Contest Categories
AI video content produced on the presented topic
•Category 1: Video Content (e.g., media art, etc.), within 5 minutes (minimum 2 minutes)
•Category 2: K-POP Style Music Video, Within 3 minutes (minimum 1 minute 30 seconds)
※ Only original music or K-POP style music and videos for which the user holds the copyright are allowed.
※ Submission of music that may cause copyright disputes or infringement, such as sampling or featuring, is not permitted.
Contest Theme
Creating a sustainable tomorrow through a fresh perspective on Korean culture
Contest Details
A entry that modernly reinterprets the core values of APEC in connection with Korea’s unique culture
•Core Values of APEC : connect, innovate, prosper
•Examples of Korean Culture : Traditional legends and historical narratives from the Silla Dynasty ,
Cultural heritage sites of Gyeongju, Hangeul (Korean alphabet),
Traditional folk games and customs and etc.
Eligibility
ㅇ Eligibility: Open to all creators aged 18 or older (international applicants eligible)
- Submissions may be made individually or as a team of up to four members (including the team leader)
- In the case of team submissions, all rights to the submitted work must be collectively held by the team.
ㅇ Application Requirements
- Participants must submit a video that includes both a contest theme and contest details.
- Meaningful use of AI is required in content production, and relevant proof must be submitted.
Submission Specifications
Categories
•Category 1: Video Content (e.g., media art, etc.)
•Category 2: K-POP Style Music Video
Video Duration
•Category 1 (Video Content) : within 5 minutes (minimum 2 minutes)
•Category 2 (K-POP Style Music Video) : Within 3 minutes (minimum 1 minute 30 seconds)
File Format & Resolution: MP4 file, Full HD (1920×1080) or higher resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio
Production Method: Participants are free to produce video content using AI, based on the given theme.
* Meaningful use of AI is mandatory, and relevant proof must be submitted
Restrictions and Conditions
•Entries that have won awards in other contests are not eligible for submission.
•Each participant (individual or team) may submit only one work and may not apply for multiple categories or as part of multiple teams.
•Content that violates public decency or social norms may be excluded from evaluation.
•Participants are fully responsible for any copyright infringement issues. In case of disputes, awards may be revoked retroactively.
Awards and Benefits
Total Awards: 16 winning entries, Total Prize: KRW 60,000,000
| Category | Grand prize 2 entry | Excellence Award 4 entry | Merit Award 10 entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Video Content | Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism Award 1 entry KRW 10,000,000 |
President of Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) Award 1 entry President of National IT Industry Promotion Agency (NIPA) Award 1 entry KRW 5,000,000 each |
Merit Award 5 entry KRW 2,000,000 each |
| K-POP Style Music Video | Ministry of Science and ICT Award 1 entry KRW 10,000,000 |
President of Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) Award 1 entry President of National IT Industry Promotion Agency (NIPA) Award 1 entry KRW 5,000,000 each |
Merit Award 5 entry KRW 2,000,000 each |
| Total | KRW 20,000,000 | KRW 20,000,000 | KRW 20,000,000 |
※ In the event of disqualification or unavoidable circumstances leading to cancellation, the next highest-ranked project may be selected as a replacement.
※ The final number of selected entries may be adjusted by category.
Production Support
Support for Korean AI Tool License Fees (led by the National IT Industry Promotion Agency)
- Support for Korean AI Service Usage Costs for Contest Participants
- Eligibility: First 500 registered participants
- Supported Services: Domestic generative AI video/audio/music services such as Carrot, DeepBrain AI, etc.
- Support Amount: Up to KRW 100,000 worth of credits per person (reimbursed after submission and verification of usage proof)
- How to Apply: After contest registration, submit proof of usage (payment history, screenshots, etc.)
- Additional Information: Support will be provided based on actual usage costs, regardless of contest results.
Application & Submission
Submission Period: September 1 (Mon) – September 22 (Mon), 2025, by 11:00 AM (KST)
* Submissions will not be accepted outside of the designated period. Please strictly adhere to the deadline.
Required Submission Materials: Contest Application Form, Video Proposal, Final Video (Main Content), Other Supporting Documents
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Please compress all required documents listed below into a single file and upload it. ※ Compressed File Name Format: (Video/Music Video) Applicant Name or Team Name.ZIP (Max. 50MB) ex) (Video) KOKA.ZIP ※ The [ Direct Participants and Stakeholders List] must be submitted only by those who pass the first preliminary evaluation. |
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| Required Documents | Folder 1 | 1-1. Contest Application Form [Form 1] | HWP(DOC) |
Designated Form Requirements * A signed and sealed PDF cover page is required. Please submit the file in either HWP or DOC format (choose one). |
| 1-2. Video Proposal [Form 2] | HWP(DOC) | Designated Form Please submit the document using the designated form in either HWP or DOC format (choose one). |
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| 1-3. Consent Form for the Collection, Use, and Provision of Personal Information [Form 3] | Designated Form * A signed and sealed PDF cover page is required. |
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| 1-4. Original Content Link | TXT | Submissions will be disqualified from evaluation if the content link is inaccessible or cannot be played during the submission or evaluation period. | ||
| 1-5. Direct Participants and Stakeholders List [Form 4] | XLS | Designated Form * only by those who pass the first preliminary evaluation. |
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| 1-6. Proof of AI Utilization (e.g., screenshots, videos, etc.) | ZIP | Compress and submit the supporting material files | ||
| Optional Documents (*Only if you wish to submit) |
Folder 2 | Co-Copyright Holder Consent Form (*Required if there are multiple copyright holders) |
free | Free Format * Please number the submitted optional documents according to their submission order (2–n). |
| Storyboard, Reference Images, etc. | ||||
| Additional Materials (*e.g., materials that help the judges understand the proposed project) |
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※ Only submissions completed and sent (including file upload) by the deadline, based on the email server timestamp, will be accepted.
How to Submit Your Entry
① Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) Official Website (http://www.kocca.kr), National IT Industry Promotion Agency (NIPA) Official Website (http://www.nipa.kr), Official Contest Website (http://www.2025aicontest.com)
② <2025 APEC K-Culture × AI Video GLOBAL CONTEST> Download and complete the attached submission forms
③ Upload your submission files as a single compressed ZIP file to the submission email listed at the bottom of the announcement: <2025aicontest@gmail.com>
※ Submission result checking process will be announced later.
[Important Notice] Submissions will only be accepted if received before the deadline, based on the email receipt timestamp. Due to the possibility of network congestion or email transmission errors near the deadline, we strongly recommend submitting your entry in advance.Please note that late submissions caused by connection issues or email errors will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Evaluation Process
Evaluation Process: Winners will be selected based on the total score through a two-stage evaluation process:
① Preliminary Evaluation (Document Review)
② Final Evaluation (Presentation Review)
Entries will be awarded in order of highest scores.
| Announcement & Submission | ⇨ | Preliminary Evaluation | ⇨ | Final Evaluation | ⇨ | Announcement of Results |
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| Online Submission (via Email) |
⇨ | Document Review Twice the number of final awardees will be shortlisted for the final evaluation. *Passing Score: 70 points or higher |
⇨ | Presentation Review Selection of Final and Reserve Entries * Passing Score: 70 points or higher |
⇨ | Notice on the Website and Individual Notification |
Evaluation Criteria
- Preliminary Evaluation (Document Review)
| Category | Description | Reference Materials | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Relevance to Theme (25) | Assessment of alignment with the sub-theme | Final work file, project description, etc. | 25 |
| Originality of Content (20) | Originality of Expression and Presentation Format | Final work file, project description, etc. | 20 |
| Utilization of AI (25) | Creative use of generative AI tools | AI usage proof, final work file, project description, etc. | 25 |
| Completeness of Planning (30) | Quality of content development planning (e.g., subject matter, character, storyline, etc.) |
Final work file, project description, etc. | 30 |
- Final Evaluation (Presentation Review)
| Category | Description | Reference Materials | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Relevance to Theme (25) | Assessment of alignment with the sub-theme | Final work file, project description, etc. | 25 |
| Originality of Content (25) | Originality of Expression and Presentation Format | Final work file, project description, etc. | 25 |
| Innovative Use of AI (20) | Evaluation of Results Based on the Strategic Use of AI Technology | AI usage proof, final work file, project description, etc. | 20 |
| Completeness of the Work (30) | Overall Completeness and Aesthetic Quality of the Work | Final work file, project description, etc. | 30 |
Additional Information
•All copyrights and related rights of the winning entries shall remain with the creators.
•If any instance of copyright infringement, unauthorized use of third-party content, or proxy (third-party) submission is identified, the award will be revoked, prize money reclaimed, and legal action (both civil and/or criminal) may be taken against the applicant.
•In the case of joint creation involving two or more individuals, the submission must
include either:
- a signed statement by all parties specifying the names of the participating creators, copyright ownership percentages, and details of the rights relationship, or official documentation proving joint copyright ownership.
* Submission Method for Notarized Documents and Joint Copyright Proof
(No specific form is provided), please scan and upload notarized and copyright-related proof documents.
•Entries that contain defamatory content, illegal information, or suspected plagiarism may be disqualified from evaluation. Even after being selected as a winner, such entries may be subject to cancellation and prize money may be reclaimed.
•All non-winning submissions will be discarded within three months after the announcement of the final winners.
•Submitted materials will not be returned, and additional documents may be requested during the evaluation or verification process.
•If an objection is raised regarding a shortlisted entry, the final award decision will be made following a professional review and clarification process.
•Matters not specified in this announcement shall be governed by relevant laws and the guidelines of the competent authorities.
- The above information and schedule are subject to change based on circumstances. -
