The 2025 UCA Media Contest

Life Underground: People, Projects, Perspectives

Are you captivated by the abilities of the people in our world? Do you find underground life beautiful and intriguing? If so, then it's time to showcase your perspective in our exciting media contest themed "Life Underground: People, Projects, Perspectives"!

We want to see your creativity shine as you capture enchanting landscapes, innovative technologies, and the brilliant humans that define the underground world. From the intricate designs of tunnels to the bustling activity of underground construction sites, every angle offers a unique story waiting to be told. So don't miss this opportunity to uncover the extraordinary and share it with the world.



Submit your photos and videos today! You could win a cash prize. The last day for submissions is April 30, 2025.

See 2024 Photo Winners     See 2024 Video Winners

UCA Media Contest Prize Categories*:

Best Photos

• First Place – $500 and 1 year of UCA Membership
• Second Place – $250 and 1 year of UCA Membership
• Third Place – $100 and 1 year of UCA Membership
• Honorable mentions – Exclusive UCA branded giveaways

Best Videos

• First Place – $500 and 1 year of UCA Membership
• Second Place – $250 and 1 year of UCA Membership
• Third Place – $100 and 1 year of UCA Membership
• Honorable mentions – Exclusive UCA branded giveaways

*All prizes subject to availability. Please contact Marketing if you need any assistance.

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You will need a photographic release form filled out by any person in your photographs/videos or by a property owner, so please download the appropriate form below and retain for your records.

All winning images & videos will be displayed in an online gallery with credit. Submissions may also appear in future issues of Tunneling and Underground Construction and on the SME/UCA websites and social media to promote future events.