On March 1, 2017

Castleton video festival seeks high school talent

CASTLETON—Castleton University, in partnership with Vermont PBS, invites Vermont high school students to participate in the 22nd annual Castleton Videofest.

High school students throughout Vermont and the surrounding area are encouraged to enter submissions in any of four categories: documentary, experimental/animation, narrative fiction, and public service announcements/advertisements.

Scholarships of $1,000 will be awarded for first place in each category. Video professionals will judge the entries on creativity, content, and execution.

Submissions must be postmarked by May 1 or submitted digitally by May 3. A public screening of the winning videos and an award ceremony will be held at Castleton University in the Casella Theater on May 12.

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