Animation Apostles Monthly Contest: Official Rules and Guidelines

Welcome to the Animation Apostles Monthly Animation Contest. We created this global platform for animators, digital artists, and storytellers to produce inspiring, uplifting, and purpose-driven work.

Whether you focus on 2D frame-by-frame, 2D vectoring, 3D art, stop-motion, or mixed media, this is your space to sharpen your skills, share meaningful stories, and connect with a creative community while competing for monthly cash prizes.

Monthly Contest Schedule

The contest follows a straightforward monthly cycle split into five clear stages:

Theme and Scripture Release (Day 1): We post the official topic and inspiration scriptures across our channels.

Submissions Close (Late Month): You must turn in your final entry before midnight on the deadline date.

Shortlist Announcement: Our team selects and posts the top 3 entries.

Community Voting Window: Public online voting opens so the community can support their favorite shortlisted work.

Independent Judging and Winner Announcement: Final scores are calculated using a mix of public votes and judge evaluations. The winner is then officially announced.

Official Contest Rules

1. Theme and Scriptural Interpretation

Every month features a core topic paired with specific Bible verses.

Creative Reference: You do not need to make a literal, word-for-word adaptation of the passage. Use the provided scriptures as a spiritual foundation or creative launching pad for your animation.

Grading Focus: Entries are scored on creative storytelling, artistic vision, and technical execution.

2. Human Artistry and AI Policy

No AI-Generated Animations: We prioritize human craft and technique. Fully AI-generated video or automated animation tools are strictly prohibited.

Behind-The-Scenes (BTS) Proof: Shortlisted creators must send a quick process snippet or file proof (such as timeline screenshot(s) or project files) before we declare a winner.

3. Judging and Voting Structure

We choose winners through a mix of public input and panel scoring:

Judge Evaluation: Independent judges score shortlisted entries based on creativity, artistic execution, narrative strength, and how well the artwork reflects the theme.

Community Voting: Public votes offer extra bonus points toward your final score, but high vote counts alone do not guarantee a win.

4. Content Guidelines

Prohibited Content: Explicit, sexually suggestive, or overly violent content is strictly forbidden. Submissions with inappropriate material are disqualified immediately.

Tone and Purpose: Your artwork should reflect values of light, hope, transformation, and positive encouragement.

How to Enter

1. Check our official social channels at the start of each month to read the active theme and scriptures.

2. Build your animation (at least 5 seconds long) based on that theme.

3. Submit your completed video ON SOCIALS AND TAG US @animationapostles before the monthly deadline.

4. Post your project on social media and tag @aNIMATIONAPOSTLES with #AAACONTEST26 so we can see it!

ELIGIBILITY DETAILS

 2D frame-by-frame, 2D vector or tweening, 3D, Stop-Motion, Motion Graphics, Mixed Media, and Experimental Animation.

Minimum Duration: 5 seconds (There is no maximum limit).

Eligibility: Open to animators and artists worldwide at any skill level (Beginner, Intermediate, and Professional).