Austin Film Series Short Film Submissions

Submit your film to our short film festivals in Austin, Texas

Submit Your Film

The Austin Film Series accepts short film submissions through FilmFreeway.

FilmFreeway is the official submission platform used by festivals worldwide and is the only way to submit films for consideration to Austin Film Series events.

What to Prepare Before Submitting

Before submitting on FilmFreeway, make sure you have:

• A completed film

• Runtime and basic production details

• A short synopsis

• English subtitles if the film is not in English

All submission requirements, categories, deadlines, and fees are listed on each festival’s FilmFreeway page.

Live Screenings

Austin Film Series festivals are built around public screenings in Austin with real audiences. Films are reviewed by festival programmers for quality, fit, and audience experience.