Call for entries for The New Media Film Festival 2026 edition

ENTRIES – New Media Film Festival®  Iconic. Real. Connected.

Before “new media” was a buzzword, this festival was already building the future. Now it’s your turn.

Opening submissions started across 25 Classic & Tech Categories — from features, shorts, animation, and documentaries to VR, AR, AI, web series, podcasts, mobile, drone, and more. If you’re creating stories that honor culture, spark connection, and push boundaries, this is your stage.

Why Enter?

• Get seen IRL + digital — red carpet, screenings, viral‑ready experiences
• Meet the legends — jury includes execs from Marvel, HBO, BBC, ABC, Rolling Stone, Simon & Schuster
• $45,000 in awards — studio time, production services, distribution opportunities
• No gatekeeping — all ages, all cultures, all formats welcome
• Real deals happen here — funding, book deals, casting, distribution
• The Grand Prize is a launchpad for creators — from exclusive meetings with HBO or Marvel to studio time in Los Angeles, premium production services, and a $1,000 Filmustage subscription. Check out the Best of Category & Top 3 Script awards https://www.newmediafilmfestival.com/submit

What’s at Stake?

Recognition that actually means something — our stages have hosted Nobel Laureates, Oscar winners, Emmy legends, viral creators, and teen prodigies.

Your IP stays yours — this festival doesn’t play ownership games. You made it. You keep it. Period.

Access that isn’t just a buzzword — this isn’t a panel selfie moment. It’s where deals get made, scripts get optioned, and creators find their tribe.

 Innovation is New Media Film Festival® DNA — first to program AI films, holographic comics, immersive formats, and blockchain storytelling to mention a few, before anyone else even knew what they were.

Be there June 3 Online –June 4, 2026 | Different content & creators each day |Los Angeles | Hybrid Experience screenings, live Q&As, immersive activations, and global networking. Every moment is designed to spark creativity, connection, and cultural impact.

Submit Your Work Where visionaries get seen — and the future gets made. Be bold. Be first. Be celebrated. https://www.newmediafilmfestival.com/submit

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