**Awards & Prizes**
We Film Tv offers an exciting array of rewards. Films will be judged by We Film Tv judges to determine first, second, and third-place winners. The audience will participate in live voting and critiques to determine the People's Choice Award Winner.
1st Place - Cash Prize $500, We Film Tv Fest Award, winner gift bag, and a special vendor gift.
2nd Place - Runner-up gift bag and vendor gift.
3rd Place - Gift bag.
The People's Choice Award can be achieved by any contestant, and a contestant can win both awards.
**Rules & Terms**
- **Competition Eligibility:** The competition is open to both U.S. and international entries. Please review the specific requirements for each category.
- **Film Length:** Current film submissions are to be short films. Each film should have a runtime of 3-20 minutes. Extended short films could be submitted depending on available time slots for festival runtimes.
- **Language and Subtitles:** Films not in English must be subtitled in English to ensure accessibility.
- **Prior Screenings:** Films that have been theatrically screened, broadcast on television before the competition, or are available on DVD or VOD platforms are not eligible for competition.
- **Quality Standards:** Entries must be HD quality (H.264 MP4 Format) with HD sound (AAC Audio 48000Hz). No 4K files are allowed; 4K files must be converted to the specified format.
- **Submission Format:** Entries should be submitted for pre-screening using FilmFreeway Submission. We do not accept hard copies or links for entries. All submissions must be through our Film Freeway Submission website.
- **Works-in-Progress:** While we accept works-in-progress, it's important to note that we cannot guarantee the review of re-edited submissions. We recommend submitting works-in-progress only if you are close to the final deadline.
- **Multiple Entries:** You may submit multiple entries, but each entry requires a separate entry form and an entry fee. The ticket mandate fee will not be additional—only two films max under one ticket mandate fee.
- **Permission for Showcase:** By submitting your work, including features, shorts, episodic content, pilots, etc., you permit WeFilmTv to showcase your work as part of a competition that includes voting, judgment, criticism, and for promotional purposes.
**WeFilmTv Screening**
The individual or corporation submitting the film affirms that they have the authority to commit the film to be screened during live competitions at any time during film festivals hosted by WeFilmTv. Selected entries must provide exhibition copies in H.264 MP4 format with audio in AAC 48000Hz. Please note that Mac-formatted files are not accepted. A backup MP4 must also be provided if your film is selected for exhibition, to address any digital file issues. All videos must meet HD quality standards with high-quality sound. Films that do not meet these criteria are subject to rejection.
**LIABILITY**
While we take every precaution to care for entries in our possession, we cannot accept responsibility for loss, damage, additional charges incurred en route, or any issues arising due to normal wear and tear or equipment failure. Please do not send original prints or master copies. Additionally, WeFilmTv is indemnified against any and all claims, liabilities, losses, damages, and expenses resulting from any claim related to copyright, trademark, credits, publicity, or screening of any film.
**SHIPPING**
Prizes received by the winner that result in mailing will be sent by WeFilmTv. The costs associated with mailing prizes will be managed by WeFilmTv. Contestants are responsible for any parcels they direct toward WeFilmTv.
**IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS**
- Entry fee (must be paid online via filmfreeway.com).
- A 3-line synopsis (may be used for the Competition Program and website).
- Students must include proof of student status at the time of production (copy of student ID or transcript).
- Selected films that submitted a rough cut must provide a copy of the final edit 5 business days before the competition date. Not doing so may result in the film being disqualified.
- Notification of WeFilmTv Competition acceptance status is scheduled to be given to all entrants on or before the final deadline.
- Projects created must be completed in recent years, from Jan 1, 2022, to the present day. No projects will be accepted unless the rules state otherwise.
- By submitting to this competition, you confirm that this work is yours and has been created within the time presented and that you have the authority to submit this work to WeFilmTv and agree to all of the rules of the competition in its entirety.
**Work in Progress**
Entries do not need to be submitted in their finished form by the submission date; however, the final version must be completed and submitted to WeFilmTv (5) days before the deadline. Please note that we cannot guarantee that the finished copy will be reviewed if a work-in-progress is submitted. We encourage you to submit works-in-progress only if you are close to the final deadline.
**Original Content**
All entries submitted to the WeFilmTv Film Competition must be original works created by the applicant. By submitting to this competition, you confirm that this work is your own and that you have the authority to submit it to WeFilmTv, agreeing to all of the competition's rules in their entirety.
**Revisions**
WeFilmTv considers all entries to be complete. You may send in revisions after an initial or work-in-progress submission, but the revised copy will only be used going forward. Any scoring already complete will remain the same, based on the initial submission.
If you have any questions, please contact us by emailing support@wefilmtv.com and include "Film Name" in the subject line.
**NOTIFICATIONS**
Notification of WeFilmTv Competition acceptance status, timing details, and all other information will be given to all entrants on or before the deadline.
