1. Contest Categories

ㅇ We are holding a video contest open to the general public and others, inviting AI-powered content submissions in the following two categories:

① General Video Content (e.g., media art etc.)

② K-POP Style Music Video

2. Awards and Benefits

ㅇ Total Awards: 16 winning entries,

ㅇ Total Prize: KRW 60,000,000

※ In the event of disqualification or unavoidable circumstances leading to cancellation, the next highest-ranked project may be selected as a replacement.

※ The final number of selected entries may be adjusted by category.

ㅇ Support for Korean AI Tool License Fees (led by the National IT Industry Promotion Agency)

- License fee support will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis for those who use Korean generative AI services in contest content production.

· Post-contest support will be provided to early applicants who submit valid proof of using Korean AI platform services (e.g. CARAT, DeepBrain AI).

※ Applicable to domestic generative AI solutions for video, voice, and music production.

· Credit support of up to KRW 100,000 per person will be provided to the first 500 contest applicants

３. Eligibility

ㅇ Eligibility: Open to all creators aged 18 or older (international applicants eligible)

- Submissions may be made individually or as a team of up to four members (including the team leader)

- In the case of team submissions, all rights to the submitted work must be collectively held by the team.

ㅇ Application Requirements

- Participants must submit a video that includes both a contest theme and contest details.

- Meaningful use of AI is required in content production, and relevant proof must be submitted.

ㅇ Contest Theme: Creating a sustainable tomorrow through a fresh perspective on Korean culture

ㅇ Contest Details:

A entry that modernly reinterprets the core values of APEC in connection with Korea’s unique culture

- Core Values of APEC : connect, innovate, prosper

- Examples of Korean Culture :

Traditional legends and historical narratives from the Silla Dynasty , Cultural heritage sites of Gyeongju, Hangeul (Korean alphabet), Traditional folk games and customs and etc.

ㅇ Submission Specifications

ㅇ Restrictions and Conditions

- Entries that have won awards in other contests are not eligible for submission.

- Each participant (individual or team) may submit only one work and may not apply for multiple categories or as part of multiple teams.

- Content that violates public decency or social norms may be excluded from evaluation.

- Participants are fully responsible for any copyright infringement issues. In case of disputes, awards may be revoked retroactively.

4. Application & Submission

ㅇ Submission Period: September 1 (Mon) – September 22 (Mon), 2025, by 11:00 AM (KST)

* Submissions will not be accepted outside of the designated period. Please strictly adhere to the deadline.

ㅇ Required Submission Materials: Contest Application Form, Detailed Project Plan, Final Video (Main Content), Other Supporting Documents

※ Only submissions completed and sent (including file upload) by the deadline, based on the email server timestamp, will be accepted.

※ The [ Direct Participants and Stakeholders List] must be submitted only by those

who pass the first preliminary evaluation.

[Important Notice] Submissions will only be accepted if received before the deadline, based on the email receipt timestamp. Due to the possibility of network congestion or email transmission errors near the deadline, we strongly recommend submitting your entry in advance.

Please note that late submissions caused by connection issues or email errors will not be accepted under any circumstances.

5. Evaluation Process

ㅇ Evaluation Process: Winners will be selected based on the total score through a two-stage evaluation process:

① Preliminary Evaluation (Document Review)

② Final Evaluation (Presentation Review)

Entries will be awarded in order of highest scores.

ㅇ Evaluation Criteria

- Preliminary Evaluation (Document Review)

- Final Evaluation (Presentation Review)

6. Contact Information

ㅇ Secretariat & Submission Inquiries

: 2025aicontest@gmail.com /☎02-6288-9222

ㅇ Mr. Youngcheol Kim, Assistant Manager, AI Convergence Content Team : young7@kocca.kr/☎ 061-900-6353

7. Additional Information

ㅇ All copyrights and related rights of the winning entries shall remain with the creators.

ㅇ If any instance of copyright infringement, unauthorized use of third-party content, or proxy (third-party) submission is identified, the award will be revoked, prize money reclaimed, and legal action (both civil and/or criminal) may be taken against the applicant.

ㅇ In the case of joint creation involving two or more individuals, the submission must include either:

- a signed statement by all parties specifying the names of the participating creators, copyright ownership percentages, and details of the rights relationship, or official documentation proving joint copyright ownership.

ㅇ Entries that contain defamatory content, illegal information, or suspected plagiarism may be disqualified from evaluation. Even after being selected as a winner, such entries may be subject to cancellation and prize money may be reclaimed.

ㅇ All non-winning submissions will be discarded within three months after the announcement of the final winners.

ㅇ Submitted materials will not be returned, and additional documents may be requested during the evaluation or verification process.

ㅇ If an objection is raised regarding a shortlisted entry, the final award decision will be made following a professional review and clarification process.

ㅇ Matters not specified in this announcement shall be governed by relevant laws and the guidelines of the competent authorities.

- The above information and schedule are subject to change based on circumstances. -