Events

2010 The James and Me, Streaming the James Video Contest

Anything that goes onto the ground eventually ends up in the James River, whether it’s litter, motor oil or fertilizer on your lawn! How would you inspire someone to keep the river clean and healthy for the future? Create a 25-second Public Service Announcement (PSA) to protect the river. The 2010 theme is “Don’t Trash the River!” You could win $1,000.

The James River has nurtured Virginia for over 400 years, and now it needs nurturing itself. Called “America’s Founding River” for the important role it played in the early years of our nation, the James River continues to touch the lives of millions of Virginians. From its headwaters in the Appalachians into the Chesapeake Bay, the 340-mile James River sustains a vibrant and diverse ecosystem. Today, the health of the river is threatened by pollution and runoff. We need everyone who cares about the James River to get involved in making sure it can continue to nurture Virginia for centuries to come.

The James and ME Video Contest is open to high school and college students and professionals throughout the James River basin. We will accept entries from March 15 – June 7, 2010.

Winners will be featured at JRA’s annual meeting and on FOX TV.

Congratulations to our 2009 Video Contest winners!

James and ME Video Contest school-age winners:
Tucker Huffman - Middle School Winner
John Nestler - High School Winner
Catherine Gellatly - College Winner

Professional Filmmaker winner:
Ramona Taylor

Congratulations to John Nestler the Viewer’s Choice Award Winner!

View the videos

 

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The JAMES and ME Video Contest is open to high school and college students as well as Professionals throughout the James River basin.

The James and Me Video Contest Flier (PDF, 1.80mb)

2010 Guidelines Coming Soon

WHAT IS IT?

The James River Association is holding a video contest and entrants are encouraged to submit a 25-second PSA on the theme: Don’t Trash the River!

WHO’S ELIGIBLE?

The contest is open to high school and college students (enrolled as of January 2010) as well as professional filmmakers.

WHEN IS IT?

JRA will accept entries March 15 – June 7, 2010.

WHAT IS THE PRIZE?

There will be one $1,000 first place winner in each group (high school, college and professional).

WHO ARE THE JUDGES?

The videos will be evaluated by a panel of judges who have an expertise in either film production or environmental issues.

WHAT ARE THE JUDGES LOOKING FOR?

The PSAs will be judged on originality, cinematic style, entertainment value and the emotional connection they make to the James River.

HOW WILL THE VIDEOS BE USED?

The winning PSAs will be shown at JRA’s annual meeting and on FOX TV and will be available for viewing on JRA’s website. Other uses may develop.

 

For more infomation or questions concerning The JAMES and ME Video Contest please contact Sherrie Tribble at stribble@jrava.org or (804) 788-8811 Ext. 202.