The AI Film Awards expands to Las Vegas, offering global recognition for AI-assisted short and feature films by 31 December 2026
The AI Film Awards franchise, which already runs in Bali and Cannes, opens a Las Vegas edition accepting AI-assisted short and feature films via FilmFreeway until 31 December 2026.
The AI Film Awards franchise, which already operates editions in Bali and Cannes, is now running a Las Vegas instalment. The competition accepts AI-assisted films in both short and feature categories, submitted through FilmFreeway, and positions itself as part of a broader international awards circuit aimed at the growing community of filmmakers working with generative AI tools.
Before entering, it is worth being clear-eyed about what is on offer. The prize here is not cash, distribution, or festival screening time. It is an official Las Vegas-branded laurel and recognition across the AI Film Awards network. For filmmakers building a credits page, seeking validation within the AI filmmaking community, or wanting a named award for a project that already exists, that may be sufficient reason to submit. For those seeking material reward or career-defining exposure, the Slamdance DIG category or the World AI Cinema Festival may serve better alongside or instead of this one.
What you submit
The competition accepts short films and feature films made with AI assistance. The page specifies that any AI tool is permitted, which means hybrid productions combining AI with live action or traditional post-production are eligible alongside fully AI-generated work. Submissions are processed through FilmFreeway, so you will need an account on that platform to enter.
Prize structure
The prize is entirely non-monetary. Winners and selected films receive:
- Official AI Film Awards Las Vegas laurels (the badge image used on posters and promotional materials)
- Recognition across the AI Film Awards network, which includes the Bali and Cannes editions
- Visibility within the global AI film community as represented by the franchise
There is no cash component, no distribution deal, no physical trophy listed, and no screening event confirmed on this page. If a trophy or screening is part of the Las Vegas edition, that detail is not published here.
Entry fee
The listing directs entrants to FilmFreeway for fee information and does not publish a specific figure. FilmFreeway fees for awards-circuit entries typically vary by submission tier and entry date, and often increase as the deadline approaches. Check the FilmFreeway listing directly for current pricing before committing.
Eligibility
The competition is open globally. There is no stated restriction on nationality, country of residence, or prior credits. Both amateur and professional filmmakers may enter.
Terms worth reading
The page does not publish detailed terms and conditions. Rights and licensing terms, if any, are not disclosed here and would need to be reviewed on FilmFreeway or by contacting the organiser directly. Entrants should confirm, before submitting, whether the organisers claim any licence to screen, distribute, or use submitted footage for promotional purposes. The page does note that contest details are verified against the organiser's official page each morning, with the deadline last verified on 21 July 2026.
Deadline
Submissions close on 31 December 2026. No cutoff time or timezone is published. Submit at least a day in advance to avoid any last-minute FilmFreeway platform issues.
The official entry page on FilmFreeway is where all submissions are processed.