Skillfest for Schools 2023 is here: Check out the submission guidelines and regulations

The Telegraph Online Edugraph is back with another edition of the popular 'Skills for the Future' contest. Announcing the Skillfest for Schools 2023 - which is now live and accepting submissions from school students across the country. Skillfest - an annual event by Edugraph - seeks to empower young minds and talents and give them a platform to express themselves in a medium of their choice. We, however, do solicit entries in one of the 5 categories:

• Digital Design
• Phone Photography
• Scientific Thinking
• Videography
• Entrepreneurship

The contest is open to students currently residing in India. There are exciting prizes to be won in each category - so read on for the submission guidelines and regulations.

 

 

Digital Design

(Theme: "Nature Reimagined: Envisioning 2050")

In digital design, we invite participants to unleash their creativity and imagination. This category focuses on envisioning nature as it will exist in the future. Participants are tasked with creating a digital poster that presents an original and transformative design idea centred around the theme of "Nature Reimagined: Envisioning 2050".

Participants are to use their creativity, technological understanding, and environmental awareness to envision a future where nature has adapted or transformed in response to various factors such as climate change, technological advancements, or sustainable practices.

Regulations:

1. Each participant can submit one(1) artwork only
2. Only original and unpublished artwork will be accepted
3. Entries can only be submitted via the provided ‘entry submission’ link
4. Participants whose submissions are shortlisted will be asked to submit an open/raw file of the artwork
5. Artwork created using AI-based apps/tools will not be accepted 
6. Submissions must comply with the following requirements:

•  A brief description of the submission
• The artwork file must be in a high-resolution pdf, jpeg, png or jpg format

To send in your submission, click here.

Phone Photography

(Theme: "Street Photography")

This category revolves around street photography's captivating art, emphasising storytelling's profound power. We are looking for entries from participants who can peer beyond the superficial and demonstrate their remarkable skills in capturing the vibrant tapestry of life that unfolds on the streets, presenting awe-inspiring and unconventional perspectives, through the lenses of their smartphones.

Regulations:

1. Each participant can submit one (1) or a series of photographs {max three(3)}
2. Only original and unpublished photographs will be accepted
3. Entries can only be submitted via the provided ‘entry submission’ link
4. Submissions must comply with the following requirements:

•  A brief description of the submission
• The artwork file must be in a high-resolution pdf, jpeg, png or jpg format

To send in your submission, click here.

Scientific Thinking

This is for STEM enthusiasts! This category is dedicated to the power of scientific thinking. We invite students to delve into the vast realm of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and discover the profound questions that lie within. Embrace your critical thinking skills and showcase your innovative ideas by presenting a captivating two (2) - three (3) minute video that demonstrates a working model, experiment, or thought-provoking presentation. Unleash your creativity and let your passion for STEM shine!

Regulations:

1. Each participant can submit either a Presentation in .pptx or .pdf format  OR  Only one vertically shot high-resolution video of the working model/experiment 
2. In case of video submission, the duration of the video to be a maximum of three (3) minutes
3. Only original ideas will be accepted
4. Entries can only be submitted via the provided ‘entry submission’ link
5. Submissions must comply with the following requirements:

•  A brief description of the submission
• The artwork file must be in a high-resolution pdf, jpeg, png or jpg format

To send in your submission, click here.

Videography 

(Style - Vox Pop)

Get ready to showcase your filmmaking skills and capture the community's pulse in the Vox Pop Video Making Contest! This exciting category invites participants to immerse themselves in the art of visual storytelling. The challenge is to create a compelling and engaging Vox Pop video that captures people's diverse opinions and perspectives on a specific topic or issue. Craft a narrative that reflects the collective voice of the community and presents a thought-provoking story. Unleash your creativity, editing prowess, and storytelling techniques to create a video that not only informs but also captivates and sparks meaningful conversations. 

Regulations:

1. Each participant can submit only one video
2. The duration of the video will be a maximum of three (3) mins
3. Only original content will be accepted
4. Entries can only be submitted via the provided ‘entry submission’ link
5. Submissions must comply with the following requirements:

•  A brief description of the submission
• The artwork file must be in a high-resolution pdf, jpeg, png or jpg format

To send in your submission, click here.

Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship encompasses more than a mere concept; it embodies the transformation of ideas into tangible realities. Participants will face the exhilarating challenge of bringing their entrepreneurial vision to life by crafting a comprehensive pitch deck that not only demonstrates the feasibility of their idea but also highlights its commercial potential. This deck should comprise a maximum of 10 slides, meticulously covering:

• The problem statement
• Market research
• Solution or plan of action
• Competitor analysis
• Marketing strategies

Seize this opportunity and let your entrepreneurial brilliance shine!

Regulations:

1. Each participant can submit only one presentation with a maximum of 10 slides
2. Only original ideas will be accepted
3. Entries can only be submitted via the provided ‘entry submission’ link
4. Submissions must comply with the following requirements:

•  A brief description of the submission
• The artwork file must be in a high-resolution pdf, jpeg, png or jpg format

To register for Edugraph Skillfest for Schools 2023 and send in your submission, click here.