Exciting News: AYSS Crew Video Competition Returns for 2025 and Beyond
- AYSS Media
- Aug 13
- 2 min read
Back by popular demand and now an annual tradition, AYSS is proud to announce the return of our global drone video competition for superyacht crew: “Love From Above”.
After last year’s incredible entries, we’re excited to see even more creativity, stunning views, and behind-the-scenes brilliance from the crew who bring yachts to life.
🎥 What’s It All About?
We want to see your 60–90 second drone videos capturing the magic around you. Whether it’s sunrise over a still anchorage, bustling ports from above, or your crew in action on deck, we want to see it all at any superyacht destinaiton.
This isn’t about being a pro filmmaker. It’s about showcasing the beauty, energy, and creativity of life at sea, as only crew can.
Need some inspiration? Watch the winning Love From Above video here:
Key Dates
Entries Open: May 1st, 2025
Entries Close: Midnight, October 31st, 2025
Winners Announced: December 2025 at the Antigua Charter Yacht Show
No need to be present to win, but you might want to be!
Judging Panel
With no restrictions on subject matter, we encourage crew to unleash their creativity and showcase both their cinematic vision and technical drone skills.
The esteemed panel of judges from last year are set to return including:
Colin Squire (Founder of Colin Squire Publishing & SuperyachtCaptains.com)
Jainie Cowham (Yacht Photographer & Videographer)
Suki Finnerty (Owner of Yachting Today, Creative Director, Photographer & Videographer)
Michael Kurtz (Former MD of Pantaenius Insurance, Yachting & Classic Car Racing Photographer)
Tom Serio (Freelance Yacht Photographer & Writer)
They will carefully evaluate all entries, with the winning videos revealed during the first week of December 2025 at the Antigua Charter Yacht Show.
Prizes:
We’ll be awarding cash prizes to the top three videos, with the following prizes. Plus, your footage could be featured globally and viewed by captains, agents, and industry pros around the world.
1st Place: US$3,000
2nd Place: US$1,500
3rd Place: US$500
What the Judges Are Looking For:
Our judges will review each submission based on:
Creativity and originality
Visual impact and quality
Unique perspectives or rare moments captured
📌 Important: All footage must be original and unassisted by AI. The judges’ decision is final.
How to Enter:
Captains and crew are invited to submit original drone videos that highlight the multifaceted nature of yachting, emphasising individuality and storytelling through drone videography.
Entry is free, with the competition running from Midday GMT on 1 May 2025 to Midnight GMT on 31st October 2025.
For full terms and conditions including contest rules and guidelines about this drone video competition, FAQ and more, please visit: www.ayss.org/dronecompetition
Since 1991, The Association of Yacht Support Services has offered premium shore support for every vessel, crew and owner via reputable agents in ports worldwide, including the Caribbean, Europe, Mediterranean, North and South America, Pacific, and Asia. With over 60 members across 40+ countries, AYSS’ commitment to excellence and a strict code of ethics has established them as an unrivalled network for vessels globally.
