Event Introduction
Franchouchou Fest is a fan-initiated event dedicated to showcasing derivative works related to Zombieland Saga. It has been held annually in the form of a long video release since 2023. The event includes fan submissions from around the world (e.g., fan-made animations, fan arts, dance covers, musical performances), discussions related to the anime and its spinoffs, recommendations of fan creations, and collaborative programs.
Event Purpose
The goal of Franchouchou Fest is to attract more attention to Zombieland Saga-related fan creations and encourage collaboration to produce even more exceptional works.
Main Roles and Responsibilities
| Role | Description | Ideal Number of People |
|---|---|---|
| Organizer | Coordinates all involved personnel | 1–2 |
| Planner | Develops overall planning and adjusts timelines | 1 |
| Supervisor | Ensures content accuracy and provides timely feedback | 1 |
| Illustrator | Creates illustrations for hosts, stage designs, etc. | 1–2 |
| Hosts | Voice act and host the event | 2 |
| Scriptwriter | Writes the host’s script | 1 |
| Motion Designer | Creates animations for hosting, transitions, and closing parts | 1 |
| End Credit Designer | Designs the layout for the end credits | 1 |
| Main Visual Designer | Designs the main visual for the event | 1 |
| Event Logo Designer | Designs the event logo | 1 |
| Video Composition | Overall composition and assemblation of the main video | 2 |
| Fan Community Coordinator | Manages communication between different fandoms | Multiple |
| warmup PV Creator | Produces the warmup PV | 1 |
| Main PV Creator | Produces the main PV | 1 |
Overall Timeline
| Stage | Ideal Progress Date |
|---|---|
| Independent submissions and collaboration planning | From the start of submission until two weeks before the main release |
| warmup PV | Released six months before the main release |
| Main Visual Design | Two months to one month before the main release |
| Main PV | One month to two weeks before the main release |
| Host Script | One month to two weeks before the main release |
| Host Illustration/Design | One month to two weeks before the main release |
| Host Voice Acting | Two weeks to seven days before the main release |
| Motion Design | Two weeks to seven days before the main release |
| Opening/Ending/Intermission Production | Two weeks to seven days before the main release |
| Overall composition | Seven days to one day before the main release |
Submission Guidelines
All submissions are categorized into Minor creations (duration < 1 minute or non-video format, shown during intermission) and Main creations (duration > 1 minute).
- For Minor creations:
- If the submission is image-based, please ensure the total number of images is fewer than 50.
- If it is audio-based, the duration should be less than 5 minutes, and it must be related to Zombieland Saga or its derivative works.
- For Main creations:
- At least three-quarters of the content (whether audio or visual) must be related to Zombieland Saga or its derivative works.
- If the video duration exceeds 5 minutes, please notify the main production team in advance (see below).
- All submissions must be created by yourself or your team. If you use other fan-created content, please obtain permission from the original creator beforehand.
- As long as the work is legal, compliant, and free from harmful messaging, all types of fan creations are welcome.
Revenue Policy
If Franchouchou Fest generates relatively higher income from its main video or live streams (over 100 CNY), all proceeds will be distributed to creators either directly or in the form of gifts. This event is only for showcasing, without any form of profit. All rights belong to the Zombieland Saga Production Committee. If revenue is less than 100 CNY, it will be reserved until it accumulates over 100 CNY before distribution to the creators.
How to Participate
Fill out the submission survey form. Please keep an eye on this website for more detailed information.