Dates for Stories In Motion 2025 young filmmakers awards announced

CVP and Canon UK & Ireland are partnering for the third consecutive year for the 2025 edition of their Stories in Motion competition.

One for our UK readers. Following their success over the past two years, the CVP and Canon Stories in Motion Awards continue to inspire creativity among young content creators, filmmakers and cinematographers aged 18 - 25. The competition is accepting entries from 02 December 2024 to 31 March 2025, offering participants the chance to win a range of decent prizes, including a Canon EOS C80, high-value vouchers to spend at CVP, and the unique opportunity to spend the day shadowing a judge of their choice.

The 2025 competition introduces a new category, Commercial - addressing an increasingly popular medium for young filmmakers alongside Documentary, Music Video and Fictional Short. The competition invites all individuals aged 18 - 25 with a passion for storytelling and cinematography to participate. Entrants can submit up to four films, each corresponding to one of the four categories, and their work will be judged by a distinguished panel of seasoned filmmakers.

The year’s panel includes:

• Elisa Iannacone – Canon Ambassador, Cinematographer, and Photographer
• Tania Freimuth – Canon Ambassador, Cinematographer, and Filmmaker
• Ollie Kenchington – Award-winning Filmmaker, Editor, and Colourist
• Jake Ratcliffe – CVP’s Technical Marketing Manager

The judges will pick three entries to be shortlisted per category, with one winner for each category and one final overall grand prize winner, all based on originality, creativity, cinematography and post production. Each shortlisted entry will receive a £200 voucher to spend at CVP, and the overall category winners will win an additional £500 voucher with CVP. The grand prize winner will receive in addition, a Canon EOS C80 and RF 24-70mm F2.8L Lens, as well as a Tilta Pro Filmmaker Kit worth over £1,500 and a one day experience on set with a judge of their choice.

All shortlisted entrants will be invited to a special Open House event at CVP Fitzrovia on the day of the awards ceremony. The event will be followed by a screening of their films during the exclusive awards ceremony held at a prestigious venue in London on Thursday 24 April 2025, once again hosted by British television presenter Alex Zane.

Dawn Bochenski, Marketing Director at CVP said:. "We are proud to partner with Canon for a third year to deliver Stories in Motion. Each year, we are increasingly impressed by the incredible narratives and creative vision showcased. These awards are a testament to our commitment to nurturing emerging talent and supporting the next generation of content creators and filmmakers providing a platform for aspiring storytellers to showcase their work.”

Bochenski added: “CVP aims to inspire creativity and innovation across the industry by providing access to test kit, free to attend workshops and masterclasses and technical guidance, and we are pleased to play a pivotal role in fostering the growth of these talented individuals and celebrating their achievements.”

Neale Conroy, Marketing Director at Canon UK and Ireland, said: “Canon is immensely proud to support this year’s Stories in Motion competition in partnership with CVP.  Now in its third year, this competition underscores both companies’ wider commitment to developing and highlighting the next generation of storytellers.”

“Along with some fantastic prizes, including Canon kit, the opportunity to spend a day with a seasoned judge, gaining insights and practical advice will undoubtedly help shape future careers.”

“We eagerly await the diverse and innovative entries this year, which I’m sure will continue to inspire and elevate the art of visual storytelling.”

For more information on rules and technical requirements, please visit: https://www.canon.co.uk/get-involved/competition/stories-in-motion/

tl;dr

• The CVP and Canon Stories in Motion competition invites young content creators (ages 18-25) to submit films in four categories: Documentary, Music Video, Fictional Short, and a new category, Commercial, from December 2, 2024, to March 31, 2025
• Entrants have a chance to win various prizes, including a Canon EOS C80, CVP vouchers, and the chance to shadow a judge. Shortlisted entrants receive a £200 voucher, while category winners get an additional £500 voucher.
• This year's judges include industry professionals: Elisa Iannacone, Tania Freimuth, Ollie Kenchington, and Jake Ratcliffe. They will shortlist three entries per category, selecting one winner and one overall grand prize winner.
• The awards culminate in a special event on April 24, 2025, hosted by Alex Zane, featuring a screening of the shortlisted films at a prestigious venue in London.