
**THIS IS NOT A FESTIVAL, THIS IS A MUSIC VIDEO COMPETITION BASED IN YORKSHIRE, UK. ENTRANTS, PAIRED UP WITH MUSICIANS, WILL CREATE A VIDEO DURING 2 WEEKS (15-29 APRIL)**
How often do you see music videos on social media? We’re guessing pretty much everyday. How often do you head to YouTube to get your music fix? We’re betting more than just every now and then.
Are you making music in need of attention-grabbing footage? Or are you a filmmaker with big ideas? Well, keep reading! There’s no denying the impact an inventive, creative and well-executed music video can have, so we’re really excited to be bringing 2Weeks2MakeIt back for its 8th year.
Applications are NOW OPEN for 2Weeks2MakeIt 2016! This exciting music video competition is based in the creative, cultural heart of Sheffield, but reaches out across Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Lancashire and further afield. Competitors will connect with other musicians from across the country as well as connect with filmmakers, all spanning various genres, styles and backgrounds. We will create teams of filmmakers and musicians from all of our applicants at a super-cool launch event and Industry Day on the 15th April in Sheffield.
Filmmakers:
As long as you’re open to ideas, flexible and up for a challenge, anyone with a bit of experience can apply! From students to professionals, its free to apply for everyone – successful applicants will simply need to join the SYFN for an annual fee of £30 (£20 for Students) at: https://www.syfn.org/membership/membershipform/ The SYFN is an industry hub for independent filmmakers and creatives to support and connect with one another. See more about our membership at www.syfn.org/membership
OVER £4,000 WORTH OF PRIZES NOW!
£500 for the Grand Prize Winning Team and £250 for the Audience Award Winner
- One week's hire of an Arri Amira Package from Pro Vision, including a Canon CN-7 Cine-Servo Lens, head and legs
- A distribution deal with Alya Records and mix a master 3-track Ep for them, plus market your release over six weeks! The winning filmmaker will also benefit as the video will feature in the marketing and PR drive!
- A secret gig through the amazing SoFar Sounds for the winning band! The winning act will have the opportunity to be part of the global secret show movement, Sofar Sounds in Sheffield with a stripped back or acoustic set. The musicians will join a specially selected line-up in a secret location with an invite only audience.
- £100 voucher for a meal at Silversmith's Restaurant
- A pair of tickets to see Billy Ocean at the o2 Academy, Sheffield!
- A day's recording at Old Pig Farm Studios! Spend a day writing, tracking, mixing or recording a bunch of live takes. Make a tune, record some drums or just mess around making some mad sounds. We’ll be there to make it all sound ace - and all on an old farm!!
- Toolmakers Recording Studio 1 Track Package: Includes 1 day recording plus full mixing and mastering service at the brand new sheffield based premium digital and analogue recording studio.
- Rehearsal Time with Practice Sheffield!
- Cases of beer from Peak Ales!
- Prizes from Plug Nightclub! Gig tickets and more!
- A 'Yorkshire Hamper' featuring wonderful local products from Henderson's Relish, Yorkshire Crisps, Yorkshire Tea, Peak Ales and more!
- Prizes from The Leadmill Nightclub! We're going to be arranging a gig and screening for the winners and key participants with them - stay tuned for more news soon!
- Movie tickets from the Odeon, Curzon and Showroom Cinemas!!
- Posters, T-shirts and more goodies!