Our date for the WIFTA Short Film Showcase will take place September 21, 2024 and will be a part of our 9th Annual Women in Production Showcase to include screenings, panels, workshops, networking and more!

Each year, Women In Film & Television Atlanta (WIFTA), often in conjunction with Women In Film & Television International (WIFTI), hosts a short film showcase that highlights the work of talented filmmakers throughout the Southeast and beyond. There is a focus, of course, on uplifting the works of strong Women filmmakers, crews, and leads. We accept entries from independent filmmakers from all genres - drama, comedy, action, sci-fi animation, political, documentary and experimental.

Women In Film and Television Atlanta (WIFTA) is dedicated to improving the status and portrayal of women in film, television, video, and other screen-based media by offering opportunities for media makers to connect, create, champion and inspire. With an emphasis on professionalism, education and training, we support the work of women in moving images media and foster greater public awareness of their efforts.

Awards & Prizes

The Best Short Film will receive a $500 Prize Award.

We also include the top film from each of the following categories:

* Best Actor
* Best Animation
* Best Director

Rules & Terms

Short Films eligible for review must adhere to the following guidelines:

• Must be 2-20 mins or less (including opening and closing credits/title sequence)
• Must have at least 1 of the following: a Woman Director, Producer, Writer, Cinematographer, or prominent lead actress (Films with a strong female cast will also be accepted for consideration).
• Must have been completed in 2021 or later.

If your film is selected:

• You are expected to provide a link to download your film so that we can project it at the festival. Only Google Drive and Dropbox are accepted. You can also make your film downloadable on FilmFreeway or Vimeo.
• All films must be under 4GB and 1080HD Max in either MP4 or MOV format.
• We do not accept DCP files.
• We do not screen 720p or SD Files.
• We do not stream from YouTube or Vimeo at the event.

UNFORTUNATELY, THERE IS NO SCREENPLAY COMPETITION THIS YEAR.

IMPORTANT:
• WIFTA does NOT pay screening fees.
• WIFTA does NOT offer refunds for submitted works.
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  • Rainbow Dickerson

    THE RIVER was thrilled to be a part of the WIFTA 2024 showcase! Thank you to the festival organizers for their commitment to, and support of, women in film! Onward and upward!

    October 2024
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  • Celeste Banks

    I am thrilled that my film was selected for this showcase. It's always been a dream of mine to show my work with this organization. I highly recommend this event to expand your industry connections.

    September 2024
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  • Safiya Songhai

    Excellent networking, Excellent line-up, Cash Prizes for the winners, and a beautiful venue to celebrate women filmmakers. I highly recommend this festival. WIFA is encouraging women filmmakers to shine and rise in the industry.

    My film won Best in Fest.

    December 2023
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  • Ms. Monique Berkley

    Very important... Really good communication with organizers of the WIFTA festival. Professional and well organized.

    December 2020
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  • Jasmine Jewet

    Such a great event! The films screened were sooo good, with so many different fresh perspectives. Everyone was so kind and I'm looking forward to the next!

    August 2018
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