AR Storytelling Challenge

AR Storytelling Challenge

Event Type: Workshop-cum-Competition

About This Event:

Augmented reality (AR) is more than just visuals; it’s about immersive experiences that engage and tell a story interactively!”

Storytelling has always been a fundamental part of human communication, but what if stories could break the boundaries of screens and books? What if they could exist in the real world, interacting with audiences in ways never before possible?

The AR Storytelling Challenge is an exciting event where participants will create interactive, animated AR experiences using Adobe Aero, a beginner-friendly augmented reality tool. The goal is to craft a short AR-based story using 3D objects, animations, and user interactions (such as tap, swipe, or movement triggers).

This competition is designed for beginners and professionals alike, requiring no prior coding or design experience. Participants will bring their creativity to life in AR by designing narratives that are visually compelling and engaging.

Rules & Regulations:

  • Eligibility

Open to school and college students (no prior design experience needed).

  • Story & Content Guidelines

The AR story must be created within the event time frame.

It should include at least:

  1. At least 3-4 3D objects or images (from Aero’s library or imported models)
  2. Animations (Move, Rotate, Scale, or custom effects)
  3. At least one user interaction (Tap, Swipe, Walk Closer)
  4. Text/dialogue to guide the story
  • Submission Process

The final AR experience must be shared as an Adobe Aero link.

Participants must provide:

  1. A 30-second screen recording showcasing the AR experience.
  2. A short description (max 100 words) explaining the story concept.
  • Time Limit & Format

Total event duration: 3 hours

  1. 30 min – Introduction to Adobe Aero & Theme Reveal
  2. 2 hours – Story Creation & Editing
  3. 30 min – Presentations & Judging
  • Judging & Disqualification
  1. Projects must be completed within the given time.
  2. Any inappropriate, offensive, or copied content will result in disqualification.
  3. Judges’ decisions are final and binding.

Requirements

  1. Software & Devices:

Adobe Aero (Free on iOS / Windows Beta)

Laptop with Adobe Aero Beta for content editing and compilation

Smartphone or Tablet (iPhone 8+ / iPad Pro for best performance) with Adobe Aero Player installed

  • Assets & Resources:

Built-in Aero Asset Library (Characters, Objects, Effects)

Free 3D Models (Available from Sketchfab, Adobe Stock etc)

Sound Effects (Optional, from Free Sound sources)

Participants are encouraged to use free resources to build their AR stories.

Judgement criteria:

  • Creativity & Visual Appeal: Imaginative use of available assets, age-appropriate themes.
  • Storytelling & Narrative Flow: Clear narrative structure, effective AR integration.
  • Interaction & Engagement: Intuitive interactions, engaging user experience.
  • Execution & Presentation: Clear presentation, tolerance for minor technical issues.

Important Note: The judging criteria are the same for both school and college students; however, college submissions will be evaluated with higher expectations for depth of concept, technical execution, and overall sophisticatio

Faculty Coordinators

Mr. Prem Kumar