Question 1

What is GENflick?

Accepted Answer

GENflick is a creative AI microfilm challenge organized by RP STA, where participants create a 2-minute microfilm using AI tools. It includes free webinars, SkillsFuture-eligible short courses, and a 48-hour Challenge Weekend.

Question 2

Who can participate?

Accepted Answer

Student Category: Students aged 16 and above currently enrolled in polytechnics, ITEs, or tertiary institutions in Singapore; Open Category: Independent creators, aspiring filmmakers, industry professionals.
Note: All participants must be residents of Singapore with a Singapore bank account.

Question 3

What is the cost to participate?

Accepted Answer

Participation in GENflick and the webinars is free. Optional SkillsFuture-eligible short courses are separately chargeable but claimable via SkillsFuture credits (for Singaporeans and Permanent Residents).

Question 4

What are the key dates?

Accepted Answer

Webinar 1: 2 October 2025 – Telling Microstories in the Age of AI
; Webinar 2: 9 October 2025 – Tips and Tricks for Creating Content with Gen AI
; Challenge Weekend: 7–9 November 2025
; Award Ceremony: TBD

Question 5

Do I need AI experience?

Accepted Answer

No prior experience is required. Webinars and short courses will equip you with AI storytelling tools and techniques.

Question 6

What can I win?

Accepted Answer

Cash prizes, trophies, internships with Mediacorp, mentoring opportunities, and possible industry collaborations.

Question 7

How will winners be selected?

Accepted Answer

Judges will assess storytelling quality, innovative use of AI, technical execution, and audience impact.

Question 8

Are there any rules for the microfilm?

Accepted Answer

Duration: Between 30 seconds and 3 minutes;
Format: Portrait, 9:16 aspect ratio, .mp4, .mov, or .h264 format;
Participants also must fill up a text form with questions about your work and the production process, providing all the information the jury may need to evaluate your microfilm effectively.

Question 9

Will equipment and software be provided?

Accepted Answer

You’ll need to bring along your own equipment and software for the challenge. Don’t worry—we’ve got the venue and WiFi covered so you can focus on creating.

Question 10

Do I need to be present for the

Accepted Answer

GENflick is fully in-person. All participants must attend Day 0 (7 Nov) for the theme reveal. Days 1–2 (8–9 Nov) are optional but encouraged, with expert guidance on Day 1 and a dedicated Challenge Space open for teams who wish to work onsite.

GENflick – The Creative AI Microfilm Challenge