MAKING MOVIE MAKERS
GOOD VIDEO CONTEST
July 18, 12:00pm Pacific Tiime
We’re looking for outstanding films with captivating characters that move, surprise, inspire, and entertain.
Judging Criteria
Our panel of judges will determine finalists and the winning entry:
• Creativity / Originality
• Message compatible with a Biblical Worldview
• Uplifting, Inspirational, Endearing, Entertaining
• Excellence in production value
Rules and Terms
1. Open to all youth ages 12-18. Must submit proof of age with entry.
2. Content must be positive, wholesome, and compatible with the Christian Worldview.
3. Running time must be between 1 and 3 minutes.
4. Video theme: "First Things First" ("Priorities")
5. Video must be in horizontal / landscape orientation.
6. Video must include our CYFS logo in the first 3 seconds.
7. Video cannot use copyrighted music unless a valid release is also submitted.
8. Video must include at least one shot of a trophy.
9. Video cannot refer to, or promote any company names, logos, products, or similar.
10. Video must be in English or have accurate English subtitles.
Entry Deadline; midnight July 6, 2026
Each entry must include the following:
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Your Full Name and Country.
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Mailing Address and mobile phone number (for notification and shipping prizes.)
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Proof of age: (school ID, Passport, Driver’s license, Birth Certificate, etc...)
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Completed Film Release Form.
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Completed Talent Release Forms for all actors.
The video must be the original work of the student.
All videos become property of Christian Youth Film Society and may be used or edited at our sole discretion.
Selection process
After the Deadline, up to 12 entries will be officially selected based on the rules and goals of the contest.
Then, approximately 5 videos will advance to the finals.
Finalists and winner will be screened and streamed at a special online event July 18, 12:00noon
The choices made by Christian Youth Film Society Inc. staff, judges, and associates are final.
Awards and Prizes
All officially selected videos will receive comments and suggestions from our panel of judges.
All finalists will also receive some really cool CYFS stuff which may include a t-shirt, flash drive, sticker, or lanyard.
The Director of the winning entry will receive cash! $500 USD!