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Vertical Storytelling

The Vertical Storytelling category highlights the art of crafting engaging, visually striking content specifically designed for vertical viewing experiences. This category celebrates projects tailored for mobile-first platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts, where vertical orientation is a creative constraint turned into an opportunity. Open to projects 5 minutes or less, this category invites creators to explore unique storytelling techniques and dynamic visuals that thrive in the vertical format.

What can be submitted?

  • Short vertical films designed to captivate mobile audiences.

  • Platform-ready content tailored for TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts.

  • Experimental storytelling that uses the vertical frame innovatively.

  • Narratives, documentaries, or visual pieces optimized for vertical orientation.

  • Reels or short-form content leveraging motion, color, and pacing to engage viewers.

Examples of Projects:

  • A dramatic short film using the vertical format to focus on intimate character moments.

  • An experimental piece leveraging split-screen techniques in a vertical frame.

  • A visually dynamic reel showcasing fast-paced editing and bold visuals.

  • A comedic short designed to grab attention within seconds on a mobile platform.

  • A creative vertical documentary capturing personal stories or cultural moments.

Vertical Storytelling Submission

Vertical Storytelling Submissions
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