Background

Source Shows: Here is a list of titles BritBox has provided clips from; you do not need to use clips from every show, but you should plan to combine footage from at least 5 of these series. If you need additional footage, BritBox may be able to provide after greenlight.


 INSPIRATION/TONE (visual and tonal inspirations can be drawn from the spirit of the following, seen in BritBox shows):

Objectives

*This is a quick turn editing project with a final delivery of 6/10*


BritBox's latest campaign, See It Differently (assets here), is all about reframing familiar stories and characters in new perspectives, celebrating hidden gems, leaning into surprising juxtapositions, and captivating the audience with something that resonates. As part of this campaign they have started a series called “Mini Masterpieces,” which are sharp, unexpected social video edits that pull clips from various BritBox titles to illustrate a theme, like "See ‘Weather’ Differently," or "See ‘Mothers’ Differently." For their next "Mini Masterpiece," BritBox is turning to the Tongal edit community to create a social video that celebrates British Dads for Father's Day on June 15, 2015 (or 15 June, for our friends across the pond).


Using clips provided by BritBox, you'll create a humorous and relatable :30 social video that subverts the expectation of a sentimental tribute with clever humor and sly teasing, an ode to the fumbling, forgetful, utterly human dad moments that highlights the comedy (and calamity) of fatherhood done… imperfectly. Think dads who forget birthdays, botch the school run, or still refer to their children as “the small one.” Using the provided standout clips from BritBox comedies, this Mini Masterpiece video should connect with audiences far beyond the shows themselves, making everyone laugh at the idea of the classic lovable but completely out-of-his-depth British dad. You do not need to use clips from every show, but you should plan to combine footage from at least 5 of these series. You will need to edit within the Adobe Suite as the BritBox team works primarily in Adobe and may need to update logos or end cards later. While your video will focus on dads and Father's Day, it is part of the broader "Mini Masterpieces" series (see another "Mondays" example here), and should ultimately make viewers want to binge BritBox. To see a full list of the shows you should look to include and other references or inspiration see the Background.


Using these BritBox assets, you can feature soundbites, visual gags, and unmistakably British moments (passive aggression, blank stares, emotional repression). However, we are not looking for you to just throw a bunch of clips together, instead, your video should have a clear arc or tonal build that leans into the comedy or quick wit with a purpose. This is primarily a supercut of shows, but you can add light motion graphic or on-screen text if it feels fitting to your edit. While not necessary, a cheeky nod to Father's Day is also welcome in the video (e.g. a clip or dialogue with a line like, “Oh...was that today?”).


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


DELIVERABLES: One :30 hero video (16x9, 9x16, 1x1)


EXPECTED TIMELINE: *This is a fast-moving timeline with the final files needed by Wed, 6/10*


RELEVANT ASSETS: HERE


EXPOSURE: We expect content will be used on the platforms below, but if casting talent, be sure they review our required Talent Release before they're cast, as it is NOT limited to these platforms. You should also review our Music providers in the Project Requirements, as well as the platform best practices.


TARGET AUDIENCE: 


TONE/FEEL: Dry, cheeky, wry, observational, self-aware, and utterly British.


EXECUTIONAL MANDATORIES: 


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.

Details

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.



Requirements

  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.