So Now You Win Contest Official Rules

So Now You Win Cinematic Videography Contest Official Rules

1.     Introduction

The So Now You Win Cinematic Videography Contest (“Contest”) is open to videographers residing in the United States of America. The Contest invites participants to create cinematic and creative videos that highlight the powerful concepts behind each of the chairs in the Resistance Collection by Sunaofe. The winner will receive a cash prize of $5,000, and all selected participants will receive a chair from the collection, which they may keep.

2. Contest Period

  • Start Date: 02/22/2025
  • End Date: 03/31/2025
  • Judging Period: from 03/23/2025 to 03/30/2025

3. Eligibility

  • Age: Contest is open to individuals who are at least 18 years of age at the time of entry.
  • Residency: Open to legal residents of the United States.
  • Skills: Participants must have previous experience in videography and must provide links to their previous work and social media accounts as part of their application.

4. How to Enter

  • Step 1: Visit the contest page and complete the online application form.
  • Step 2: Submit links to your previous videography work and provide links to your social media accounts (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.).
  • Step 3: If selected for the next round, you will be contacted by Sunaofe to receive a chair of your choice from the Resistance Collection.
  • Step 4: Create and submit a cinematic video featuring the chair you chose, emphasizing the unique concept of the chair (e.g., "Red = Passion," "Blue = Peace," etc.).
  • Step 5: Submit your video to Contest@sunaofe.com using google drive link. Send your final video before 03/23/2025 00:00PST.

5. Contest Themes and Requirements

  • The videos must creatively highlight the concept of the chair chosen and should incorporate the following concepts:
    • Red = Passion
    • Blue = Peace
    • Green = Initiative
    • Yellow = Consistency
    • Grey = Discipline
    • Orange = Perseverance
    • Black = Vision
  • The video should be cinematic, visually striking, and ideally include a powerful story or message that resonates with Gen Z's values and the theme of resistance.
  • Format: 9:16 or 16:9.
  • Length: 60-90 seconds.
  • File format: MOV or MP4.
  • Resolution: 4K or Full HD.

6. Prize

  • Grand Prize: One (1) winner will receive a cash prize of $5,000.
  • Chair: All selected participants will receive a chair of their choice from the Resistance Collection and may keep the chair.
  • Payment Method: The $5,000 prize will be paid via PayPal or bank transfer.

7. Selection Process

  • Pre-Elimination Round:

Judges will review the application submissions and select the most promising videographers.

  • Final Round:

Chosen participants will receive their selected chair, which they will use to create their cinematic video. Final videos will be judged on creativity, adherence to the chair's concept, quality of execution, and alignment with the brand’s core values.

8. Judging Criteria

The judging panel will evaluate all video submissions based on the following criteria:

  • Creativity and originality
  • Alignment with the concept of the chair selected
  • Cinematic quality and production value
  • Message and storytelling

9. Contest Timeline

  • Pre-Elimination Submission Deadline: 03/04/2025
  • Announcement of Chosen Participants: 03/05/2025
  • Final Video Submission Deadline: 03/23/2025
  • Winner Announcement: 03/31/2025

10. Intellectual Property and Content Usage

  • Ownership: Participants retain ownership of their video content.
  • Usage Rights: By submitting their videos, participants grant Sunaofe a non-exclusive, worldwide license to use, share, and promote the video in connection with the Contest and future promotional activities across all digital and print media.
  • Credits: Participants will be credited when their videos are used for promotional purposes.

11. Privacy

  • Sunaofe will collect personal information from participants in accordance with applicable privacy laws. By entering the Contest, participants agree to the use of their personal data for the purpose of administering the Contest and promoting the Resistance Collection.
  • All personal information will be kept confidential and will not be shared with third parties except as required for the operation of the Contest.

12. General Terms

  • Right to Modify or Terminate the Contest: Sunaofe reserves the right to modify, extend, or terminate the Contest at any time for any reason.
  • Disqualification: Participants may be disqualified for failure to comply with these Official Rules or if they submit videos that are deemed inappropriate or offensive by Sunaofe.
  • No Purchase Necessary: No purchase is necessary to enter or win the Contest.

13. No Affiliation with Instagram or TikTok

  • This Contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram or TikTok. Participants acknowledge that Instagram and TikTok have no responsibility or involvement in the administration of this Contest.

14. Liability and Disclaimer

  • Limitation of Liability: By participating in the Contest, participants agree to release and hold harmless Sunaofe, its affiliates, and agents from any liability, injury, or damage resulting from participation in the Contest or the acceptance of any prize.
  • Taxes: The winner is responsible for any taxes or fees associated with the receipt of their prize.

15. Governing Law

  • This Contest is governed by the laws of the United States and is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

16. Contact

For questions or additional information, please contact Sunaofe at contest@sunaofe.com.