Viewer Takeover Week!

Download the assets here! Two versions available:

Want to be the star of Backyard FX? Think you have what it takes to create your own episode? To become the next Erik Beck here's what you'll need to do:

Come up with an idea on how to create a cheap special fx for under $50. Shoot the episode including:

  • introduction
  • project description
  • wheel of prosperity
  • shopping list
  • super time lapse build / how-to
  • test film
  • wrap up message
  • quick tip and credits

Bonus points for wearing a plaid shirt! To help complete YOUR Indy Mogul episode we are even giving you some spiffy BFX graphics! Just download either the Quicktime (MOV) or Windows Media Video (WMV) files off this page!
Good luck!

Ready to submit your masterpiece? Upload it to our website and title your submission "Viewer Take-Over". Make sure to include a brief description of your submission as well! The deadline is 11:59pm Sunday December 16th, 2007. The episode will air December 24th!

Special bonus:
Want to turn Erik Steve and Justin into your personal puppets? It's easier than hiring a voodoo priestess! Just print out these designs, cut them out, and fold them up. Download the files below:
Erik Steve Justin
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