SayPro Quarterly Drama Competition: Announcement Registration and Submission Guidelines.

Announcement: Registration and Submission Guidelines for SayPro Participants

The SayPro Development Quarterly Drama Competition (SCDR) is an exciting opportunity for employees to showcase their creative talents and innovative ideas through drama presentations. Participants who wish to take part in this competition must follow the guidelines outlined below to ensure successful registration and submission of their scripts or drama presentation ideas.

1. Eligibility and Registration

• Who Can Participate: All employees of SayPro are eligible to participate in the SCDR competition, regardless of department or job role.
• Registration Process:
  • Interested employees must complete the registration process by January 21 to be considered for the competition.
  • To register, participants are required to submit a completed registration form through the official SayPro portal. The form will ask for basic details such as the participant’s name, department, and a brief summary of their idea or script concept.
  • Once registered, participants will receive further instructions on submitting their final scripts or presentation proposals.

2. Theme and Script Submission

• Theme for the Competition:
  • The theme for this quarter’s competition is focused on “Innovation in Technology” and “SayPro’s Corporate Culture”. Participants can choose to explore one or both of these themes within their scripts or drama presentations.
  • Entries should aim to creatively address either the impact of innovation in technology on the workplace or highlight the values, mission, and work culture that define SayPro’s corporate environment.
• Types of Submissions:
  • Script Submissions: Participants can submit fully written scripts that will be performed as part of the competition. These scripts should be formatted according to standard playwriting conventions and should be no longer than 15 minutes in length for performance purposes.
  • Drama Presentation Ideas: Alternatively, participants can submit an idea for a drama presentation, including a brief outline or storyboard. This should provide enough detail to allow the judges to understand the concept and its relevance to the chosen theme.

3. Judging Criteria

Submissions will be judged based on the following criteria:

• Creativity and Originality: How unique and innovative the idea is, and how effectively it incorporates the chosen theme(s).
• Relevance to the Theme: How well the drama submission reflects and addresses the theme of innovation in technology or SayPro’s corporate culture.
• Structure and Coherence: The clarity of the narrative, the development of the storyline, and how well the script or idea flows.
• Performability: If the submission is a script, how well it can be performed within the time limit and the resources available. For idea submissions, the potential for successful dramatization.
• Engagement and Impact: How engaging the presentation would be for the audience, and the impact it aims to have on the viewers.

4. Timeline

• Registration Deadline: All participants must register by January 21.
• Script/Idea Submission Deadline: Final scripts and drama presentation ideas must be submitted by February 15.
• Judging Period: After submission, the judging panel will review the entries and announce the finalists by March 1.
• Competition Performance: The finalists will perform their dramas during the SayPro Development Quarterly Drama Competition event, scheduled for March 15. The winners will be announced at the end of the event.

5. Prizes and Recognition

• Grand Prize: The winner of the SCDR will receive a monetary reward, a trophy, and a certificate of excellence. Additionally, the winning team or individual will have the opportunity to present their work at a company-wide meeting, gaining recognition for their creative achievements.
• Runner-Up Prizes: The runners-up will receive certificates and gift vouchers as a token of appreciation for their efforts.
• Special Recognition: Special awards may be given for categories such as “Best Script,” “Best Direction,” and “Most Creative Performance.”

6. Additional Guidelines and Resources

• Team Collaboration: Employees can participate individually or form teams to create their drama presentations. If submitting as a team, a team leader should be designated for registration and communication purposes.
• Workshops and Support: SayPro will host a series of optional workshops prior to the competition, including scriptwriting and drama presentation training, to assist employees in refining their submissions. These workshops are open to all registered participants.
• Resources: SayPro’s in-house technical team will be available to assist with set design, lighting, and audio-visual equipment for the performances.

7. Contact Information

For further inquiries or assistance, participants may reach out to the SayPro Development team at development@SayPro.com or visit the SayPro portal for additional details and updates regarding the competition.

We look forward to your creative ideas and performances, and we are excited to see how our SayPro community engages with the theme of innovation and corporate culture through drama. Good luck to all participants!

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Note: This competition is part of SayPro’s ongoing effort to foster creativity and collaboration within the company while celebrating innovation and corporate values.