $10,000, and 4th place $7,000 (less any 5% one-time residual payments paid to the Idea winners, as applicable). Payment is contingent on your completion of the Winner Affidavit, IP Release, all necessary releases and third party licenses and compliance with the OFFICIAL RULES
--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 of $500. Check out more about our Referral Program in FAQ.
1. The Video MUST not exceed 120 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 a legal resident of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Colombia US Resident to enter and at least eighteen (18) years of age (or the age of majority in their state/jurisdiction of legal residence, whichever is older) at the time of entry.
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.