The Trailer Making Competition Delhi Roadshow took centre stage at Gurutegh Bahadur 4th Centenary Engineering College (GTB4CEC) last week, marking a key stop in a series of roadshows leading up to the grand finale of the nationwide Trailer Making Competition.

Organized by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry and Reskilll, with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, and Netflix as the creative partner, GTB4CEC as the academic partner, this initiative provided an unparalleled platform for participants to explore the art of storytelling and video editing.

A Platform for Creativity and Innovation

Unlocking Creativity: Trailer Making Competition, powered by Netflix Fund for Creative Equity as part of the WAVES 2025, is a competition designed to inspire and equip aspiring filmmakers. This unique initiative offers students the chance to create compelling trailers, drawing from Netflix’s extensive content library. It featured an intensive 3-month cohort to equip participants with in-depth skills in video editing, storytelling, and trailer production.

Participants in the Trailer Making Competition will receive various recognitions and rewards based on their performance. Every participant who submits a valid trailer will be awarded a Certificate of Participation. The top 50 entrants will receive a Certificate of Excellence along with exclusive recognition from the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) and Netflix.

Furthermore, the top 20 contenders will be honoured with a trophy, exclusive merchandise, and the unique opportunity to attend the WAVES, showcasing their achievements and connecting with industry leaders.

Registrations are ongoing and will close on 31st March 2025. Till now, around 3200 registrations from around the globe have been done. The general profiles of participants range from college students i.e. aspiring content creators and video editors to working professionals jumping on their hobby or applying using their ongoing venture as editors and creators.

Registration link: https://reskilll.com/hack/wavesficci/signup

Delhi Roadshow at GTB4CEC

Roadshows across the country, including the Delhi Roadshow at GTB4CEC, have been pivotal in inspiring and nurturing creative talent.

Key Highlights of the Delhi Roadshow

• Hands-On Workshops:

Participants received practical training in green screen editing, color correction, and advanced video editing techniques.

• Creative Challenge:

Attendees crafted engaging trailers based on provided themes, showcasing their storytelling and technical abilities.

• Industry Insights:

A panel of experts evaluated the trailers and shared valuable feedback to help participants refine their craft.

• Showcase of Talent:

The roadshow celebrated the creativity of budding filmmakers and editors, building momentum as they prepare for the grand finale.

The event featured Dhruv Mathur, Senior Video Editor at Reskill, as the key speaker, who shared his expertise in video editing and provided guidance to participants on mastering storytelling techniques.

The Road Ahead

The Trailer Making Competition and its roadshows aim to identify and nurture the next generation of filmmakers and storytellers. With the cohort completed, participants are now set to compete for prestigious awards and industry recognition at the grand finale during the Waves Summit.

The Delhi Roadshow was a testament to the transformative power of storytelling and video editing, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to this nationwide competition.

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