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ReelShort, the first vertical streaming platform dedicated to cinematic short-form storytelling, has launched a Global Contest designed to spotlight emerging and established filmmakers.
This is an incredible opportunity to:
- Showcase your work to a global audience
- Compete for cash prizes up to $100,000
- Explore potential production opportunities with ReelShort
What You Need to Know
Submissions must be original, vertical videos (9:16) between 45–90 seconds, in MP4 or MOV format.
**Contest runs from July 18 – October 16, 2025
Awards and Prizes
The contest features 4 theme-based award categories and 3 special award categories.
- Theme Awards (200 winners total) include up to $10,000 cash plus ReelShort VIP subscriptions.
- Special Awards include the Best Series Award (up to $50,000), Editorial Honor Awards, and Student Creator Awards.
About ReelShort
ReelShort is dedicated to championing cinematic storytelling in a vertical, short-form format. The Global Contest is part of their mission to connect filmmakers with new audiences and industry opportunities.
