2019-20 SATW Foundation Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism Competition
122 Video on Travel ( Newspapers,Travel Magazines,Travel Coverage in General Magazines,Travel Audio-Radio,Travel Audio-Podcasts and Guides)Back
Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Matador Network Entry Title: Phil Good Travel: Things get TRIPPY in Zagreb, Croatia Entry Credit: Phil Calvert, Rob Chursinoff, Fraser James, Doree Simon, Scott Sporleder Judge Comment: This well-produced piece on visiting Zagreb instantly welcomes viewers to a fun and informative experience with its music, visuals and host. The video provides a look at life and attractions around the capital city that is forthcoming, playful and educational.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: BBC Travel Entry Title: Anne-Sophie Pic: The chef who rules France Entry Credit: Anne Banas, Anna Bressanin Judge Comment: With well-produced and beautifully shot and edited b-roll and interviews, this story hooks viewers in from the moment it begins. Its powerful portrayal of renowned French chef Anne-Sophie Pic is captivating and reveals why she has become an icon of the French food world.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Sari Aviv Entry Title: CBS Sunday Morning: A Chance to Dream Entry Credit: Seth Doane, Sari Aviv, Steve Tyler, Rand Morrison, Henry Bautista Judge Comment: The power of community through the story of young children making music in the slums of Antananarivo, Madagascar, is the focus of this piece. In addition to a fascinating story with compelling characters, it is excellent storytelling with well-produced visuals. The video's emphasis on people made it stand out among the many worthy entries.
Place Name: Honorable Mention Contestant Name: BBC Travel Entry Title: The Africans who wear Victorian petticoats Entry Credit: Kate Schoenbach Judge Comment: How a style of dress from the Victorian era gives identity and a sense of belonging to the Herero people of Namibia is vividly portrayed through video and historical photos. The contrast of the elegantly styled dresses and the sometimes shocking images and captions of these once oppressed people who survived genocide gives this piece its power.
