Newburyport Documentary Film Festival

The filmmaker has read and understood the rules and regulations and to the best of their knowledge, all statements are true. The filmmaker is duly authorized to submit this film to the Newburyport Documentary Film Festival.

-- Upon submission, the filmmaker consents to allowing their screener material to be shared in its entirety with appropriate Newburyport Documentary Film Festival staff, including programming staff, volunteer screeners, and other appropriate members of staff; shared with press outlets in efforts to secure press for the film; with final jury members; and with select individuals representing community partners who may be interested in supporting the film’s screening or taking part in a panel or Q&A associated with the film.

-- The festival is hereby also granted the right to utilize image(s) and/or biographical information of the filmmakers for promotional purposes. The festival reserves the right to fill in any information not supplied by the filmmaker from whatever source available and will not be responsible if incorrect information is entered.

-- It is the responsibility of the filmmaker to secure authorization for any copyrighted material that may be used in the film. The filmmaker shall indemnify and hold harmless Newburyport Documentary Film Festival from and against any and all claims, liabilities, losses, damages, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney's fees, and costs of the court) which may be incurred by reason of any claim involving copyright, trademark, credits, publicity, screening, and loss of or damage to the screening videos entered.

-- Films should be completed no earlier than October 1, 2024.

-- By submitting, the filmmaker expressly acknowledges and agrees that they shall be bound by the terms of this agreement.

-- If your film is accepted, you'll be asked to provide digital press materials that include a short 30-word synopsis, filmmaker credits, and high-resolution digital photos. and a trailer. Short films do not require a trailer but the filmmaker is encouraged to supply one.

-- The screening format and all technical requirements will be shared in the acceptance letter sent to those filmmakers whose films have been selected.

-- Foreign language films must be made available with English subtitles.

-- Submitters of accepted films agree to provide a download link to the exhibition copy of their film to NDFF by the date requested by the technical team, usually three weeks before the festival. NDFF does not return marketing materials such as posters or postcards after the festival's conclusion.

-- All entry fees paid are non-refundable.

-- Student Entries rules, terms, and an entry form are located at www.nbptdocufest.org/festival-yes-submission