Earlier this year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) launched the Healthy Swimming 2011 Video Contest, and challenged the public to create a short, creative video that promotes the simple steps everyone can take to ensure a healthy and recreational-water-illness-free swimming experience. The result? This funny 60-second video shot by brothers David and Aaron Matthews of Vicksburg, Mississipi. They had a blast making the vid, and even won $1,000.
If you enjoy creating videos, check out some of the latest video challenges on ChallengePost, and start shooting today:
Challenge: Are You Prepared? Video Contest
By: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Video content: Show how you’re prepared for any emergency and reinforce the key message: “Get a Kit, Make a Plan, Be Informed.”
Video length: 60 seconds
Deadline: October 11, 2011
Who should enter: Individuals, groups, even zombies
Challenge: Ending Childhood Hunger Video Contest
By: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Video content: Show current activities or innovative ideas that tackle the problem of childhood hunger
Video length: Under 2 minutes
Deadline: October 21, 2011
Who should enter: Elementary, middle/junior high, and high school students
Challenge: Help Answer the Public’s Questions Video Contest
By: U.S. General Services Administration (GSA)
Video content: Illustrate how-to processes described in some of the GSA’s most popular frequently asked questions about government benefits and services
Video length: 30–90 seconds
Deadline: October 28, 2011
Who should enter: Anyone* who wants to win up to $5,000 in prizes
Challenge: National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Video Contest
By: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Video content: In honor of Corps Community Day on October 13, illustrate the role of the NHSC in your community
Video length: 30–90 seconds
Deadline: November 14, 2011
Who should enter: Individuals or communities impacted by the NHSC
Challenge: MyPlate Fruits & Veggies Video Challenge
By: USDA
Video content: Share a practical tip on how to eat more fruits & veggies on a budget
Video length: ~30 seconds
Deadline: November 15, 2011
Who should enter: People who love eating healthy
*For more information, eligibility, and official rules, please refer to the respective challenge website.
By: Samantha
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