We're open all methods on whatever happens to help us "level up" our zooms. Below are just a couple style references to take into consideration.

HELPFUL REFERENCE VIDEOS FOR INSPIRATION/TONE:

• The Beauty of Data Visualization (take a look at the many examples of data visualization here)
• VOX Style in Canva?

Tongal is looking for an editor to help shape and elevate a growing series of creator education and community-focused videos featuring creators, filmmakers, artists, producers, and industry experts sharing their experience, skills, workflows, and creative insights with the Tongal community. 

These presentations are will be primarily recorded over Zoom and typically run between 30-60 minutes in length, with an expected volume of approximately 1-2 videos per month, with 12 videos in total over a roughly 6 month period. In other words: we're here for a lot more than simply hitting “export” on a webinar recording. We’re looking for someone who can creatively enhance and “spice up” the viewing experience with thoughtful pacing, dynamic visual presentation, very light motion graphics, cutaways, sound design, on-screen visuals & text, subtle humor where appropriate, or really any other editorial techniques that help maintain audience engagement, while preserving the authenticity and educational value of the conversations. Some videos may also include live Q&A segments, either in full, or with selected moments incorporated into the final edit, depending on the topic and flow of the discussion. 

While we've had plenty of Tongal Talks in the past, we've never recorded them before, so the ideal editor should understand internet-native storytelling and know how to make educational or presentation-based content feel visually engaging without overwhelming the speaker or distracting from the information being shared. Experience editing podcasts, video essays, educational content, livestreams, creator content, or presentation-driven media is highly encouraged. Strong instincts for pacing, graphics, audience retention, and knowing exactly when to punch in for comedic effect are all major pluses.

If selected, we'd expect to first develop a templatized video format that could work for any and all Tongal Talks, and then we'd apply that format on an ongoing basis, with the idea that it'd make the work quick, efficient, and standardized.  

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

DELIVERABLES: There are 12 total video assets.

• Twelve 30:00-60:00 second presentation videos hero videos (16x9) at $300 per video

EXPECTED TIMELINE: 

• This is a year round project, and goal is to release these videos no later than one week after each's recording, and would start mid-June 2026.

EXPOSURE: We expect content will be used on the platforms below, but you should also review our Music providers in the Project Requirements, as well as the platform best practices.

• Tongal's Creator Community
• YouTube
• Instagram

TARGET AUDIENCE: Creators and Artists; both working professionals, and hobbyists. 

AI USAGE: You may not use AI generated visual or audio assets in your final content. However, for the purposes of your pitch and pre-production materials, you are welcome to use generative AI to create visuals, storyboards, animatics, proofs-of-concept, etc. that might help the Sponsor understand your vision for creating the final content. Additionally, assistive AI tools (e.g. object removal, compositing, color grading, sound mixing, subtitling, etc.) may be used in post-production to supplement your workflow. Please keep record of any AI usage deployed in your submissions in the event that the Sponsor requests AI disclosures. If you have questions about any specific usage or tool, please ask your Tongal producer.

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.

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. Unless specifically requested, there's no need to include a budget with your submission.

• TEXT (REQUIRED): Up to 500 characters synopsizing how you plan to approach and produce the content listed in the Deliverables.
  
  
• SAMPLE VIDEO (REQUIRED): Show us an example of your diverse skillset that might help us get a better idea on how you'll level up these videos.
  
  
• 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.

• 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.

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.