Sony Tech in Motion Film Contest

Schools Encouraged to Register by October 15 to Qualify for Free Software and Multimedia Curriculum Tools; Prizes Total $400,000 in Video Software and Hardware

WHO:    Sony Creative Software, a leading provider of professional video and audio editing software applications.

WHAT:    Technology in Motion 2: Community of the Future is a complete educational program designed for teachers to use in multimedia courses as a structured curriculum to engage middle and high school students (grades 6-12) in the tools and techniques of professional video and audio production.

Under the Community of the Future theme, students can share their vision of how technology will shape their neighborhoods in the years to come and are encouraged to interact with their local city council, mayor, city employees, community centers, or other groups to create their film. Contestants are required to use the provided Vegas Pro 8 software to produce their videos, but all other creative details are up to the students' own creativity.

Every school that submits a qualifying Call for Entries form by October 15, 2008, will receive film submission guidelines and a Technology in Motion launch kit. The kit will be mailed on December 1, 2008 and will include a free copy of Sony Vegas Pro 8 Promotional Edition video editing software, a free copy of Sony Cinescore Promotional Edition soundtrack creation software, free Sony Vegas Pro and Sony Cinescore video tutorials, 1,001 royalty-free, motion picture sound effects, an assortment of Cinescore themes for royalty-free soundtrack creation and a free electronic copy of the Vegas Pro 8 Digital Video & Audio Production teaching guide.

WHEN:    Schools must submit their Call for Entries forms by October 15, 2008. All completed film or films must be uploaded between January 1, 2009 and April 1, 2009 to be eligible for judging.

WHERE:   For complete contest rules and instructions on how to enter, please visit the contest Web site: www.techinmotioncontest.com.

About Sony Creative Software
Sony Creative Software inspires artistic expression with its award-winning line of products for digital video, music, DVD, and audio production. As a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America, the company also develops applications that enhance the experience for users of Sony hardware devices. Sony Creative Software customers span the globe and include seasoned professionals in the film, television, video game, and recording industries, as well as students, educators, hobbyists, and enthusiasts. For more information, visit www.sonycreativesoftware.com.

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