
Use your creativity to help make your community safer.
Create a PSA that encourages others to report suspicious activity via text and you could win a prize!
Contest Categories:
- Video PSA (15-30 seconds): Showcase your filmmaking skills and bring your message to life.
- Poster or Digital Art: Design a visually compelling piece that grabs attention.
- Written PSA Script: Craft a powerful script for a potential video or radio PSA.
Submission Guidelines:
- Be original: All work must be your own. Use original or royalty-free music, images, and graphics.
- Stay on message: Focus on reporting suspicious activity via text.
- Keep it positive: Encourage action with a message of empowerment and inclusivity.
- Use the slogan: Include "If It's Sketch, Send a Text" in your PSA.
- Meet the requirements:
- Videos: 15-30 seconds in MP4 format
- Posters/Art: JPEG, PNG, or PDF format
- Scripts: PDF format
- Submit by [insert deadline date]: Submit your entry via [insert platform/email/online form] along with your name(s), age(s), and school(s).
- Name your files: Use the format "YourName_ContestCategory_Title" (e.g., SarahJones_VideoPSA_StaySafe).
Contest Prizes:
- Gold Tier (1st Place in each category):
- $500 Scholarship (per individual/team)
- PSA featured on social media and local news outlets
- Trophy and certificate of recognition
- Silver Tier (2nd Place in each category):
- $250 Scholarship (per individual/team)
- Social Media Feature
- Certificate of Achievement
- Bronze Tier (3rd Place in each category):
- $100 Gift Card (per individual/team)
- Certificate of Participation and honorable mention
- Participation Award (All submissions):
- Certificate of participation
- Entry into a raffle for a $50 gift card
Special Awards:
- Audience Choice Award: The PSA with the most social media shares/likes wins a $200 gift card!
- Most Innovative PSA: The most creative and original concept wins a $150 gift card and certificate.
Important Dates:
- Submission Deadline: [Insert Date]
- Winners Announced: [Insert Date]
- Awards Ceremony/Recognition Event: [Insert Date]