Short Description

The 14th season of VIDEOSOUNDARCHIVE is Calling for video and sound works that reconsiders the current restructures and parameters. Rather than a festival or exhibition, we are carving out a space to encourage a literal pause in life and ‘mindful use of this easily accessible medium’ by underscoring critical thought and creation. Leaning away from social media and insta- “content creation” (vanity metrics) we hope to allow a straightforward space without the unnecessary pressure of views/likes. 

Rather than a festival or exhibition, we are carving out a space to encourage a literal pause in life and ‘mindful use of this easily accessible medium’ by underscoring critical thought and creation. Leaning away from social media and insta- “content creation” (vanity metrics) we hope to allow a straightforward space without the unnecessary pressure of views/likes. 

Each Season will highlight still images  from the selected Artists which will then link back to the their video work on their website or preferred video platform. This is to encourage visibility in the Artist’s own environment. In place of an Artist statement or bio, we will conduct micro interviews consisting of three questions for the Artists who wish to participate and share. This is to give a more in-depth and critical lens into their work and themes.

Eligibility

Works should have a running time up to 10 minutes and must include both your original video and sound in the same piece. If you are not the sole creator of the video and/or sound, please include any collaborators and/or list public domain/open source.

Please submit works that include both your original video and sound in the same piece. If you are not the sole creator of the video and/or sound, please include all collaborators, and/or list public domain/open source. Artists are responsible for all audio and visual copyright compliance.

-Please submit your work by providing a link to your website, drive or other preferred video platform. We will not be able to download any video files.

Archives will exist on this website indefinitely. Our goal is to create a space for likeminded artists to find others working in the same medium. In the event of password protected and/or expired links, we will default to directly linking to your website. Or, kindly send us updated and/or preferred links if your domains or hosting platforms change.

Please provide a link to an image file of your choice for review (a paused place in your video). We will only download your still image if your work is selected for the respective season. We will not be selecting your still from the work. Please no artist headshots or documentation.

We will not have any ownership or rights associated with the submitted image. The still provided will belong to the Artist. Artists are responsible for visual copyright compliance.

How to Apply

Online Application

Entry Fee

None

Location

Online

Timeline

  • Application Deadline: 31 August 2025

Website Link: https://www.videosoundarchive.com/submit