“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛是什么?
“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛是配合新加坡建国50周年庆典（SG50）与新加坡宗乡会馆联合总会成立30周年，“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛旨在借助年轻人熟悉的电子媒介，来加深国人对新加坡的认识。大赛由新加坡宗乡会馆、新加坡华族文化中心和联合早报网联合主办。
为什么我要参与?
这是新加坡首次举办的国际微电影大赛，您能透过拍摄微电影更了解新加坡的历史、文化和习俗，并以这特别的方式，一起欢庆新加坡50岁生日、迎接建国另一里程碑的到来。切勿错过这历史性的一刻!
谁可以参赛?
比赛开放给所有国籍的参赛者，参赛者的年龄需至少13岁或以上。
为什么我要在网上报名?
报名后，您能收到有关“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛的最新动态和信息，也会受邀参加主办单位在新加坡举办的微电影分享会和免费训练工作坊。只需要填妥右上方的表格并按呈交即可。
请问有收报名费吗?
没有。
请问主办单位会主办哪些工作坊和分享会?
主办单位将举办微电影分享会、多场免费训练工作坊，按此浏览了解更多详情。
大赛分成几个组别?
大赛分成三个组别：
参赛者可选择最适合他们的参赛组别。适合参赛者的组别有可能重叠，因此由参赛者决定该报名哪个组别。若参赛作品类别不清楚，主办单位有权利移动参赛者的作品至适合的组别。
大赛接受什么类型的影片?
“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛接受的影片类型不限，包括故事片、纪录片、动画等。
什么时候开放提交作品?
呈交作品的时间为2014年6月到11月30日。
各组别的奖项有哪些?
请按此浏览各奖项奖品。
我可以同时报名超过一个参赛组别吗?
提交多少作品数量不限，参赛者可同时报名多个组别，但每份作品只能获得一份奖项。同样的，大赛委员会只会颁发一份奖项给一位参赛者或参赛团队。
"报名"和"提交作品"有什么差别?
您在"报名"后便可定期收到大赛的最新动态和信息，也会受邀参加主办单位在新加坡举办的微电影分享会和免费训练工作坊。待您的作品完成后，即可"提交作品"参加“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛。
我该如何提交作品?
请在填写参赛表格时一同提交您的参赛作品。
我能亲自送交参赛作品吗?
不可以，所有作品需要上网到“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛网站提交。
请问主办单位接收什么作品格式?
我们接受的作品格式为mp4 / .mov / .avi / .wmv, codec: Prores, DV PAL, H264。微电影规格需为16:9——1280x 720 或 640 X 360。请注意，作品长度必须介于30秒至10分钟之间，作品大小不可超过30MB。
参赛影片的长度是否有限制?
影片电影的长度必须介于30秒至10分钟之间，作品的大小也不超过30MB。
在提交参赛作品时，我需要在作品中加入“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛的活动标志吗?
所有完成的参赛作品都需要在短片片尾加入“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛活动的标志。【请按此下载】
如果我曾经发布、曾播映过我的微电影，或者曾以此作品来参加其它比赛，是否还能提交给“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛?
不可以，所有的参赛作品应该是原创，并从未发表过的，包括不曾发布、不曾播映、不曾以此作品参加过其他的比赛。
我可以在微电影中的制作使用他人所拍摄的片段吗?
不可以，所有的参赛作品应该是原创，并从未发表过的。
如何确定主办单位有收到我的参赛报名?
作品呈交成功后，您会收到确认电邮。请注意，只有获选的作品才会上载到“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛的官方网站。
可以如何更改我的报名资料?
您可以电邮 microfilmsg@gmail.com 来更改或更新您的资料。另外，在评审尚未还评分前，您仍可以更改自己的参赛组别。
我应该把谁列为主要联络人?
对方必需能轻易透过电话或电邮取得联系，都能被列为主要联络人。
评审是谁?
“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛的评审由来自电影业的不同专业人士担任，请按此浏览评审介绍。
评审标准是什么?
按此浏览评审标准。
请问我在报名后可以退出“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛吗?
作品呈交后，是不允许退赛。
成绩什么时候公布?
“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛的成绩将在2015年5月公布。
主办单位将如何通知得奖者?
得奖名单将公布在大赛的官方网站。参赛者将受邀参加2015年5月16日举行的颁奖典礼。
我居住在国外，如果得奖了，“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛的主办单位会支付我来新的机票，住宿和其他开销吗?
一切开销如飞机票、住宿、旅费等完全由得奖人承担。
谁将拥有我的作品权?
提交给“我的新加坡故事”微电影大赛的参赛作品，将由主办单位新加坡宗乡会馆、新加坡华族文化中心和联合早报网所拥有。参赛者在报名时，就已经同意并允许主办单位能使用他们的作品、名字、肖像等。
其他问题。
如果您有其他问题，欢迎您电邮 microfilmsg@gmail.com询问。
What is "My Singapore Story" Micro Film Competition?
"My Singapore Story" Micro Film Competition (hereinafter referred to as "the competition") seeks to encourage all participants to explore and share their stories about Singapore. This competition is also to celebrate Singapore’s 50th year of independence and the 30th anniversary of Singapore Federation of Chinese Clan Associations.
This Competition is co-organised by Singapore Federation of Chinese Clan Associations, Singapore Chinese Culture Centre and Zaobao.com.
Why should I get involved?
Be part of the history, “My Singapore Story” Micro Film Competition is the first international micro film competition organised by SFCCA, SCCC and SPH.
Who can participate?
The competition is open to all nationalities aged 13 and above on the date of entry.
Why should I register?
By registering you will receive latest updates on competition and invited to attend sharing session and free workshops. Register by filling up the information on your top right column and click submit button.
Is there any entry fee?
No.
Is there any public workshop or seminar?
Yes, we had organised various entry level workshops. Click here for to find out more about workshops.
What are the competition categories?
The competition has three categories:
There can be overlap in some of the categories and it is up to the entrant to choose which is the most appropriate. The competition’s committees reserves the right to move entries to other categories if it is clearly appropriate to do so.
What are the categories of film accepted?
"My Singapore Story" Micro Film Competition accepts all film genres including story film, documentary film, animation etc.
When is the submission period?
Submission date is from 23 June to 30 November 2014.
What are the categories of awards?
Please click here to view the awards and prizes.
Can I enter more than one category?
Yes, There is no restriction on the number of submission. Entrants may enter multiple categories. But only one prize is awarded for each entry and to each individual or team.
What is the difference between "registration" and a "submission"?
By registering you will receive the latest competition updates and you shall be invited to attend sharing sessions and free workshops. Micro film "submission" is the only way to be considered for entry into the competition.
How do I submit my micro film for the competition?
Fill up the submission form with all valid particulars together with your micro film.
Can I hand deliver my submission?
No. All submission must be done online.
What is the acceptable film formats?
Acceptable film formats are .mp4 / .mov / .avi / .wmv. File dimension must be 16:9 widescreen format - 1280x 720 or 640 X 360.
**Please note that all entries should be between 30 seconds to ten (10) minute, and should not exceed 30MB.
Is there any minimum and maximum running time?
Minimum running time is 30 seconds and shall not be exceeding 10 minutes. Please note the size of micro film should not exceed 30 MB.
Do I need to insert "My Singapore Story" Micro Film logo into my submission?
All entry must insert "My Singapore Story" Micro Film logo at the end of clip [Click here to download]
Can I still submit if my microfilm has distributed, had aired and had entered another competition?
No. Only micro film that has not been distributed, aired or entered in another competition may enter "My Singapore Story" Micro Film Competition.
Can I use third-party footage in my video?
The entry should be original and not previously published.
How can I be sure my entry is received?
You will receive an email after your entry is successful. Please note that ONLY selected videos will be uploaded to official website.
How can I change information on my entry?
You may change or update your information by emailing us at microfilmsg@gmail.com. You may also change your competition category so long as your entry has not been review by judges.
Who should I put down as primary contact?
Whoever is going to be the sole contact and is easily reach by phone and email.
Who are the jury members?
Our jury members are comprised of a wide spectrum of professional in the film industry. Click here to view their profile
What are the judging criteria?
Click here to view the judging criteria.
Can I withdraw my entry?
Withdraw from competition is not allowed.
When will the result be announced?
May, 2015.
How are winner notified?
Winners will be published on official website. Participants will be invited to award ceremony on 16 May, 2015.
If I win an award and lives overseas, will "My Singapore Story" Micro Film Competition Organizing Committee pay for my airfare, accommodation and other expenses?
Winners are responsible for their own expenses, logistics for travel, accommodation and other costs.
Who has the rights to my work?
Submission of entry automatically transfers all rights to "My Singapore Story" Micro Film Competition organizing committee, SFCCA, SCCC and Zaobao.com. By submitting entry to the competition, each entry expressly grants permission to use their name, likeness, hometown, etc.
Other questions.
If you have further questions, you may email us at microfilmsg@gmail.com.
