The Fly Creator Excellence Awards (FCEA) is a groundbreaking International festival spotlighting short films, online content, documentaries, and music videos, with an unforgettable red carpet awards night in Sydney. Designed to highlight innovation, cinematic excellence, and engaging storytelling in the online space. Whether you're a filmmaker, vlogger, musician, or educator, Fly Creator Excellence Awards celebrates high-quality digital content and the creative minds behind it.

Who Should Submit?

...Short filmmakers
...YouTube / TikTok creators
...Music video directors
...Documentary makers
...Students & emerging artists
...Digital storytellers pushing boundaries

Open to entries internationally.

....Earlybird Deadline: June 1 — Save on submission fees.
....Limited early entries receive shoutouts on our platforms.

Awards & Prizes

5 REASONS TO SUBMIT TO Fly Creator Excellence Awards

Visibility: Increase exposure by showcasing your high-quality content to a global audience.

Recognition: Get recognized for your creativity and production excellence in a competitive, yet supportive, environment.

Networking: Connect with other creators and industry professionals to open doors for future collaborations.

Opportunities: Attract potential sponsorships, brand partnerships, and business opportunities.

Promotion: Get promoted on FCEA's platforms and website.

Categories:

>>Best Cinematic Short Film<<
Cinematic and narrative short films with strong storytelling ( Under 25 minutes) published/distributed on any online platforms in the last 12 months.

>>Best Comedy Sketch<<
Inclusive of comedy sketches, parodies and contents with Strong production value published/distributed on any online platforms in the last 12 months.

>>Best Experimental <<
Inclusive of video art, experimental videos, artistic contents and Visually excellence in storytelling published/distributed on any online platforms in the last 12 months.

>>Best Short Short (Under 5 mins)<<
Cinematic and narrative short films with strong storytelling ( Under 5 minutes) published/distributed on any online platforms in the last 12 months.

>>Best Animation<<
Inclusive of 2D, 3D, stop-motion, or mixed media, with Outstanding animated storytelling, published/distributed on any online platforms in the last 12 months.

>>Best Cinematic Vlog<<
Vlogs that go beyond the everyday, blending personal storytelling with high-level visuals, editing. It's real life, beautifully told, published/distributed on any online platforms in the last 12 months.

>>Best Music Video<<
Perfect harmony of sound and visuals, Creative, high production quality published/distributed on any online platforms in the last 12 months.

Awards Night Program:

Red Carpet & Media Interviews
Photo opportunities and live press coverage.
Networking Session– Creators and industry professionals connect.

Opening

Welcome Speech – Hosted by a well-known Australian presenter, introducing the festival’s mission and vision.
A look at the media trends from the last 12 months.
Inspirational Guest Speaker Segment
Industry insights from featured guests.

Awards Ceremony

Nominee highlight reel.
Announcement of the winner & acceptance speech. Winners briefly talk about their creative process

Closing Remarks

Acknowledgments and gratitude to sponsors and attendees.
A relaxed setting for continued connections and celebration.

Rules & Terms

Submission Guidelines:

1. Submission fee PER ENTRY are applicable and FCEA does not offer submission waivers.

Eligibility: Content must be no older than 12 months from the festival submission date.

Video Length: Submissions should be under 30 minutes.

Format: MP4, MOV, or any high-resolution format. Please provide a link to your content.

Subtitles: English subtitles are required for non-English content.

Content Requirement: Any content that does not match the category in which it is submitted will be rejected without a refund.

**Rules**
Rules & Terms
1- Rights & Permissions: By submitting to the festival, you confirm that you own all rights to the film and have secured all necessary permissions for third-party materials, including music, trademarks, logos, and intellectual property. You are solely responsible for any legal issues related to unauthorized use, and FCEA bears no liability.

2- Submission Process & Eligibility: All submissions must be made through FilmFreeway or other approved platforms using an online screener—no discs, DVDs, or downloadable files. If the provided screening link is inactive or incorrect, the submission may be deemed ineligible. FCEA reserves the right to disqualify entries that do not meet eligibility requirements without a refund.

3- Fees & Refunds: Entry payments are non-refundable. Withdrawals, non-selection, mistaken purchases (e.g., certificates, tickets, spotlights), or event cancellations do not qualify for refunds. If a payment dispute arises, the entrant may be responsible for related fees incurred by FCEA.

4- Selection & Screening: FCEA may automatically shortlist films for screening, and once participation has been publicized, films cannot be withdrawn. Selection is not guaranteed, even for priority submissions or special invitations.

5- Communication & Disqualification: Filmmakers must respond to festival communications regarding screenings. Failure to do so or engaging in conduct that violates the Rules & Terms may result in disqualification, with potential legal action if necessary.
6- Judging & Feedback: FCEA is not required to disclose the identities of screeners or judges, notes, feedback, or details about the selection process. The festival also disclaims liability for any opinions, comments, or critiques related to submissions.

7- Promotional Use: FCEA reserves the right to use submitted film materials, including sequences, stills, and music, for promotional purposes on social media, print, and the festival website. IMDb data of associated industry members may also be shared.