Film Independent Project Involve 2026
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Before You Begin
Thank you for your interest in Film Independent's Project Involve. This annual program will take place in person in Los Angeles from January through October 2026. Project Involve accepts filmmakers into specific tracks that, together, form short film production teams. When applying to Project Involve, you apply to one specific track: writing, directing, writing/directing, producing, cinematography, editing, programming or an executive track. You may apply to be considered for multiple tracks, but please note that each separate track would require a separate application and the payment of a separate application fee.
You may also use this application to apply for the Project Involve LAIKA Animation Track, which will take place from January 2026 through October 2027. When submitting to the LAIKA Animation Track, you can choose among the following tracks: directing/lead animation, editing, producing, supporting animation or writing.
Please complete and submit the following electronic application form. You will be able to save your application and add documents or information until the application deadline.
Once you click "submit," the application will be considered final and no additional information will be accepted. If you do not click "submit," the application will not be considered.
At the end of the submission form, you will be asked for your payment information.
It is the applicant's responsibility to carefully review their application and confirm eligibility prior to submission. Upon final submission, one's application can not be withdrawn or refunded.
Please be advised: the application may time out if you keep it open for a long time. It is recommended that you keep a backup of your answers in a separate document. Save early and often. You can verify that your application has saved by logging out and logging back in.
Film Independent Membership is not required when applying to Artist Development programs. However, all participants accepted into the programs are required to join Film Independent at the standard annual General Membership rate of $105.
Applicants will be notified 6-8 weeks before the start of the program. If you don't receive a notification, please check your spam folder.
Applications Open: May 19, 2025
Regular Deadline: July 14, 2025
Extended Member Deadline: July 28, 2025
Accessibility Film Independent is committed to hosting events that are accessible. For inquiries regarding accessibility, or to request an accommodation, please contact us at accessibility@filmindependent.org.
Program Questions?
Please contact the Artist Development team at artistdevelopment@filmindependent.org.
Technical Questions?
Check out the Submitter Resource Center or contact Submittable Customer Support.