Contests
We all love a contest, especially when it involves all things yearbook and photography! Our Press Pass Contests are an excellent opportunity to showcase your talents, collaborate with your peers, and enter for a chance to win awesome prizes. For all contests, participants will need to register by 10:30 am, June 18th. Activities are to be completed on-site, and all entries must be submitted by 12:00 pm, June 19th. We will announce the winners at the Closing Session on June 19th. There are no restrictions on how many contests you can enter.
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Social Media
As a group, create a fun and creative 30-second to 1-minute video showing what your experience at Press Pass looks like - from your perspective. Use humor, storytelling, trends, or cinematic flair to bring your unique "Press Pass POV" to life. You must feature Presston the Press Pass Bear somewhere in the video. Post your video on Instagram (tag @leonards_yearbook) or TikTok (tag @leonards_photo) by noon on June 19. Be sure to save the video and upload it to the designated OwnCloud folder for backup.
One submission per school. The Leonard’s Marketing Team will select the winner based on creativity, originality, and overall vibe.
DEADLINE: Must be submitted by 12 PM on June
PRIZE: Staff Pizza Party
Let's Tell your story Photography contest
Working alone or in a group of 1–4, create a photo story that captures the spirit and atmosphere of Disney Springs. Think about what makes this location unique (architecture, signage, people, colors, details, or unexpected scenes). Each photo must include a detailed, journalistic caption that adds context and depth. Design your story in a polished, publishable format with a headline and an introductory block of text that introduces the location to your audience. Submit your photo(s) and caption(s) in a clean, single-page PDF with your name(s) and school clearly labeled. Please note that this photo must be taken on-site at the event. Any photos not taken at Press Pass will not be considered.
DEADLINE: Must be submitted by 12 PM on June
PRIZE: Canon Camera
Yearbook CONTEST
Working alone or in a group of 1-4, create a complete double-page yearbook spread that explores unlikely or surprising connections between people, places, or moments observed during your time at Press Pass. Your spread should include storytelling photos, engaging captions, and a well-written feature or set of mini-profiles. You may not feature individuals from your own school. Think creatively about layout, typography, and design to make the spread feel publication-ready. Submit as a PDF with your name(s) and school clearly labeled.
DEADLINE: Must be submitted by 12 PM on June 19
PRIZE: $100 Gift Card
Apply what you've learned so far by capturing a single image that demonstrates mastery of exposure, focus, lighting, and composition - the four pillars of great photography. This is not about luck or a quick snap - it’s about planning, technical skill, and creativity. Use any type of camera, including smartphones. Your photo must include:
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A brief technical breakdown (camera used, aperture, shutter speed, ISO, focus mode, lighting source).
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A caption that explains the intention or story behind the image.
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No heavy editing—basic exposure or color correction in Lightroom/Photoshop is allowed, but the strength of the photo should come from how it was captured, not how it was fixed.
Submit your photo and caption in a clean, single-page PDF with your name(s) and school clearly labeled. Please note that this photo must be taken on-site at the event. Any photos not taken at Press Pass will not be considered.
DEADLINE: Must be submitted by 12 PM on June 19
PRIZE: $100 Gift Card