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Video Judging Rubric 2024

Second Annual NJ Clean Communities “Reduce Single-Use”

Video Contest

Youth can POSITIVELY influence their peers toward a Litter Free NJ

Video Judging Rubric

Tier One: Does the video follow the guidelines? (Yes/No)

All videos must meet Tier One requirements to move on to the Tier Two review

  1. Does the video run within the 60-second time limit?
  2. Is the information included in the video accurate and current?
  3. Is the video free of any copyrighted material?
  4. Is the video free of any inappropriate materials?
  5. Did the student complete all necessary forms (online entry form, parent permission form)?

Tier Two: Quality of Video

Videos will get two scores from Tier Two:  one NJCCC and one from NJDEP

35% Content Quality

  1. Does the video clearly focus on Reducing Single-Use Plastics? Videos should focus on effects of plastics on environment/wildlife, showcase “Creative Carryout” methods (instead of reusable bags), or suggest new initiatives to reduce single use plastics?

4 Points  Highlights  Topic is highlighted in an obvious manner; a strong connection is shown.

3 Points Topic is highlighted; a fairly clear connection is made.

2 Points Topic is mentioned but the connection is not supported.

1 Point Law is not tied in with “Reduce Single-Use”; no connection is made.

  1. Does the video explain why the chosen topic is important on a state/global scale?

4 Points The video expertly makes the case for the topic’s importance using precise arguments.

3 Points The video explains the topic’s importance, but the arguments are not complete.

2 Points The video states that the topic is important but provides little explanation.

1 Point The video does not explain why the chosen topic is important.

35% Memorable/Creative

  1. How well does the video draw in the viewer and keep their attention?

4 Points Viewer is left with a strong understanding of the topic, will remember the video, and feels like they want to learn more.

3 Points Viewer is left with general understanding and will remember the video.

2 Points Viewer mostly understands the topic and might remember the video. Some introduced themes/topics may distract from message.

1 Point Presentation is unclear on the topic and unmemorable.

  1. Is the video original and innovative?

4 Points Video is original, creative, and unique.

3 Points Video has some original thought and is moderately creative.

2 Points Video has little original thinking.

1 Point Video has no original thinking.

20% Logical Support

  1. Is the support offered appropriate and supported by your claims?

4 Points A strong support is offered that is both logical and appropriate.

3 Points A support is offered but doesn’t clearly connect to the video’s claims. The support is appropriate.

2 Points A support is offered by does not match the video’s claims or is not appropriate.

1 Point No support is offered.

10% Production

  1. What is the overall quality of production (including visual and sound elements)?

4 Points Video is well planned with smooth transitions and edits. Sound is well balanced and easy to hear. All sound and visual elements coincide with the video’s message.

3 Points Video is well planned with competent edits. Sound is balanced and easy to hear. Most sound and visual elements blend with video’s message.

2 Points Video was somewhat planned. Transitions and edits are rudimentary. Sound is reasonably balanced. Some sound and visual elements are distracting.

1 Point Video is not well planned and has poor edits. Sound is of poor quality. Many sound and visual elements distract from the video’s message