Decoding Film Festival Submissions

Join us for an illuminating discussion on how to approach the film festival circuit as a documentary filmmaker. Our panel of programmers Artistic Director Jaie Laplante (DOC NYC), Basil Tsiokos (Sundance Film Festival), Milton Guillen (Camden International Film Festival), and Annina Wettstein (DOK Leipzig), will offer insights into the submission process, including crafting a captivating cover letter and effectively communicating with festival programmers. Discover how to maximize your festival experience, generate publicity, and create buzz for your film. Panelists will share their do’s and don’ts for festival engagement, including tips on working with pre-screeners and what to expect after submission. Don’t miss this chance to learn from the pros and get your burning questions answered!

Keep the Conversation Going: Don’t stop the learning! Head straight to a separate Zoom room (link shared during the event) for an exclusive post-webinar discussion with Malikkah and fellow attendees.

Tickets are $19 ($14 for IFC Center members). 

Or get a Season Pass good for all four spring 2024 online sessions, for $55 ($40 for IFC Center Members).

Tickets are non-refundable.

If you have questions about registration, please email ticketing@docnyc.net. For questions about accommodations and accessibility, including requests for live ASL interpretation, please email accessibility@docnyc.net.