This category is defined as any original project that generally consists of a sequence of images of the motion of objects to create a video.
Animation can involve programming sprites to talk, move, and interact. This can include, but is not limited to, short movies, music videos, comical shorts, and others by using a variety of animation techniques.
Animation can also be stop-motion animation; the technique of photographing successive drawings or positions of puppets or models to create an illusion of movement when the movie is shown as a sequence.
This category is defined as any project using a single original student photograph where digital editing tools were used to enhance/modify the image. Images containing non-original content or collages fall under the Graphic Design category.
The project must be displayed on a device using the program in which it was created.
The student should be prepared to demonstrate to judges how the software was used to create the finished project. A hard copy of the finished project may be displayed but is not required. Software may include but not limited to Adobe Creative Studio, BeFunky, GIMP, PicMonkey, Pixlr, Pixelmator
Projects in the category use a combination of static images and/or words into a single design to convey information or an idea with an intended effect.
Digital Photography and 3D Modeling are NOT part of this category.
The project, including all images and content, must be displayed on a device using the program in which it was created.
Projects in this category are network-based applications including, but not limited to, websites, chat rooms, forums, and blogs.
The project must be displayed on a device. Judges may ask to view elements of the design and production process. Source code must be available where applicable. Software may include but not limited to Dreamweaver, WordPress, Weebly, Cloud9, Google Sites
An entry in this category is an app that is specifically developed for a mobile device. The app can be developed for any mobile operating system. Students should be able to explain to judges what inspired their idea and how they programmed their app to achieve its intended purpose.
Projects designed as mobile-friendly web pages fall under the Internet Applications category.
The student must be able to run the app on the day of the competition on a device or a mobile simulator.
Software may include, but not limited to Android Studio, MIT App Inventor, Xcode, Appery.io, AppyPie
Projects in this category are defined as any multi-page creative presentation using any combination of media including audio, video, images, or text.
Videos fall under the Video Production category. Animated movies fall under the Animation category.
Software may include, but is not limited to PowerPoint, Google Slides, Apple Keynote, Canva, Microsoft Sway, Prezi
Projects in this category can be developed from various non-multimedia application programs such as desktop publishing, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, or any other non-multimedia software.
While physical hard copies can be presented for judging purposes, it's important to note that large-scale displays are not permissible within this category.
Software may include, but is not limited to Office 365 Applications (Publisher, Access, etc.), Google Workspace Applications, Canva, Apple Productivity Tools (Numbers, Pages, etc.)
Projects in this category are executable programs created by the student using a programming language. All parts of the program must be the author’s own design. Programs must be functional and have a specified intended purpose.
During the evaluation, students will showcase a proficient grasp of the code and effectively articulate their coding rationale.
Sample programming languages include, but are not limited to Java, Python, Perl, Javascript, C++, PHP, Swift.
Projects in this category are autonomous machines engineered and programmed by the student from their own concepts and designs, or published drawings/kits. Once started, the robotics project should operate as a standalone independent machine without human interaction. Devices controlled through direct, real-time remote control by the student are not appropriate (ie: remote controlled cars).
Examples of commercially available robotics kits (but not limited to) Lego, K'Nex, Capsella, VEX, Technics, student-engineered robot designs and concepts are encouraged.
Video Production includes any original video project that has been edited on a computer with digital video editing software and exported into a digital video format. The project must be displayed for viewing on a computer. Judges will ask questions to determine the level of understanding of the software and production process.
Stop-motion and animation projects fall under the Animation category.
Software may include, but not limited to Adobe Premier, Apple Final Cut Pro, Apple iMovie (free for Mac), Wondershare Filmora (free version), VDSC Free Video Editor, Shotcut (free)