Dear Filmmakers, below are various options to find more information about submitting your film to us. After reviewing, if you have any other questions, please contact us at programming@sbiff.org. We look forward to seeing your films.

Deadlines and Fees

Submission Opening Date: Friday, July 1, 2022

Early-bird Deadline: Friday August 19, 2022
Feature Film Submission Fee: $45
Short Film Submission Fee: $35

Regular Deadline: Friday September 30, 2022
Feature Film Submission Fee: $55
Short Film Submission Fee: $45

Late Deadline and Santa Barbara Filmmaker Deadline: Friday November 11, 2022
Feature Film Submission Fee: $75
Short Film Submission Fee: $55

Final Deadline: Friday December 16, 2022
Feature Film Submission Fee: $100
Short Film Submission Fee: $75

Filmmaker Notification Date: Friday, January 13, 2023

Submission fees are non-refundable.