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Multimedia Video

Media

At a glance

  • 1 student per entry
  • Up to 4 entries per school
  • Time limit: 8 minutes
  • Judged before convention
  • A student can't be in two entries of the same event.

Bring on registration day

  • Signed media affidavit (the file is submitted online before convention)

Multimedia Presentation

Requirements

  • Multimedia Presentations consist of a video presentation of the assigned topic.
  • They are to be in color only.
  • The program must be recorded in an MP4-type format, and the file must be clearly labeled first by entry number, then by title (no contestant name or school information) for ease of judging. The file must be able to open and play on any computer without additional software.
  • Contestants should refrain from using AI tools, programs, or templates to generate or modify their presentation. If these are suspected of being used, judges will reserve the right to disqualify the entry.
  • The maximum time limit for the video is eight minutes.
  • For judging criteria see MDF11 (shown on each event's page).
YearCategory
2025Christian School Promotion
2026Patriotic Presentation
2027Missions Presentation

Before Registration Day – Each school must submit their Radio Program entries digitally at least fourteen days prior to the beginning of PILOTS. Entries will be submitted through the PILOTS program; further information will be communicated via email.

Rules for all Media events

There is a great need in today’s world for quality media that seeks to honor the Lord. We believe that our young people should become involved with creating and producing practical and high-quality materials to assist with the ministries of their local church.

Judging form: Media/Early Entry Multimedia Presentation

What the judges score, and the points for each.

Judges' instructions

Please refer to the judge's guidelines from the PILOTS manual for category requirements. Contestants should refrain from using AI tools, programs, or templates to generate or modify their presentation. If these are suspected of being used, judges will reserve the right to disqualify the entry.

Areas of Evaluation 100 pts

  • 1. Purpose definite purpose of theme
    10 pts
  • 2. Content meets PILOTS Convention standards/theme
    10 pts
  • 3. Composition theme presented in organized manner; presented in such a way that the viewer can absorb images and information
    10 pts
  • 4. Balance use of audio, video, and effects to emphasize the subject matter
    15 pts
  • 5. Information organized, understandable, and fitted to the presentation
    15 pts
  • 6. Mastery of Tools shows a mastery of a variety of techniques and editing tools, including subtitles, transitions, audio and visual effects, layout, etc.
    15 pts
  • 7. Perspective originality of viewpoint
    5 pts
  • 8. Production perceived level of research and effort put into project
    10 pts
  • 9. Presentation overall appeal and interest to the audience
    10 pts
Total 100 pts