Everything you need to know about the WAVES Promo Video Challenge

The WAVES Promo Video Challenge, part of the Create in India Challenges, invites content creators to craft promo videos for the World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025. The theme is “Come, Sail With Us.” Capture the event’s vision and inspire audiences to join. If you’re passionate about storytelling and can convey the event’s spirit in seconds, here’s everything you need to know.

Why Participate in the WAVES Promo Video Challenge?

This is not just about winning prizes, although the rewards are worth the effort. It’s about becoming a part of India’s creative revolution and showcasing your storytelling prowess to a global audience.

By participating, you get a chance to:

• Showcase Your Talent on a prestigious international platform.
• Network with Industry Leaders from the global M&E sector.
• Win Exciting Prizes, including cash rewards and an all-expenses-paid trip to WAVES 2025.

Who Can Participate?

• Creative professionals and aspiring content creators from India and around the world.
• Participants aged 18 and above.
• Individuals from any location, including international creators.
• Multiple Entries Allowed – The more ideas, the better your chances.

Originality Alert: Your submission must be 100% original and made specifically for this contest. Any copied or plagiarised content will lead to disqualification.

Creative Guidelines

• Align with WAVES 2025’s theme: “Come, Sail With Us.”
• Include broadcast-quality versions in three durations: 1 minute, 30 seconds, and 15 seconds.
• File Formats Accepted: MP4, MOV, WMV, or AVI, each under 50 MB.
• Language Requirement: Only English is accepted.
• Technical Quality: Submissions must be HD/broadcast quality in audio and video. Low-quality entries will be disqualified.
• Branding Elements: Your video should feature WAVES event branding, available on the competition website.

Important Dates to Remember

• Contest Launch: 20th September 2024
• Submission Deadline: 28th February 2025
• Results Announcement: 15th March 2025

Evaluation Criteria

• Originality and Creativity – Innovative concepts and unique storytelling.
• Theme Alignment – How well the video represents the theme and objectives of WAVES 2025.
• Narrative Impact – Clarity, engagement, and effectiveness of the storytelling.
• Brand Integration – Strategic use of WAVES branding material

Rewards and Recognition

The top 5 winning entries will receive cash prizes and an all-expenses-paid trip to WAVES 2025.