Work I want to enter won’t be totally finished before the July 31st deadline. Can I enter before the deadline but not upload my video until after the deadline? I’d really love to participate this year.

We understand and if your entry fee is paid and the new director bio and contact information posted (or postmarked) by the entry deadline of July 31st midnight ET you can add video of work to a posted entry for up to a maximum of 7 days past the entry deadline (April 7th Midnight ET). […]

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I’ve been a Producer and Story Producer on reality-based programming for years. However, the projects I’ve done in the past 2-3 years have been wearing both hats – Producing and Directing. Would my prior work Producing disqualify me?

No. As long as you weren’t directing prior to 3 years ago you’re considered a new director.  Whether you’re a producer, actor, cinematographer, editor or TV network owner etc for 20 years doesn’t matter. The only thing that matters is you weren’t a professional “Director” farther back than 3 years from annual search year. Remember […]

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I want to enter work I’ve just completed, however, the web spot is embargoed for a few days after the entry deadline. Can I enter/pay before deadline but wait until the embargo lifted?

We suggest uploading an mp4 file instead of a sharing link (password or not) as initial reviews will start soon after entry deadline. This way SHOOT Editors would be able to see it inside our secure system if comes up for review before the your embargo date and you’re assured no one else could possibly […]

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How to add work to an existing NDS Directors Entry

To add work to an existing entry go to https://nds.shootonline.com/my-account/ (login required) and click view under the director listing: If you still have videos left, simply click on Add Video: And just select which Director the video belongs to, and fill in the necessary fields. WATCH VIDEO: Also of interest: Creating an NDS Entry

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How to post an SPW Video Release…

Here are step-by-step instructions on creating an SPW Video Publicity Release including a screen-cast on completing the SPW Video Upload Form. 1) Make sure you have everything ready to do upload. Requirements needed to post SPW Video Release: Proper permissions and clearances from collaborators and 3rd parties involved in the video’s production. Video Title You want […]

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I have never directed any type of advertising or entertainment professionally but I have been self funding and making my shorts since 2010. Does this disqualify me to enter ‘The New Directors Search’?

You’re not disqualified unless you you received payment(s) from any professional company/organization for any work you directed prior to 3 years back and/or received payments for showing any work you directed prior to 3 years back. In other words, receiving payment for your work prior to 3 years back disqualifies you. If you’re still not […]

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