School of Media Studies

Call for Submissions: 8th Annual Winter Film Awards International Film Festival

WINTER FILM AWARDS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL showcases emerging filmmakers in all genres from around the world. Submit your latest work here and use the Student discount code WFA19STDT50 to take 50% off our submission fees.

  • All genres
  • All lengths
  • Animation
  • Horror
  • Music Video
  • Documentary
  • Drama
  • Comedy
  • Shorts
  • Features
  • Web Series
  • Experimental

The 8th Annual Winter Film Awards International Film Festival runs February 14-23, 2019, including awesome film screenings, cool discussion panels and super-fun parties at venues throughout NYC. They award over $100,000 in cash, prizes and distribution opportunities! All selected films are screened at Cinema Village, NYC’s best indie cinema. Winter Film Awards is proudly a Best Reviewed Festival on FilmFreeway.

Early Deadline September 5, Regular Deadline October 15, Late Deadline November 5.

Questions about the Festival, judging process or what they are looking for? Check out their FAQ


WINTER FILM AWARDS IS NEW YORK CITY. Like the city itself, they showcase the eclectic diversity and excitement of the independent arts world. They believe everyone deserves a fair shot at getting their voice heard and they have a rigorous blind judging process to ensure a bias-free review.


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Undergraduate

To apply to any of our Bachelor's programs (Except the Bachelor's Program for Adult Transfer Students) complete and submit the Common App online.

Graduates and Adult Learners

To apply to any of our Master's, Doctural, Professional Studies Diploma, Graduates Certificate, or Associate's programs, or to apply to the Bachelor's Program for Adult and Transfer Students, complete and submit the New School Online Application.

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