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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is looking to create a pilot for an ongoing series of relatable religious videos for YouTube based on one of the two concepts down below, and with a runtime of up to 8-9 minutes. At this stage, apart from the concepts, many of the details associated with this project still need to be determined, or developed alongside a filmmaker, and while there are live action elements that are possible with either concept, this project could go in a number of directions, including animation, so we're keeping things more open-ended to get the conversation moving. We expect a heavy lift to be done in pre-production to develop and hone both of the concepts, and their potential executions, while aligning on a realistic production budget. The timeline here is also largely a placeholder, and we expect that additional conversations may be had with filmmakers who make the Church's shortlist. 

Concept 1: Jesus Christ is - This would be a series that allows friends of the church to see Christ's hand in modern-day roles, using relatable stories or actions of real people, either with actors, or in a docu-style setting. For example, the video might follow a young woman who is a teacher. It would flash back to moments when Christ was a teacher and it would share a storyline of how this young woman is working hard to try and teach her class and how Christ had patience and always taught those who have gathered. 

• Jesus Christ is... a brother
• Jesus Christ is... a healer
• Jesus Christ is... a teacher
• Jesus Christ is... a son/daughter

Concept 2: Christlike Analogies of His Gospel - These would be visually engaging and relatable analogies that illustrate aspects of Jesus Christ's character and teachings. Below are examples of relatable things that we could use to compare Christlike attributes and the gospel to things people will resonate with, and given the use of analogies, you could approach this in multiple ways, whether that be with the use of stock footage, live action video, 2D animation, motion graphics, or a mix of multiple styles. Each episode could focus on a different analogy, using storytelling, animation, and real-life examples to bring the analogy to life.

• The Lighthouse
• The Mirror
• The GPS

In your pitch treatment, please detail how you would produce the pilot, but speak to how you might turn this into a series with a sustainable format. You may pitch on both concepts, but if you do, please submit separate pitches. For any questions or other project updates, check out the Project Forum.

DELIVERABLES: There are 5 total video assets.

• One up to 9-minute hero video (16x9)
• One :30 teaser cutdown (9x16, 4x5)
• One :15 teaser cutdown (9x16, 4x5)

EXPECTED TIMELINE: HERE

• Note that the timeline may change, and is subject to the nature and format of your pitch. We'll work with you to update and refine the timeline, as needed if you're greenlit.

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.

• The Church's social media channels; specifically YouTube, Facebook, and IG

TARGET AUDIENCE: Teens and young adults 16 - 34 years old, who are looking for content based around Jesus Christ and/or of faith, love, hope, and peace.

TONE/FEEL: Positive, Inspiring

EXECUTIONAL MANDATORIES: 

• All videos should adhere to the Church's modesty standards and not feature drugs, alcohol, or any inappropriate content.

• If your video requires talent, they will need to undergo a social background check in the pre-production phase for The Church.

OPEN BID:

• This is an open-bid project, so you'll get to submit your own budget proposal up to $40,000 for the pilot episode. If it makes sense, you may submit multiple versions of your bid at a budget, target, and reach price point.
• By participating in this open bid project, creators acknowledge that the Sponsor is under no obligation to greenlight a bid. Though most open bid projects do move forward, we'll notify you in the event the Sponsor decides not to fund any bids via the Project Forum. Regardless of the result, all open bid submissions will be reviewed and evaluated by the Sponsor and project team.

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.

• CONCEPT(REQUIRED): Using the dropdown menu please select which concept you're pitching on.
  
  
• TREATMENT (REQUIRED): A more detailed and specific description of how you propose to execute all of the content listed out in the Deliverables. Explain what we can expect to see, and how you'll make it. If it's helpful, we've provided a treatment template HERE.
  
  
• 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.
  
  
• BID (REQUIRED): This is an open bid project, and the Sponsor would like you to create ALL of the content listed in the Deliverables within a budget total of up to $40,000.
  
  
• PITCH VIDEO (Optional): This is your opportunity to be face-to-face with the Sponsor and show what you're capable of. Consider a video in which you tell the Sponsor what they can expect, or consider test videos, proof-of-concept edits, animatics, etc. For examples of effective Pitch videos, check out this gallery.
  
  
• APPRENTICESHIP ADVISOR (Optional): The Tongal On-Set Apprenticeship Program is an opportunity to support new & emerging talent in production positions with hands-on on-set experience. Please indicate on the pitch submission form if you would be interested in overseeing an apprentice on your production; your answer will neither increase nor decrease the likelihood of your pitch being greenlit.The Tongal On-Set Apprenticeship Program is an opportunity to support new & emerging talent in production positions with hands-on on-set experience. Please indicate on the pitch submission form if you would be interested in overseeing an apprentice on your production; your answer will neither increase nor decrease the likelihood of your pitch being greenlit. Tongal will cover the apprentice's day rate outside of your project budget, and if you are matched with an apprentice, your Tongal producer will reach out with more information. To learn more about the On-Set Apprenticeship Program and the responsibilities of an advisor, please click HERE. 

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.