Joint Call for Submissions: 2nd HKUSTAIFF x TapNow
New Boundaries, New Life
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Introduction
Since the explosion of AI video technology, we have found ourselves at an unprecedented creative singularity. Following the success of the inaugural event, the 2nd HKUST AI Film Festival (HKUST AIFF2) makes its highly anticipated return.
Hosted by the Division of Arts and Machine Creativity (AMC) at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, this edition features TapNow as an official strategic partner. Together, we are dedicated to exploring the future of cinematic storytelling through the lens of human-machine interactive art.
๐ Submission Links
- Official Entry Form: Click here to submit
- Publish Your Work: Please complete the form above and register for the "2nd HKUSTAIFF x TapNow Joint Call for Entries" on TapTV.
- Share Your Process: As TapNow is a professional canvas-based AI creation platform, we encourage you to share your production workflow and canvas logic in detail when posting your work.
- Selection Notification: The final shortlist and selected works will be announced through the official HKUSTAIFF channels.
๐ฅ Categories & Requirements
- Main AI Film Competition: Duration: 3+ minutes. Description: Exploring the infinite possibilities of AI in cinematic narrative.
- AI Vertical Video: Duration: 1+ minute. Description: Exploring AI aesthetics in the short-video era (max 10 mins).
- AI Music Unit: Duration: 1 - 5 minutes. Description: Focusing on independent expressions of AIGC music and sound art.
- Student Unit: Duration: 1+ minute. Description: Exclusive track for students to spark the collision of tech and art.
๐พ Submission Format
- Initial Submission: MP4 or MOV format, 1080p resolution, H.264 encoding, with embedded subtitles.
- Shortlist Requirements: Shortlisted candidates must provide a Workflow PDF (including Prompts, manual editing logs, etc.) and Project Files/Stems within 7 days for verification.
Prizes & Awards
๐ Awards & Prizes
1. TapTV Exclusive Special Award: TapNow Best Canvas Practice Award
This award is jointly evaluated by the HKUST AIFF jury and TapNow experts. Presented alongside the main competition categories, it aims to recognize outstanding creators who demonstrate a deep mastery of the "Canvas Workflow."
- Prizes: 5,000 HKD + 50,000 Tapies
- Eligibility: This is a TapTV community-exclusive award; only works submitted via the TapTV platform are eligible.
- Criteria (50% Quality + 50% Canvas Application):
- Work Quality (50%): Depth of narrative, visual texture, and alignment with the theme of "Breaking Boundaries."
- Canvas Mastery: Innovation in using the TapNow canvas for complex scene construction and visual fluidity that transcends traditional editing logic.
- Creation Chain Transparency: The "Full Production Workflow" shared on TapTV must include Prompt evolution and human-machine collaboration logic to inspire the community.
2. Main Competition Overview
- Main Prize Pool: 30,000 HKD + 200,000 Tapies
- Best Film / Best AI Debut / Best Technical Innovation
- Best Human-AI Collaboration / Best Realism Exploration / Best Auteur Expression
- Best Local Cultural Expression / Best Intercultural Dialogue / Audience Choice Award
3. Other Category Top Awards
- Student Unit: Best Student Film
- AI Vertical Unit: Best Vertical Film
- AI Music Unit: Best AI Music Production, Best Original Score
| Award Category | Prize Breakdown | Judging Criteria |
|---|---|---|
TapNow Best Canvas Practice Award | 5000 ยท 50000 ยท TapNow Exclusive Prize | 50% Quality + 50% Canvas Application |
Nominee | 0 ยท 0 |
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NowWinners announced
Introduction
Since the explosion of AI video technology, we have found ourselves at an unprecedented creative singularity. Following the success of the inaugural event, the 2nd HKUST AI Film Festival (HKUST AIFF2) makes its highly anticipated return.
Hosted by the Division of Arts and Machine Creativity (AMC) at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, this edition features TapNow as an official strategic partner. Together, we are dedicated to exploring the future of cinematic storytelling through the lens of human-machine interactive art.
๐ Submission Links
- Official Entry Form: Click here to submit
- Publish Your Work: Please complete the form above and register for the "2nd HKUSTAIFF x TapNow Joint Call for Entries" on TapTV.
- Share Your Process: As TapNow is a professional canvas-based AI creation platform, we encourage you to share your production workflow and canvas logic in detail when posting your work.
- Selection Notification: The final shortlist and selected works will be announced through the official HKUSTAIFF channels.
๐ฅ Categories & Requirements
- Main AI Film Competition: Duration: 3+ minutes. Description: Exploring the infinite possibilities of AI in cinematic narrative.
- AI Vertical Video: Duration: 1+ minute. Description: Exploring AI aesthetics in the short-video era (max 10 mins).
- AI Music Unit: Duration: 1 - 5 minutes. Description: Focusing on independent expressions of AIGC music and sound art.
- Student Unit: Duration: 1+ minute. Description: Exclusive track for students to spark the collision of tech and art.
๐พ Submission Format
- Initial Submission: MP4 or MOV format, 1080p resolution, H.264 encoding, with embedded subtitles.
- Shortlist Requirements: Shortlisted candidates must provide a Workflow PDF (including Prompts, manual editing logs, etc.) and Project Files/Stems within 7 days for verification.
Prizes & Awards
๐ Awards & Prizes
1. TapTV Exclusive Special Award: TapNow Best Canvas Practice Award
This award is jointly evaluated by the HKUST AIFF jury and TapNow experts. Presented alongside the main competition categories, it aims to recognize outstanding creators who demonstrate a deep mastery of the "Canvas Workflow."
- Prizes: 5,000 HKD + 50,000 Tapies
- Eligibility: This is a TapTV community-exclusive award; only works submitted via the TapTV platform are eligible.
- Criteria (50% Quality + 50% Canvas Application):
- Work Quality (50%): Depth of narrative, visual texture, and alignment with the theme of "Breaking Boundaries."
- Canvas Mastery: Innovation in using the TapNow canvas for complex scene construction and visual fluidity that transcends traditional editing logic.
- Creation Chain Transparency: The "Full Production Workflow" shared on TapTV must include Prompt evolution and human-machine collaboration logic to inspire the community.
2. Main Competition Overview
- Main Prize Pool: 30,000 HKD + 200,000 Tapies
- Best Film / Best AI Debut / Best Technical Innovation
- Best Human-AI Collaboration / Best Realism Exploration / Best Auteur Expression
- Best Local Cultural Expression / Best Intercultural Dialogue / Audience Choice Award
3. Other Category Top Awards
- Student Unit: Best Student Film
- AI Vertical Unit: Best Vertical Film
- AI Music Unit: Best AI Music Production, Best Original Score