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From:
Jennifer Cloer <jennifer@linuxfoundation.org>
Date: Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 10:42 AM
Subject: [Linux.com.users] Invitation to Participate in "We're Linux" Video Contest
To:
linux.com.users@linuxfoundation.org
We're inviting you to participate in this year's "We're Linux" video contest for a chance to win a trip to LinuxCon in Boston and loaded Linux laptop!
Just like Hollywood blockbusters, sometimes projects go over
schedule. We've been asked to extend the deadline so a few teams can get
their submissions done in time to be considered for this year's "We're
Linux" video contest. So if you need a little extra time as well, you're
in luck.
The "We're Linux" video submission deadline is being extended to
April 11, 2010 at midnight PT.
The best overall video, as
determined by our panel of judges and online community rankings, will
win the grand prize (LinuxCon, laptop). The Linux Foundation is also encouraging submissions in two
sub-categories to allow more people to be recognized for their
contributions.
Last year, we had a handful of company-produced
videos that were very good and received thousands of views. We're
looking for quality company submissions again this year and will choose
the best ones to promote in our announcement materials when the winners
are revealed.
We also want to invite some healthy competition from Linux users and
developers who are passionate about the best Linux distro. Everyone has
their favorite - whether that's Ubuntu, Debian, openSUSE, Fedora, Linux
Mint or another one. Show us what makes it the best in 60 seconds or
less and your distro will win the promotion it deserves.
Just like last year we want you to be in charge. While the Linux
Foundation could write a detailed creative brief and tell you exactly
what to do, it’s not our style (or hopefully yours). Linux isn't a
top-down, commercially controlled operating system. It's a grassroots
product of mass collaboration. But here are a few questions to think
about:
• Would your video get people talking the day after the Super Bowl?
•
Can your video inspire people to try Linux?
• Animation can work
wonders. It’s easier to get a point across with animation instead of
live actors. There are some great sites out there that help you create
animated videos.
• How do you convey the power and ideals of the operating system in
your video?
All videos will be featured on this website and on
our YouTube channel. More details and submission instructions:
http://video.linuxfoundation.org/categories/we-are-linux-super-bowl-ad-video-contest.
Best regards
Jennifer
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