School of Media Studies

ONE WEEK LEFT to submit your film to The 9th Annual NYC Independent Film Festival

Want the chance to screen at the 9th Annual NYC Indie Film Festival? Submit your film today! 
The 9th Annual NYC Independent Film Festival will run May 7 – 13, 2018 and will screen over 200 indie films, as well as host panels, live shows, after parties, and so much more! 
This is your last chance to be a part of it all! The extended and final deadline for submissions is January 31. Visit their website for the complete list of submission categories. 
Every filmmaker who submits will receive free access to casting tools and talent database provided by Backstage and a 10% discount off their first booking on Peerspace.
Confirmed Prizes for 2018 Categories:
All winners will receive:
Free access to licensed music catalgoue for your next project provided by Epidemic Sound
1 year complimenterary membership and pitch listing on iPitch.tv 
Best Director
Panasonic AG-DVX200 4K camera
Best Cinematography
SONY PXW-X70 (free 2 week rental)
Best Narrative Feature
Best Documentary Feature
Best Short Film
Distribution deal with ShortsTV
Best Super Short Film
Distribution deal with ShortsTV
Best Short Documentary
Best Short Script
Free listing on InkTip
ISAConnect Membership & writers showcase feature 
Best Animation
Best Music Video
Best Actor
iActing Studios one-year subscription to online classes
Best Actress
iActing Studios one-year subscription to online classes
Best VR Video
$200 cash
Best Short Sketch Comedy Video
$200 cash
Best TV Pilot
$200 cash
Best Web Series
$200 cash
Best Art/Experimental Film
& more to be announced!

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