SKN Moves Jingle Competition - Celebrate Health, Celebrate Creativity!

INTRODUCTION

As we mark the 5th Anniversary of the SKN Moves initiative, we’re excited to launch the SKN Moves Jingle Competition, inviting the talented individuals of St. Kitts and Nevis to showcase their musical and creative skills. This competition aims to amplify the critical messages of Healthy Eating, Physical Activity, and Age-Appropriate Health Screening through the universal language of music.

WHO CAN ENTER?

  • Open to citizens of St. Kitts and Nevis or residents for at least 12 months.
  • Participants must be 18 years or older.
  • Soloists or duets are welcome. For duets, please provide the names of each singer.

JINGLE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Jingles should be between 30 and 60 seconds long.
  • Must reflect the SKN Moves’ tenets: Healthy Eating, Physical Activity, and Health Screening.
  • We encourage the incorporation of Caribbean elements (steel pan, banjo, African drums, etc.).
  • Entries must be original and unpublished.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

  • Submit your jingle in MP3 format along with a typed lyric sheet.
  • Include the following: Name(s) of the performer(s), producer’s name, genre of the song, and the date of submission.
  • Email your entry to jinglecompetition@sknmoves.kn by Friday, May 10, 8:00 p.m.

PRIZES:

  • Grand Prize: ECD$2,500.00 and an exclusive opportunity to have your winning song professionally mixed and mastered by a renowned music producer.
  • The winner will be announced in local print/electronic media and on all social media platforms of the Ministry of Health and the SKN Moves Committee on Friday, May 24, 2024.

AJUDICATION:

  • The judging criteria will focus on originality, relevance to SKN Moves themes, musicality, lyrical content, incorporation of Caribbean elements, and promotional appeal.
  • A panel of qualified judges with music, songwriting, and production expertise will adjudicate all entries submitted to the SKNM Jingle Competition.
  • There shall only be one declared winner in the SKNM Jingle Competition.
  • The SKN Moves Committee holds the exclusive rights to use the winning jingle across local, regional, and international platforms to vigorously promote the SKN Moves Program and the 5th Anniversary of SKN Moves Celebration.

Note: SKN Moves Committee members, employees in the Ministry of Health, and their immediate family members are not eligible to enter.

Let Your Voice Be Heard!

This is your chance to contribute to a healthier St. Kitts and Nevis while gaining national recognition for your talent. We’re looking for a jingle that not only captures the essence of SKN Moves but also resonates with individuals across the Federation and beyond.

For more information, visit our website or contact us directly. Let’s make the 5th Anniversary of SKN Moves a melodious milestone in promoting healthful living!

Join, Sing, and Move with Us!