Best Comedy
Best Comedy

Hero
Brett Sorem, New York, NY
Prize:
BeachTek DXA-2s Compact XLR Adapter

Can the protagonist stop the evil toilet paper bandit? Watch and find out!

Software: Apple Final Cut Pro
Camcorder: JVC GY-HD100U


Best Student Video
Best Student Video

Not Another Bollywood Movie
Chris Knific, Fort Myers, FL
Prize:
Canon HF10 Camcorder

A funny take on some of Mumbai's cinematic masterpieces.

Software: Apple Final Cut Pro
Camcorder: JVC GY-HD100U


Best Commercial/PSA
Best Commercial/PSA

Kryptonite Customworks
Christopher Annese, Westfield, NJ
Prize:
Pelican 1510 Carry-On Case with Padded Divider

A well-executed ad for a specialty Jeep restoration/modification shop in Paramus, NJ.

Software: Apple Final Cut Pro
Camcorder: Sony DCR-VX2100


Best Drama/Action
Best Drama/Action

Survive
Joshua Smith, Cloverdale, CA
Prize:
Video Guys Gift Certificate

A long-form ad for an energy drink is action-packed and visually remarkable.

Software: Apple Final Cut Pro
Camcorder: Panasonic AG-HVX200


Best Documentary
Best Documentary

Sinulog: Colors in Motion
Peter Mancao, Mandaue City, Cebu, Philippines
Prize:
Videssence Shooter Kit

A look at the annual Sinulog Festival in Cebu, Philippines.

Software: Adobe Premiere Pro
Camcorder: Sony HDR-HC1


Honorable Mention
Honorable Mention

Totem Poles
Cathy Prefrement, Sequim, WA
Prize:
Pinnacle Studio 12

Marvel in some of the most the beautiful and largest pieces of art ever created as seen in the Pacific Northwest.


Honorable Mention
Honorable Mention

Jeff Eben for Mayor
Robert Thissen, Chowchilla, CA
Prize:
Pinnacle Studio Plus 12

A funny campaign ad that probably helped Jeff Eben get a few votes in the recent mayor's race in nearby Fresno.

Software: Apple Final Cut Pro
Camcorder: Canon XL1


That's a Wrap

As the Videomaker Contest rides into the sunset, we give thanks to all of our contestants for making our job as judges so much fun over the years. We encourage you all to keep making great video.

Charles Fulton is Videomaker's Technical Editor.

See 'em Online!

Check out the winning videos on our website, a well as previous year winners.

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