Call for Film Submission

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Call for Film Submission

Art and Creative Skills Collective

Submission deadline: March 30, 2026
Screening Date: April 18, 2026
Film Length: Minimum 10 minutes (maximum 25 minutes)
Eligibility: Filmmaker must be 14 – 27 years old

Are you a young filmmaker with a story to tell? We invite youth 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,” highlights 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 with the filmmakers, offering a chance to share your creative journey with the community.

Read all submission guidelines forms.gle.

Share your story, showcase your creativity, and be part of a powerful platform for youth voices.

Submit your film today!

ART FOR SMILES 2026
CALL FOR SHORT FILMS:
STORIES THAT SHAPE US
ACSC is inviting youth filmmakers to submit short films. We
are looking for powerful, creative, and authentic stories that
explore themes of Stories That Shape Us.

Selected films will be screened at our annual Art for Smiles
celebration on April 18, 2026.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

Submissions guidelines include:
· Primary filmmaker must be 14-27 years of age at the time of submission
. Films must be at least 10 mins long (max 25 mins)
· The filmmaker must be available for the post-screening discussion during the event.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE
MARCH 30, 2026

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