submissions due BY MARCH 15, 2025 11:59PM

Rules and Registration below.

WHAT IS THIS CHALLENGE ABOUT?

Unleash your creativity and let Onslow County, NC be your canvas! We’re hosting a contest to capture the essence of this vibrant region through your lens. Whether you’re a seasoned filmmaker or an up-and-coming video creator, we challenge you to showcase why Onslow County is the ultimate stage for artistic expression. Craft a 60-second video that reflects your unique perspective—be it through the scenic landscapes, the dynamic community, or the rich cultural tapestry. Win the chance to not only gain recognition among peers but also to inspire others about why this area is the perfect place to film, photograph, create, live, work, and play. Join us, share your vision, and let’s highlight what makes Onslow County truly special!

In Partnership with

1ST PLACE – $1000

2ND PLACE – $700

3RD PLACE – $300

COLLABORATIVE MARKETING WITH TENCROW STUDIOS, ONSLOW COUNTY TOURISM, AND VISIT JACKSONVILLE NC

ALL ENTRIES WILL RECEIVE A 10% DISCOUNT* OFF OF THEIR NEXT RESERVATION AT TENCROW STUDIOS

*Not combinable with other specials or offers.

  1. one video reel, 60 seconds or less – optimized for social media – .mp4 or .mov file format
  2. no cussing, even in the lyrics of the music that you use.  gotta keep it family friendly.
  3. any identifiable people, must sign a release form which must be submitted with your video – (download .pdf version below)
  4. music must be able to be used on instagram and facebook
  5. no watermarks or logos baked in to the submitted video

Register Below

After successful registration you will recieve a link via email where you can submit your video and release forms.

WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED AT THE NEXT FILMMAKER MEETUP MARCH 22, 2025 2-4PM AT TENCROW STUDIOS!

Contest Disclaimer:  This contest is hosted by TENCROW Studios and is sponsored in part by Visit Jacksonville NC and Onslow County Tourism. It is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram, Facebook, or any other social media platform. By entering, participants agree to abide by the official rules and decisions of TENCROW Studios and the designated judges, which are final and binding.

No purchase is necessary to enter or win.  Entries that are incomplete, fraudulent, or violate any guidelines will be disqualified.

Visit Jacksonville NC and Onslow County Tourism will provide a judge to help determine the winners and will have access to all submissions for potential promotional use. By entering, participants grant TENCROW Studios, Visit Jacksonville NC, and Onslow County Tourism permission to use their submitted content for marketing and promotional purposes.

Winners will be notified via phone/text and must respond within 48hrs to claim their prize. If a winner does not respond in time, an alternate winner may be selected.

While Visit Jacksonville NC and Onslow County Tourism are sponsoring the prize money and participating in the judging process, they are not responsible for contest administration or prize fulfillment beyond the monetary sponsorship. TENCROW Studios reserves the right to modify, suspend, or cancel the contest at any time for any reason. Participants release TENCROW Studios, Visit Jacksonville NC, and Onslow County Tourism from any liability related to participation in the contest or acceptance of any prize.

***For any questions, please contact us at [email protected].***