news zero Bumper Video Contest "news zero Next Creators Contest" to be Held!!

Nippon Television Network Corporation (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Hiroyuki Fukuda, hereinafter "Nippon TV") and Vook Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Shuntaro Okamoto, hereinafter "Vook") will hold the "news zero Next Creators Contest," a contest to widely solicit bumper videos to be actually used in the news program "news zero" (broadcast Mondays-Thursdays 23:00~, Fridays 23:30~) which will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2026, as a commemorative project.

This contest will call for 3-second bumper videos with the theme "A Certain Perspective." Winning works will be broadcast on the actual news zero program.

news zero Next Creators Contest Announcement

What is the news zero Next Creators Contest?

Since its broadcast began in 2006, news zero has been on a mission to convey "what is happening now" and deliver information that "leads to tomorrow," delivering accurate news, sports, and cultural information with the voices of those involved and the feel of the scene.

On the occasion of its 20th anniversary, this contest was planned as a new initiative to connect the program with viewers and creators. We offer an opportunity to co-create the program by incorporating the sensibilities and expressions of next-generation creators into "bumpers," short videos that connect one piece of news to another.

Application Overview

Contest Name

news zero Next Creators Contest

Organizer

Nippon Television Network Corporation

Planning and Operation

Vook Inc.

Theme

"A Certain Perspective"

Application Content

Bumper video (3 seconds) to be used in the news zero program

Eligibility

Individuals aged 16 to under 40 residing in Japan at the time of application start.

(Professional and amateur welcome)

Application Period

June 5, 2026 (Fri) 17:00 ~ August 9, 2026 (Sun) 23:59

Application Fee

Free

Expression Methods

Live-action, animation, CG, motion graphics, etc.

Audio Source

Use the designated audio source provided by the organizer (downloadable from the official website).

How to Apply

Via the application form on the official website.

Official Website

https://vook.vc/c/newszero-contest/

*For details, please check the application guidelines on the official website.

Judging and Prizes

Judging Flow:

1 Preliminary Judging: Judges will select honorable mention works (2-3 per category).

2 Final Judging: In addition to judge evaluations, viewer voting may be conducted. The Grand Prix and other awards will be decided based on overall evaluation.

Grand Prix (1 work): Bumper video will be used in the news zero program.

Runner-up Prize (1 work): Bumper video will be used in the news zero program.

About news zero

"news zero" is a Nippon TV news program that has advocated the concept of "Making Tomorrow Better" since its broadcast began in October 2006. With a focus on breaking news and live footage, its mission is to convey important news "long and deep." Currently, under anchor Takahiko Fujii, the program aims to be a catalyst for closing the day and welcoming tomorrow through news, sports, and culture.

Broadcast Hours: Mondays-Thursdays 23:00~23:59 / Fridays 23:30~24:30

Official Website: https://www.ntv.co.jp/zero/

Official X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/ntvnewszero/

Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ntvnewszero/

About Vook Inc.

An impact startup that supports video creators with the vision of "Making Video Creators Invincible." Centered around "Vook," one of Japan's largest media platforms specializing in video production, the company develops educational, career, and video utilization support businesses. Through supporting video creators, it aims to bring about transformation in the video industry and create an environment where video creators can thrive.

Representative: Shuntaro Okamoto, Representative Director

Location: Akasaka 5-2-33-1111, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Established: January 2012

Business Overview:

・Operation of "Vook" (https://vook.vc/), one of Japan's largest video production tips sites

・Operation of "Vook school" (https://school.vook.vc/), a training service for video creators

・Operation of "Vook Career" (http://career.vook.vc/), a recruitment service for video creators