Call for Film Submission

Closing Date of Opportunity: March 30, 2026

Name or Organization: Art and Creative Skills Collective

Contact Email: contactusacsc@gmail.com

Website: http://www.acscollective.org

Post Content: Art and Creative Skills Collective is inviting filmmakers to submit their short films for Art for Smiles, our annual community arts event celebrating youth voices, creativity, and storytelling.

This year’s theme, “Stories That Shape Us,” encourages films that explore identity, culture, belonging, and the experiences that influence who we are. Selected films will be screened at the event, followed by a post-screening discussion where filmmakers can share insights about their creative process and the stories behind their work.

Screening Date: April 18
Film Length: Minimum 10 minutes (maximum 25 minutes)
Eligibility: Primary filmmaker must be 14 – 27 years old

We would be delighted to receive your submission and showcase youth storytelling through this platform.

Please read all the submission guidelines - https://forms.gle/de5qH9dZTEbqeHLC9

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us.