DocuJam is a unique international youth documentary showcase presented by Downtown Community Television Center in association with the Paley Center in New York. We seek outstanding documentaries produced by young people across the globe.

ABOUT DCTV YOUTH MEDIA

DCTV Youth Media teaches New York City teenagers and young adults (ages 13 - 24) how to use media to tell important personal stories and help ignite social change. Our programs are always free and we encourage diverse students from all five boroughs, regardless of experience or background, to join us. In addition to learning about filmmaking and creating original films, students receive mentorship, college counseling and opportunities for professional development in the media industry.

Student films have been broadcast on HBO and WNET, and students have won numerous awards for their films, including 4 local Emmy Awards, a Sundance Grand Jury Prize, Best Animation from the Tribeca Film Institute's Our City, My Story and an RFK Prize for Excellence in Journalism. In 2021, DCTV Youth Media premiered Covid Diaries NYC on HBO.

ABOUT THE PALEY CENTER

The Paley Center for Media is the leading, nonprofit 501(c)(3) cultural institution whose mission is to preserve our media history and explore media’s powerful shaping influence on our culture and society.

During the year, the Paley Center produces unmatched programs for the public and industry. On the public side, our programs, such as PaleyFest, celebrate the very best of television, digital content, and interactive entertainment. On the industry side, the Paley Center serves as a think tank, convening the most influential business leaders to explore and debate the most critical issues and opportunities within the industry while also fostering a sense of community amongst peers. Through our respected PaleyImpact series, we educate and explore how media impacts culture and shapes public discourse on important societal issues.

*Screening
DATE October 30th & 31st
TIME: 10:30 - 12:30 PM
LOCATION: The Fire House Cinema 87 Lafayette St New York, NY 10013

1. DocuJam is a non-competitive festival.
2. There is no entry fee requirement, all submissions are free.
3. Please limit submissions to 3 per individual or group.
4. Please review your film before submitting it. All screeners must be submitted digitally online. (Video and/or audio glitches may affect selection.)
5. Final selections will be contacted by email or phone.

*You must be 22 or under in order to submit your video to DocuJam.
*All entries must be non-fiction film that presents a viewpoint on a specific story or issue.

DOCU-JAM Video Format/Film Guidelines

Before you export your final video, be sure to do the following:

• If your film has another language besides English please include subtitles.
•Make sure all audio levels do not exceed -6db, and background music or ambient should not exceed -12db.
• Listen to your film on headphones and make sure all audio is panned to center where appropriate.
• Listen to your film on speakers and make sure the music does not drown out any voiceover or talking. Render all videos and titles.

VIDEO SETTINGS
1. Compression Type: H.264
2. Frame Rate: Current fps (should match your original footage)
3. Size: HD 1920x1080 (16:9)
4. Quality: High (80-90)

AUDIO SETTINGS
1. Format: Linear PCM or AAC
2. Channels: Stereo (L R)
3. Rate: 48.000 kHz

Overall Rating
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  • Nadège Herrygers

    Merci pour l'organisation et de mettre en avant le talent des enfants et des jeunes.
    Longue vie au festival!

    November 2024
  • Odessa Whitlock

    I felt so honored to show my film, they were lovely to work with

    November 2024
  • Mohammad ferajzadeh

    I would like to express my special thanks to the festival for including my short film in the shortlist.

    November 2024