Tell the story only you can tell. We’ll bring the audience.

What We’re

Looking For

Skyfire welcomes films that illuminate environmental issues, celebrate solutions, and inspire meaningful action. Whether your story centers on climate justice, conservation, biodiversity, youth leadership, or regenerative innovation, we’re here to amplify your vision.

Why Submit
to Skyfire

Skyfire is more than a festival—it’s a platform for impact.
We champion films that illuminate climate challenges, environmental justice, biodiversity, youth leadership, and regenerative innovation.

Submitting to Skyfire means:

Your film is seen by a mission-aligned audience passionate about environmental storytelling.
Screenings in three Arizona cities, expanding reach and visibility.
A festival committed to zero-waste events, climate education, and community engagement.
Promotion across social media, press, and partner networks for selected films.
A filmmaker-first approach, with meaningful programming, Q&As, and networking opportunities.

At Skyfire, your work doesn’t just screen—it sparks dialogue and inspires action.

Festival Impact

in Numbers

Facts & Figures

120 Films

Film Entries Received

A total of 119 films have been submitted so far, with new entries continuing to arrive across all categories.

32+

Countries Represented

Submissions from more than 30 regions across the globe.

Submission Categories

Narrative, Documentary, Youth, Student, College, and more.

3 Cities

Festival Locations

Skyfire screens films across three host cities—Phoenix, Tempe, and Mesa—uniting audiences through a zero-waste weekend of storytelling, community events, and environmental action.

Eligibility

Ages under high school grade level
Film length: 2–5 minutes
Films may be shot on any equipment

Requirements

Submit through FilmFreeway
Cover letter must include school/homeschool name & grade
Parental involvement may be reviewed
No entry fees

Youth Division (Under High School Age)

Eligibility

High school students (18 and under)
Film length: 2–12 minutes

Requirements

Submit through FilmFreeway
Cover letter with school name, grade, and any AI usage
No entry fees

High School Division (18 & Under)

Eligibility

Undergraduate or graduate students
Film length: 2–20 minutes

Requirements

Cover letter with school, major, year, and AI usage
No entry fees

College & University Student

Eligibility

Environmental documentaries under 20 minutes
Less than 50% reenactment

Requirements

Cover letter noting AI usage

Fees:

Earlybird: $20 / $15 Gold
Regular: $25 / $20 Gold
Late: $30 / $25 Gold

Documentary Short

Eligibility

Environmental documentaries over 20 minutes

Requirements

Cover letter must include reenactment % and any AI usage

Fees:

Earlybird: $20 / $15 Gold
Regular: $30 / $25 Gold
Late: $50 / $40 Gold

Documentary Feature

Eligibility

Scripted films with environmental themes
Up to 20 minutes

Requirements

Cover letter noting AI usage

Fees:

Earlybird: $20 / $15 Gold
Regular: $30 / $25 Gold
Late: $50 / $40 Gold

Narrative Short

Important Dates

January

Regular Deadline

Submit your film before the regular submission window closes.

February

Late Deadline

Final chance to submit before entries close for the year.

February

Notification Date

Filmmakers are notified of acceptance status.

How to Submit Your Film

Submitting to Skyfire is simple. All films are accepted exclusively through FilmFreeway. Choose your category—Narrative, Documentary, Student, or Youth—and upload your project, cover letter, and required details. Earlybird, Regular, and Late deadlines are now open, and we continue to welcome new submissions daily.

Submit Your Film