You’ve made a short film; Maybe even two or three. Now what?

Getting into festivals is just the beginning. In this interactive event we’re helping filmmakers navigate the festival circuit, build industry connections, and leverage their short films for future opportunities.

Join us for an insightful workshop and interactive networking session featuring top festival programmers and industry insiders, including London Short Film Festival and BTG Films. We’ll break down the entire festival process—from crafting a strong submission to making meaningful connections during your run and strategising next steps beyond the circuit

We’ll cover…

• How to Get Accepted in the First Place – Tips on catching a programmer’s eye and selecting the right festivals for your film.
• Making the Most of Festivals – Smart networking strategies and tips on how to maximise this time
• Beyond the Festival Circuit – Taking your short further, from distribution to developing a feature.
• 1:1 Industry Conversations – The opportunity to speak 1:1 with festival programmers

Speakers include London Short Film Festival Programmers and the BTG Films team,  with programmers from Raindance, Open City Documentary Festival , Queer East Festival, London Film Week, and Kino London all joining us.

Whether you’re prepping for your festival run or looking to take your short to the next level, this event is your guide to navigating the festival landscape.

Spaces limited!