Linz International Short Film Festival Film Talent Academy SCHOLARSHIP 2026-27

Open to Female/Non-binary Filmmakers in Linz

The Linz Women’s Office and the Film Talent Academy – Linz ISFF are offering a scholarship for one female /non-binary filmmaker from Linz!

Don’t miss this opportunity to develop your new film project with the Film Talent Academy and pitch it to industry professionals at the Linz International Short Film Festival 2026 and the Festival de Cannes 2027.

As part of the programme, the Film Talent Academy will travel to the Festival de Cannes with all selected talents, giving participants the opportunity to experience one of the world’s most important film festivals, connect with the international film industry, and gain access to the world’s leading film market.

SHORT FILM LAB

Presented by the Film Talent Academy – in collaboration with Festival de Cannes – SFC Rendez-vous Industry

The Short Film LAB is a dynamic two-phase development and industry-access program for promising emerging filmmakers developing their next short film. Designed to sharpen creative concepts, build professional networks, and elevate international visibility, the LAB helps filmmakers position their projects for success.

PHASE 1 – Online Masterclasses & Linz ISFF Residency

From August to October 2026, participants will join online masterclasses focused on pitching strategies and project presentation.
In October, filmmakers will attend a 4-day residency during the Linz International Short Film Festival, where they’ll pitch their short film projects in front of a selection committee.
All participants will receive a certificate of participation. Around 10 projects will be selected to continue to Phase 2.

PHASE 2 – Mentoring & Cannes Pitch Event

From December 2026 to May 2027, selected filmmakers will receive focused mentorship, script guidance, and project refinement.
The program concludes with a high-level pitch session at the Marché du Film during Festival de Cannes 2027, offering direct access to international co-producers, curators, and industry professionals.

Projects and participants will be featured on the Talent page of the Linz ISFF website, and final short films will be screened at future editions of the festival.

ELIGIBILITY

Participants: One Female/Non-binary filmmaker from Linz will be selected and receive the SCHOLARSHIP.

Role of the Applicant: The writer and director must be the same person.

Previous Experience: Applicants must have completed at least one short film.

Project Requirement: Projects must be for a short film currently in development.

Commitment: Full availability for both phases of the program is required.

Language: English proficiency is necessary.

If you are interested in participating in this Lab, please complete the form below carefully no later than August 15, 2026.

TALENT Academy LINZ ISFF 2024 (Call for female filmmakers in Linz)

Name of writer and director

First

Last

The name of the producing company or person (If this option exists)

Project Title

Duration

Phone

Date of Birth

Address

Country of Origin

Language

Log Line (max. 30 words)

Synopsis (max. 700 words)

Director’s / writer’s statement of intent, theme and other backgrounds (max. to 700 words)

Date of pre-production (Approximately)

Date of production (Approximately)

Date of post-production (Approximately)

Estimated Budget

Covered Budget

In what particular way do you think your project can benefit from participating in the Talent Academy Program, and what are your expectations? (max. 200 words)

Have you participated in any other training initiative, project development programme or workshop with this project? (max. 200 words)

In this section, please enter the link of the latest movie made by you.

Password

Website/URL

I agree with the evaluation of my film project by the Talent Commission of the Linz International Short Film Festival.

YES

I Am a Female or Non-binary Filmmaker in Linz

YES

If you are human, leave this field blank.