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WEBFEST

SUBMIT

Submission Guide

  1. How to submit- Submit via domestic Google Form: https://forms.gle/i8XHDJXzwCBEW27k8
  2. Submit via overseas Film Free Way: https://filmfreeway.com/yeosuwebfest
  3. *For group submissions, please contact yeosuweb@gmail.com
  4. submission period – 1st: April 29 ~ May 20 – 2nd: May 20 ~ June 6 – 3rd: June 7 ~ July 7
  5. Screening selection announcement date July 26th Announcement on the Yeosu International Webfest website and individual contact to screening entrants.
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WEBFEST

Rules & Terms

****Submission Rules****

– Web Content

Videos longer than 10 minutes (webseries, short films, dramas, movies, independent feature films, experimental films, animation, etc.)

Submit the one episode you’re most proud of!

English subtitles required!

– Short Form

Short videos of 3 minutes or less (up to 10 minutes).

– Music Video

Video content that is entirely accompanied by music or song.

1. Organization

The 1st Yeosu International Webfest is organized by the Yeosu International Webfest Organizing Committee and managed by the Yeosu International Webfest Festival Executive Committee.

2. Purpose

The Yeosu International Webfest supports the independent and free spirit of experimentation and explores new aesthetic and technical possibilities of contemporary web content. It aims to actively introduce these directors to Korean audiences. This will lead to a rich web content culture and contribute to the development of Korean web content.

3. Date

The 1st Yeosu International Webfest will be held from September 4th to September 6th, 2024, for 3 days in Yeosu City, Jeollanam-do.

4. Webfest Program and Awards

The program of the 1st Yeosu International Webfest will consist of various non-competitive categories in addition to the competitive categories.

5. Submission Information

5-1. Submission Conditions

– Web Content

Videos longer than 10 minutes (webseries, short films, dramas, movies, independent feature films, experimental films, animation, etc.)

– Short Form

Short videos of 3 minutes or less (up to 10 minutes).

– Music Video

Video content that is entirely accompanied by music or song.

5-2. How to Submit

– Submission Deadline: July 7, 2024 (Tuesday)

– Entries can only be submitted online and must be submitted using the method below.

Filmfreeway submission By Filmfreeway https://filmfreeway.com/

6. Selection

– Submitted works will be reviewed by a preliminary jury organized and commissioned by the Yeosu International Webfest, and only selected works will be notified individually by July 27, 2024. Once the screening of the work has been decided, it cannot be canceled for any reason.

7. Submission and Return of Screenings

Works accepted for screening must provide any additional materials requested by Webfest for publicity purposes and a high quality digital screening copy within the requested deadline.

7-1. Shipping costs for works accepted for screening in competition are the responsibility of the exhibitor. Webfest will be responsible for the return costs of the work, and transportation to other events will be subject to the usual rules.

7-2. For works accepted for screening in the non-competitive Invitational category, WebFest will cover the round-trip transportation costs incurred if the exhibitor uses an official carrier. Transportation to other events will be subject to the usual rules.

8. Subtitles

Selected works will be screened in their original language, and in principle, English subtitled versions will be screened for non-English speaking works. The final screening format may be changed for smooth screening, including subtitling in Korean.

9. Publicity

Yeosu International Webfest may use the promotional video (trailer) provided by the exhibitor for publicity as it is, and may arbitrarily produce and use up to 10% of the total screened work, up to a maximum of 3 minutes.

10. Data Management

10-1. The Yeosu International WebFest shall provide the materials and videos of the work to the exhibitor upon request for the screening of the opening ceremony, awards, etc.

10-2. The Yeosu International Webfest is responsible for the storage of the materials and screening copies of the works, and in the event of damage or loss of the screening copies, the Yeosu International Webfest shall compensate the producer or distributor only for the production cost of one screening copy.

11. Post-Webfest Screenings

The screened works, including the winning works, may be re-screened at screenings organized or sponsored by Yeosu International Webfest with the consent of the copyright holder.

12. Copyright

Copyrights such as music or videos used in the entries must be resolved by the entrants themselves. If the entry is found to be plagiarized, imitated, copyright infringement, or in violation of election laws even after the award, the award will be canceled and the prize money will be returned.

13. Force Majeure

In the event of natural disasters and social crises, changes may be made, and related matters may be discussed with the entrants.

14. Effect of Contract

The above regulations shall be deemed to be agreed upon and effective upon submission of the application form. Yeosu International Webfest reserves the right to decide on matters not covered in the above regulations.

*Contact

Yeosu International Webfest Operations Office

04784 14, Seongsui-ro 10-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea

59686 94, Heungguk-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do, Republic of Korea

Tel. +82 2-555-7709, +82 61-723-0000

Email. yeosuwebfest@gmail.com

http://yeosuwebfest.com/

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WEBFEST

Awards & Prizes

Partial funding for airfare and room and board for award nominees!

Total Prize: 20 million (KRW)

– Web Content

Grand Prize

Top Prize *2

Runner-up *3

Best Actor

Best Actress

Best Supporting Actor

Best Supporting Actress

Best Directing

Best Cinematography

Best Editing

Best Production Design

Best Music

Best Sound Design

Best Unscripted Show

Best Unscripted Show Planning

Best Unscripted Show Entertainer

– Short Form

Grand Prize

Top Prize *3

Runner-up *5

Short-From Special *2

– Music Video

Grand Prize

Top Prize *2

Runner-up *3

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WEBFEST

Program

PROGRAM Program

Opening Ceremony
The Opening Ceremony marks the spectacular start of Yeosu International Webfest! Experience the infinite possibilities of web content with creators from around the world against the backdrop of Yeosu’s beautiful night sea. We will welcome you with a variety of programs, including opening performances and congratulatory remarks from special guests.

Awards Ceremony
On a night of creativity and innovation, the Yeosu International Webfest Awards Ceremony will honor the best works in each category. We invite you to join us as the hard work and passion of web content creators from around the world is rewarded.

Side events
Explore the present and future of web content! We offer a variety of programs, including trend analysis, creative workshops, networking parties, and more, giving you the opportunity to interact with creators and get inspired. Let’s shape the future of the web content industry together.

Screenings
During Yeosu International Webfest, a large number of selected web contents, short forms, and music videos will be screened. A chance to see unique and innovative works from around the world!

Fam Tour
A program to discover the hidden charms of Yeosu. It provides an opportunity to experience and be inspired by the beautiful nature, culture, and history of Yeosu. It will provide participants with unforgettable