Award-winning filmmaker Chris Wilcha and Park Pictures are collaborating with Volvo on a brand sponsored documentary series for a major streaming platform.

Do you own a Volvo with a story to tell? 

Currently seeking real Volvo owners with compelling life stories—where their car, in big or small ways, played a role. Maybe it was there for a life-changing journey, an unexpected adventure, or just the quiet days that mattered most. If your car has been part of a meaningful moment in your life, we’d love to hear about it. 

All ages, sexualities, gender identities, abilities and ethnicities are encouraged to submit (no acting experience is preferred).

Some story examples include:

• Bringing your newborn baby home from the hospital in your Volvo
• Moving your family crosscountry in your Volvo
• Going on a road trip with your first love
• Camping with your family during a rainstorm, where your Volvo was the only safe space
• Driving every week to visit an ailing loved one at the hospital
• Learning how to drive in your dad’s Volvo
• Inheriting your Dad’s volvo after passing the driver’s test with flying colors
• Surviving car accident unscathed in your Volvo and the epic life events to follow

Requirements:

• • Must live in New Jersey/New York, Florida, Texas, or California
  • Must be legal to work in the US
  • Must have a clean driving record
  • Must be be a real Volvo owner (if you owned one previously, and don't currently own one, it's still ok to submit)

IMPORTANT NOTE: In order to be considered for this project, you will be asked to submit photos and videos of yourself and your group (if your story involves more than just you!). Please gather the following media request before completing the form. Filling out the form should take between 15-20 minutes. 

• 1-2 selfies of each member of your group. NO SUNGLASSES, HATS, OR FILTERED PHOTOS. (please make sure these are current photos)
• 2-3 group photos. (not everyone has to be in every photo). Feel free to take new photos for this submission or pull from your camera roll. 
• 1-3 exterior photos of your Volvo. Please make sure at least 1 of these  photos shows the entire length of the car. 
• 2-3 interior photos of your Volvo. Please open each door of the car one at a time, and take a photo of the interior from outside each open door. Please sit in the back seat and take a clear, wide-angle photo of the dashboard. Make sure to include visible dashboard and photos of your trunk if you use it creatively. 
• Archival photos. (optional) Any photos from the past that help tell your Volvo story more visually! (ex. a photo of a vintage Volvo owned by your grandpa) 
• 1 video of you sharing your story. A short 2-5 min video of you answering some questions and sharing your story. See instruction at media request page. 

 SUBMIT THIS FORM BY MONDAY JULY 6TH

(EARLY SUBMISSIONS APPRECIATED!)

Please upload the following photos:

• 1-2 photos of each member of your group. NO SUNGLASSES, HATS, OR FILTERED PHOTOS. (please make sure to use current photos)
• 2-3 group photos. (If relevant). Not everyone has to be in every photo. Feel free to take new photos for this submission or pull from your camera roll.
• 1 full length photo of your Volvo.
• Archival photos. (optional) Any photos form the past that help tell your Volvo story more visually! (ex. a photo of a vintage Volvo owned by your grandpa)
  1 video of you sharing your story. A short 2-5 min video of you answering some questions and sharing your story. See instruction at media request page.

Follow these guidelines carefully as it could affect your chances of being chosen if we do not receive all media requested.

• NO professional headshots. NO sunglasses or hats on. NO filtered photos. 
• Please rename the files of the photos with each person's name if submitting a group.
• Photos should be taken recently and reflect your current looks (hair cut/color, facial hair, etc). 

Please record a video of yourself answering these questions: 

• Your name and where do you live (city + state)
• What's the model and year of your current and/or past Volvo's
• Tell us your story. Whether it's a cherished memory, a tale from a transformitive phase of life, or something extraordinary--we want to hear it. Please be sure to mention how your Volvo played a role in the story/memory. 
• If you were to recommend a Volvo to a friend, family member or co-worker, what would you say? Give us your pitch! 

Recommended Setup 

• Sit in your Volvo's driver seat, place your phone horizontally on the dashboard, and record with natural daylight
• Park in a quieter place, close windows, and turn off background noises
• Bonus tip: Do a quick test recording first 

Optional: 

• feel free to upload any candid or archival videos involving your Volvo