Made a short film? We want to see it!
Fresh Film is officially inviting young filmmakers to submit their work for Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year 2027 (IYFTY). Whether you’ve made a comedy, a horror, a documentary, an animation, or an experimental piece, all stories, genres, and styles are welcome.
Why Submit to IYFTY?
Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year is more than just a festival—it’s a platform designed to champion the next generation of storytellers. Selected films are screened for audiences and industry professionals, offering young creators national visibility and invaluable feedback.
Participants also compete for a variety of prestigious category awards, cash prizes, and industry recognitions, including:
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Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year (Senior & Junior Categories)
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Most Sustainable Production Award (Sponsored by Screen Producers Ireland) — recognizing eco-friendly filmmaking practices on set.
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Radharc Trust Award — honoring outstanding documentary work.
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Special Category Awards for Animation, Direction, Screenwriting, International Shorts, and more.
👉 To view the full list of categories, criteria, and prize details, visit our Awards & Categories Page.
Liam Raymond was awarded Ireland’s Junior Young Filmmaker of the Year 2026 for his film ‘Deep Where the Cailleach Lives’.
Photos credit: Andres Poveda ‘IYFTY Final’
Key Deadlines & Submission Info
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International Submissions: Friday, 18 December 2026
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Island of Ireland Submissions: Friday, 15 January 2027
Submissions are free and open to individual filmmakers, school groups, youth clubs, and collective crews.
Got questions about runtime limits, music licensing, or submission formats? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page for all the answers before you submit.
Ready to Submit?
Don’t leave your film sitting on a hard drive! Head over to freshfilm.ie to read the submission guidelines and submit your film via FilmFreeway today.
Poster credit: AleMercado
