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SIGGRAPH 2018 and FlyOver Canada Co-Sponsoring Themed Entertainment Contest

 

SIGGRAPH 2018 has announced a one-of-a-kind Themed Entertainment Contest in partnership with Vancouver-based FlyOver Canada. The contest includes a $10,000 cash prize. The 45th SIGGRAPH conference will take place 12–16 August 2018 at the Vancouver Convention Centre in Vancouver, B.C.

Regarding this unprecedented contest, SIGGRAPH 2018 Conference Chair Roy C. Anthony shared, “We are very excited to announce SIGGRAPH’s first-ever Themed Entertainment Contest and are grateful to our partners at FlyOver Canada. We invite content creators from around the world to let their minds run free, as they develop visuals their SIGGRAPH peers will never forget.

Contest entrants are invited to develop content that delivers a rich storytelling experience exploring one of four themes: Halloween/Nightmare; Flight; Chinese New Year; or Generations, the SIGGRAPH 2018 conference theme. Content must be suitable for all age groups.

FlyOver Canada utilizes state-of-the-art technology in a next-generation attraction that simulates the sensation of flight. Riders hang suspended, feet dangling, before a 20-meter spherical screen while a large format film whisks them away on an exhilarating journey. For one of its attractions, the FlyOver Canada film crew spent more than a year travelling from coast to coast to capture Canada’s most spectacular and iconic locations. The FlyOver Canada Theatre System supports special effects — such as motion, spray mist, and wind — for a truly unique ride.

SIGGRAPH subject matter experts and FlyOver Canada executives will review all entries and select four finalists — one winner will ultimately be chosen. The winning prize package includes complimentary Full Conference registration to SIGGRAPH 2018, a $10,000 USD cash prize, airfare to and hotel accommodations in Vancouver for up to three nights (not to exceed $5,000 USD), and the opportunity to experience his/her exciting content in-person during a special on-site conference event.

Notable deadlines for the contest include:

7 March – Contest Registration and Intent to Submit Due

24 May – Content Materials Due

10 July – Finalists and Winner Announced

13 August – Cocktail Event and Winning Content Premiere

FlyOver Canada General Manager Lisa Adams  says, “We are delighted to be working with SIGGRAPH on this wonderful contest. We know that the attendees who enjoy SIGGRAPH every year come from around the world, bringing with them next-generation talent across every area of digital arts and new technologies.  We cannot wait to see what exhilarating creative content the winner of this SIGGRAPH contest will bring to our FlyOver Canada screen!”

To learn more about and participate in the contest, visit s2018.SIGGRAPH.org/attend/FlyOver-Canada

Joe Kleiman
Joe Kleimanhttp://wwww.themedreality.com
Raised in San Diego on theme parks, zoos, and IMAX films, InPark's Senior Correspondent Joe Kleiman would expand his childhood loves into two decades as a projectionist and theater director within the giant screen industry. In addition to his work in commercial and museum operations, Joe has volunteered his time to animal husbandry at leading facilities in California and Texas and has played a leading management role for a number of performing arts companies. Joe previously served as News Editor and has remained a contributing author to InPark Magazine since 2011. HIs writing has also appeared in Sound & Communications, LF Examiner, Jim Hill Media, The Planetarian, Behind the Thrills, and MiceChat His blog, ThemedReality.com takes an unconventional look at the attractions industry. Follow on twitter @ThemesRenewed Joe lives in Sacramento, California with his wife, dog, and a ghost.

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