Do you think you can make a commercial for Toronto that’s better than those ad agency campaigns? Toronto has always been a hard place to sum up -- slick marketing campaigns are often criticized for not getting to the heart of what makes this city great and why people should visit. Now you have the chance to make your own commercial for Spacing’s My Toronto video contest.
Over the summer, put together your own 30-second commercial for Toronto. Use your camcorder, camera phone, or even a still camera. Edit it, animate it, set it to music, or give it a voice-over. Be creative. When you’re done, upload it to our YouTube group. Famous places like the CN Tower are fine, but in making your commercial, you should think about the subtle stuff in your neighbourhood -- from Malvern to Kensington to Long Branch -- that makes Toronto unique. The commercials will be judged both by jury and by popular vote, and the best will be shown at a public event.
If you know of a budding filmmaker that loves Toronto but might not reading Spacing, please let them know. Help us spread the word to all corners of the city.
My Toronto Video Contest
DEADLINE: Friday, September 7th with an exhibition to follow.
