Rules & Conditions 2026

Requirements

Guidelines and evaluation criteria for project submissions to IUNAV Awards 2026.

I

Technical Specifications

Duration

Between 3 and 15 minutes (including credits and logos).

Resolution

Minimum 1920×1080p (Full HD) in landscape format.

File format

.MP4 or .MOV.

Audio

Leveled mix (maximum −5 dB). Dialogue must be clear and not drowned out by music.

Cinematography

Recording at 23.97 FPS is recommended for a professional cinematic aesthetic.

Visual Cleanliness

Videos with watermarks from editing software or AI generator logos will not be accepted.

II

Content & Narrative

Originality: Only original visual material is allowed (stock footage is prohibited).

Copyright: Music must be original or royalty-free.

AI Usage: Artificial Intelligence may be used for poster design or concept art, but not to generate the script, video, or voices.

Purpose: Stories that present hope, faith, and resilience, inspiring the audience through universal values, under a Christocentric approach.

III

Required Documentation

1

Technical Sheet: Title, institution of origin, and list of roles (Director, Producer, Cast).

2

Literary Script: Correctly formatted with numbered scenes.

3

Promotional Material: A digital Poster (tabloid size) and a Teaser of up to 30 seconds for social media.

IV

Schedule & Logistics

Launch

Sunday, May 31, 2026 — Press conference and special training session.

Festival Dates

October 30 to November 1, 2026.

Venue

IUNAV Facilities.

Note: In-person attendance of one (1) representative per institution is allowed (confirm in April). The event will also be live-streamed on IUNAV's YouTube channel.

V

Accommodation Info (Optional)

🏨

Lodging

$10

per night · Student residences

🍳

Breakfast

$3.5

per person

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Lunch

$5.5

per person

🌙

Dinner

$3.5

per person

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