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Photography Contest
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Connect with Sri Lanka's finest visual talent. Build your brand, engage your audience, and source world-class photography through the TrueShot platform.

Premium photography gear

Introduction

TrueShot is a photography-focused contest platform connecting brands with talented photographers across Sri Lanka. Run contests to boost brand visibility, engage audiences, and collect high-quality visual content that tells your story better than any stock image could.

Why Run a Photography Contest?

Harness the power of community-driven content to scale your brand's creative assets and reach through authentic participation.

Stunning Imagery

Real user-created photography that resonates better than generic stock images.

Viral Awareness

Tap into targeted creative audiences across social networks through organic reach.

Core Engagement

Drive marketing impact through community voting and social sharing mechanics.

Future Collaborations

Build relationships with emerging photographers for future professional assignments.

The Contest Flow

Our streamlined process ensures a professional experience for both brands and creators from inception to award.

1

Brand Setup

Collaborate with our team to define your contest title, rules, and creative brief.

2

Contest Launch

The contest goes live on TrueShot and our social channels. Submissions begin immediately.

3

Voting & Selection

Public voting boosts reach while professional judges ensure the highest artistic quality.

4

Winner Verification

We facilitate the selection process and handle all logistics for reward distribution.

The TrueShot Standard: We act as the trusted intermediary, handling all prize distribution through our office to ensure transparency and winner satisfaction.

Prize Structure Guidelines

Motivate high-tier talent with rewards that reflect the value of their creative work.

Cash Prizes

Direct bank transfers for maximum flexibility.

Professional Gear

Physical camera equipment or electronics.

Brand Vouchers

Gift cards to your brand's physical or online store.

Recommended 1st Prize: LKR 25,000+

While you maintain full control of the budget, higher value prizes attract the most skilled performers in the industry.

Advertising Packages

Leverage our targeted creative ecosystem to maximize your contest reach and participation.

1

Starter Boost

LKR 15,000
  • 1 Social Media Ad
  • Duration: 5 days
  • Basic audience targeting
  • Contest listing highlighted (low priority)
Campaign Reach
Reach 10,000 - 50,000 people
Expected visibility across targeted photography audiences.
Ideal for: small contests
2

Basic Growth

LKR 25,000
  • 2 Ads (Submission + Voting phase)
  • Duration: 10 days
  • Better audience targeting
  • Featured in homepage (short period)
Campaign Reach
Reach 25,000 - 80,000 people
Expected visibility across targeted photography audiences.
Ideal for: Good visibility boost
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3

Popular Boost

LKR 45,000
  • 3 Ads (Start + Mid + Voting)
  • Duration: 15 days
  • Advanced targeting (photography)
  • Homepage featured + Email promotion
Campaign Reach
Reach 50,000 - 150,000 people
Expected visibility across targeted photography audiences.
Ideal for: Most recommended
4

Premium Exposure

LKR 60,000
  • 5 Ads (Full campaign coverage)
  • Duration: 20 days
  • High reach targeting
  • Top featured + Story promotions
Campaign Reach
Reach 120,000 - 300,000 people
Expected visibility across targeted photography audiences.
Ideal for: High engagement
5

Ultimate Campaign

LKR 90,000
  • Full campaign ads (Sub + Vote + Winner)
  • Duration: 30 days
  • Maximum reach + retargeting
  • Email + Social Push + Winner Boost
Campaign Reach
Reach 250,000 - 600,000 people
Expected visibility across targeted photography audiences.
Ideal for: brands & big contests

What Brands Receive

Brand analytics dashboard

Elite Exposure

Direct placement in front of Sri Lanka's most active creative community.

High-Value Assets

Full rights to the winning photography for your future marketing campaigns.

Detailed Insights

Comprehensive reports on reach, engagement, and participant demographics.

Brand Prestige

Alignment with artistic excellence and community development.

Content & Usage Rights

Transparency regarding intellectual property is essential for a successful partnership between brands and photographers.

Promotional Rights

As a brand host, you receive a non-exclusive, perpetual license to use the winning photography for your own marketing and promotional campaigns.

Ownership & Credit

Photographers retain original copyright and ownership of their work. We encourage brands to credit the creators wherever possible.

Sales Restrictions

You may not resell images to third-party marketplaces or claim legal ownership without a separate professional buyout agreement.

Modification Rights

Brands may make editorial changes such as cropping, color correction, and logo placement while respecting the creator's core artistic intent.

Professional Standard: Our terms are designed to protect both parties, ensuring brands get the value they need while creators maintain the integrity of their portfolio.

Ready to Launch?

Connect with our brand specialists to design a contest that moves the needle for your business.

Direct Email

host@trueshot.com

Official Site

www.trueshot.com

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