VIDEO CONTEST

My vision of the future

Future of my Craft

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 A Video Contest to showcase the future of the handicraft sector through the lens of individual visions

In the past, craftspeople relied on hand tools, inherited techniques, and local materials. Today, crafts integrate 3D printing, laser cutting, bio-based materials, and AI-driven design. Woodworkers use CNC machines, textile craftspeople experiment with smart fabrics and ceramicists make use of digital modeling.
The future of crafts is ever evolving, blending heritage with innovation, while holding the line on sustainability - and what does this future look like to you? We want to hear about your vision of the future of your craft, get to know your story and see your creativity!

 Showcase your creativity and storytelling: 
      submit your video and win 500 euros!

  Theme: My Vision of the Future –  Future of My Craft 

SUBMIT YUOR VIDEO

GUIDELINES

Participants are required to create a 2–5 minute video addressing the following key points:

The Challenges

What initial challenges or problems did you aim to tackle?

The idea

How did you develop your project or idea?


The process

What methodology did you implement, and how did it help solve these challenges?

The Innovation

What makes your project or idea innovative and unique?

The Resources

What resources were necessary for implementation, and who has benefited from your project?



The future impact

Is your project sustainable for the future, and what social impact has it generated?

The future of craftsmanship is not shaped by tools alone, but by the stories we choose to tell

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CREATE your video

Follow our simple guidelines.

Tell your story in a 2–5 minute video, in .mp4 or similar format, and  in English or include English subtitles if you are speaking in the video.

Register AND SUBMIT

Sign up for free on our platform.

Access the participant area, upload your video, and join the community of makers and storytellers.

MARK THE DEADLINE

You have time until August 30, 2025 to send in your video.

Winners will be announced by the October 31, 2025 — and promoted across our network.

Time left to go until the submission closes

SUBMIT YOUR VIDEO

CONTEST RULES

The Tracks4Crafts video contest is open to anyone who is interested in the handicrafts world and wants to give a contribution of any kind to this theme and sector. This includes but it is not restricted to individual artisans and craft makers, students, organisations, institutional bodies, agencies, unions and associations. 

We invite thoughtful, visually engaging, original and authentic video submissions.  


Participation is free of charge and is strongly encouraged in every handicraft sub-sectors.

We’ll notify winners by the end of October 31, 2025. The winner will receive a 500 euros prize, which will be awarded via bank transfer within 30 days from the winning ceremony. To proceed with the award payment, the organising team will get in touch with the winner to collect relevant information. 

The prize winner will also receive an invitation for ONE person to three events (including the Accelerator4Crafts, the annual SIF Skillman International Forum, and the Tracks4Crafts exhibition). The invitation includes the travel and accommodation expenses only, and must not exceed a total amount of 1000 euros.


To submit a candidature, applicants must do the following:

The video must contain the following:

  1. Information about the applicant and/or her/his team

    Self-introduction and location (where you are, where you work/study/volunteer, what you do).

  2. Your project/idea may highlight: 

  • How have modern technologies or methods influenced your work?

  • What changes are shaping the future of crafts?

  • What does the future hold for your craft?

The videos should be in .mp4 or similar format, and  in English or include English subtitles if you are speaking in the video.

Each submission is evaluated by a team of 4 experts in the sector of handicrafts from the following organisations:

This Tracks4Crafts jury is involved as partners in the Tracks4Crafts EU-funded project, which is on a mission to transform the transmission of Traditional Crafts Knowledge (TCK) and enhance the societal and economic valuation of crafts in Europe, through the following 4 Tracks:
- Transforming learning processes in physical spaces in which crafts people collaborate (in hi-tech environments, including fab labs and maker spaces etc.), 
Developing new digital technologies that enhance and transform transmission of TCK, (3) produce tools and instruments which enable capturing and  optimising the value of the produced TCK (business modelling, certification and property protection)  Creating networks to foster and disseminate the societal and economic value of TCK (e.g. through the CHARTER-alliance). 

The evaluation criteria involve:


Challenge Definition:  Does the candidature express a clear and deep understanding of a certain existing challenge and proposes a solution? Is it addressing a clear idea?

5 = The candidature has clearly defined the problem and demonstrates a deep understanding of how the idea fills the need

3 = The candidature is clear on the problem, but not articulate on how the idea meets the need (or vice versa)

1 = The candidature is unclear or demonstrates a limited understanding of the problem

Target Definition:  Does the candidature define its targeted audience well? Does the candidature express a clear understanding of its targets’ needs?

5 = The candidature has properly identified and clearly defined the target, reaching out and listening to a range of potential stakeholders in effective ways, learning from their experiences, and making significant adjustments when necessary.

3 = The candidate has conducted some discovery and has made some adjustments based on what they have learned.

1 = The candidate has not conducted significant (or effective) discovery about the target and its needs.

Method Definition:  Has the candidature clearly defined a method or a solution to an existing challenge? Is the value proposition clear? Is the method implemented clear and effective?

5 = The candidate has a clearly defined solution that is well matched to target needs.

3 = The candidate has a clear solution, but is not clear on how it meets the needs.

1 = The candidature has an unclear method definition.

Innovation or uniqueness: Is the solution presented distinctive or fundamentally different from existing approaches? 

5 = Breakthrough innovation that potentially changes how the impact is achieved; generates enthusiasm and support.

3 = Moderately innovative; different but not game-changing.

1 = Interesting idea, but not fundamentally or distinctively innovative.

Sustainability:  Is the candidate introducting a sustainable and innovative solution?

5 = The candidature displays a solid plan to make the operations sustainable.

3 = The candidate has thought about how to make the operations sustainable, but still has significant gaps in its plan.

1 = The candidate does not have a viable plan for how to sustain the operations.

Potential for social impact:  Does the candidature clearly have an impact in the society? Does the solution make life better for the targeted population? How much potential exists for scaling the candidate's social impact?

5 = The candidature has clearly defined the potential for exceptional impact.

3 = The candidature demonstrates a believable impact on a modest scale.

1 = The candidature demonstrates unclear or limited impact.



To be eligible to participate, you must meet the following criteria:

  • You must be at least 18 years of age.

  • You must have the right or authority (copyright-free materials) to submit your project for review and publishing.

  • All submissions must be received by August 29, 2025, before 11:59 PM CET.

  • All submissions must be in English (English subtitles to videos are welcome too, where applicable)

  • Read and accept the above regulations.

 Applicants who do not meet the above criteria will not be considered for participation in the competition.

Once the call for submissions is closed, the Tracks4Crafts team will select the best ideas and the final ranking will be published on the official event’s webpage and on our social media accounts on October 31, 2025. 


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                    PARTNERS WITH US

                    The Tracks4Crafts video contest would not be possible without the support of our partners to reach the broader public.

                    With participation from around the globe, the Tracks4Crafts video contest reflect the diversity of its community; the need for a common recognition platform; and standards of excellence to represent the wide breadth and impact of ethical skills in the handicrafts sector. 

                    The contest serves as a reference to build upon in the coming years and provide both professionals and students with tangible examples of the best work in this field today.