What is Online Magic?

Online Magic is a modern evolution of magic performance tailored for digital platforms. It embraces interactive, engaging, and visually striking effects designed specifically for online audiences, maintaining the essence of live magic while leveraging the possibilities of digital communication. This category seeks to bridge the gap between traditional magic and contemporary digital entertainment.

1. Participation Requirements

• Participants must submit a video, preferably in vertical format, with a duration of 30 seconds to 3 minutes (recommended duration: 1 minute and 30 seconds).
• The video can be filmed in either a public or private setting.
• No video tricks, special effects (FX), or digital editing that alters the magic effect are allowed.
• Teasers or promotional videos are not accepted.
• Participants must also submit a separate explanation video detailing the method used. This is required to verify that no video special effects have been used. This video is strictly for the judges and will not be publicly available.
• Each artist may submit multiple videos, but for each submission, a separate application form must be completed, and a €20 fee must be paid individually.

2. Pre-Selection Details

• Submitted videos will be periodically published on official platforms.
• Non-compliant videos may be blocked at the sole discretion of the judging panel.
• The video receiving the most likes on social media will earn a wild card and automatically qualify as a finalist.
• A panel of online magic experts will review all submitted videos.
• The top 20 videos (including the wild card winner) will be selected by mid-April for the FISM WCM 2025 ONLINE MAGIC – DEMONSTRATION CATEGORY COMPETITION finals.

3. Timeline

• January 2025: Opening of video submissions.
• April 1, 2025: Deadline for video submissions.
• Mid-April 2025: Selection of the 20 finalists.
• FISM WCM 2025 (July 14-19, 2025): Presentation of the selected videos, final judging process, and awards ceremony.

4. Voting Process

• During the FISM WCM, the 20 selected videos will be shown at key moments throughout the event.
• WCM25 attendees will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite video through an official app.
• The audience vote will be considered alongside the judges’ evaluations, which will follow the official FISM grading scale.

5. Awards and Ceremonies

• The awards will be announced before the official FISM WCM award ceremony.

• The awards ceremony for the Demonstration Categories will be held on the main stage before the official FISM WCM ceremony.

6. Awards

• • 1st Place: FISM ITALY 2025 WORLD Champion Online Magic – Demonstration Category
  • 2nd Place and 3rd Place awards will also be presented.
  • Awards ceremony for the two Demonstration Categories will be held on the main stage before the official FISM WCM ceremony.

7. Special Mentions and Recognitions for Online Magic

In addition to the competition awards, FISM WCM 2025 will introduce special recognitions for contributions to the online magic community:

• Best Online Magic Magazine
• Best Magic Newsletter
• Best Magician Communication Platform
• Best Magic Podcaster
• Online Magician of the Year – Awarded to a magician who represents magic online, upholds the art’s values, and positively contributes to the community.
• Breakout Online Magician of the Year – Recognizing a magician who has shown significant growth online and is making an impact despite being relatively new to the scene.

If you would like to nominate an Online Magic contributor who is not yet listed, please use the form below. New nominations will be reviewed on a weekly basis.