A networking platform where budding youth filmmakers nurture and hone their craft, with opportunities to connect to the local and regional industry.
The National Youth Film Awards (NYFA) is a national award that celebrates excellence among youth talents who are highly adept in their respective fields across the various aspects of filmmaking in Singapore. It seeks to instill a greater appreciation of film, fuel the passion for filmmaking, and generates opportunities for further development in their craft. NYFA is an important stepping stone in
these emerging filmmakers’ journey, and through it, they get to connect with industry partners and gain greater visibility, be it for festivals or commercial opportunities. To date, more than 1,800 submissions have been received across the Student and Open Youth categories.
22/09/2025
FILM CRITICS LAB 25/26
👀 Always have a hot take after watching a film? Why not get paid to write it? 💸
Film Critics Lab is back for its 4th edition!
Calling all aspiring film critics! Join our 4-month mentorship programme and get personalised guidance from industry experts to sharpen your film reviews, commentaries, and interviews.
Here’s what you’ll get:
🎥 Free access to film screenings and festivals
📝 1-on-1 mentorship from industry pros
🤝 Connect with fellow aspiring critics and cinephiles
💵 Publish your work & get paid
Take the next step in your writing journey and apply by 15th October: bit.ly/fcl-2526
24/07/2025
What does it take to get your film on the festival circuit, make local stories resonate globally, and tap into the power of a film community?
Find out at Film Facilitation Collective: Open Panels, a day of dynamic discussions designed for young and emerging filmmakers to connect, learn, and grow.
From navigating the global festival scene to leveraging community, local stories, and even Gen AI, hear from industry experts across 5 engaging panels:
1️⃣ Film Festivals as a Career Launchpad
2️⃣ Collective Voices: The Power of a Film Community
3️⃣ Going Local, Thinking Global
4️⃣ Case Study: We Can Save The World!!!
5️⃣ AI DOJO: Grappling with Gen AI as Filmmakers
Gain practical tips, expand your network, and explore what it takes to thrive in today’s filmmaking world.
📍 *SCAPE Gallery | 23 August 2025 | 1PM – 8PM
📅 Apply by 22 August 2025
🔗 Check out a series of engaging panel talks at bit.ly/ffc25-panels
17/07/2025
🎬 Ready to call the shots on set? Here’s your chance to learn from the pros.
Meet more mentors and speakers from our Film Facilitation Collective (FFC) as they take you behind the scenes with hands-on sessions in directing, producing, writing, editing, and cinematography.
🎞️ Dive into masterclasses, gain insider tips, and connect with fellow creatives who share your passion. Build your skills and be part of a community that’s all about growth and support.
📍 Directing, Producing, Cinematography, Writing, and Editing: 8 participants per track
👉 Sign up now: bit.ly/ffc25
🕛 Deadline: 19 July 2025, 23:59
09/07/2025
🎬 Tell your story. Make your mark at Singapore Youth Film Festival (SYFF) 2026.
From animation to live action to documentary, if you’ve got a short film, we want to see it.
💡 Don’t miss your shot to share your voice with the world. Submissions are open now till 27 July.
👀 Plus, check out the jury and selection committee, made up of filmmakers, industry pros and some of the most exciting voices in film today!
🎦 SYFF 2026 is presented by SCAPE, in partnership with Objectifs - Centre for Photography and Film
📧 For more details and to submit your short film, visit bit.ly/syff-2026
30/06/2025
💥Film Facilitation Collective 2025💥
🎬 Want to learn from industry professionals and elevate your filmmaking skills? Meet some of our Film Facilitation Collective (FFC) mentors and speaker, who will guide you through hands-on sessions in directing, producing, writing, editing, and cinematography.
🎞️ Join the Film Facilitation Collective for masterclasses, real-world insights, and meaningful connections with like-minded creatives. Grow your craft and be part of a supportive filmmaking community.
Stay tuned as we reveal more mentors and speakers in the coming weeks!
📅 16, 17, 23 Aug
📍 Directing, Producing, Cinematography, Writing, and Editing: 8 participants per track
👉 Sign up now: bit.ly/ffc25
🕛 Deadline: 19 July 2025, 23:59
23/06/2025
🎬 Singapore Youth Film Festival (SYFF) | As part of SYFF 2026’s 3-part campaign, following “Focus”, we are introducing "Gather", a space where community grows through collaboration and supports the passion for storytelling. It brings filmmakers and storytellers together to connect and learn.
Join the Film Facilitation Collective to meet like-minded creatives, share insights, and elevate your craft in a 3-day forum led by industry mentors. 🌟
Explore your creative process, build connections, and be part of a vibrant film community.
📅 Film Facilitation Collective (FFC): 16, 17, 23 Aug
📍 Limited slots in Directing, Producing, Cinematography, Writing, and Editing
🎞️ Stay tuned for updates on Film Facilitation Mentorship and Film Critics Lab.
👉 Sign up for FFC by 19 July: bit.ly/ffc25
16/06/2025
🎬FILM FACILITATION COLLECTIVE 2025🎬
🎬 Ready to create, connect, and grow in film? Join our Film Facilitation Collective to learn from industry pros, hone your craft, and collaborate with like-minded creatives. Whether you’re into directing, producing, cinematography, writing, or editing, this is your chance to level up together. 🌟
🎞️ Expect hands-on masterclasses, insider tips, and real conversations that help you sharpen your skills and expand your network. Be part of a community that supports your journey.
📅 16, 17, 23 Aug
📍 Limited slots in Directing, Producing, Cinematography, Writing and Editing
👉 Sign up now by 19 JULY 2359: bit.ly/ffc25
12/06/2025
🎬 Singapore Youth Film Festival (SYFF) 2026 🎬
As part of SYFF 2026’s 3-part campaign, we are introducing “Focus”, the beginning of filmmaking, where an idea becomes the focal point of your creative journey.
Whether you’re an animator, a filmmaker working in documentary or live action, or a bold storyteller, this is your moment! Submit your short film and gain the recognition you deserve. 🎞️
💡 Don’t miss your shot to share your voice with the world. Submissions are open now till 27 July and stay tuned for the nominees reveal in Oct 2025.
🎦 SYFF 2026 is presented by SCAPE, in partnership with Objectifs - Centre for Photography and Film
📧 For more details and to submit your short film, visit bit.ly/syff-2026
13/05/2025
🎬Calling all budding filmmakers under 35! Singapore Youth Film Festival (SYFF) is back!
Ready to make your mark on the big screen? This is your chance to make waves in the local film scene. Submit your short films and gain the recognition you deserve. 🎞️
Don't miss this opportunity to push your craft and share your artistic vision with the world.
Tag a filmmaker friend who needs to see this! 🎥
🎦 Singapore Youth Film Festival 2026 is presented by SCAPE, in partnership with Objectifs - Centre for Photography and Film
📅 Submission Deadline: 27 July 2025
📧 For more details and to submit your short film, visit bit.ly/syff-2026
16/04/2025
Momo Distribution Grant 2025 [DEADLINE EXTENDED]
The Momo Distribution Fund aims meet the gap in the short film distribution landscape and support emerging filmmakers from Southeast Asia. The grant will support each short film with a cash amount of S$1000 each.
FFM is a a year-long mentorship for up to 5 youth filmmakers 35 and under, offering $10,000 in seed funding, personalized guidance from internationally acclaimed mentors, and access to distribution and marketing support.
👀SIGN UP FOR ONLINE BRIEFING ON SYFF.SG👀
📅 Briefing dates: 20 & 21 November 7pm (registration closes the day before 2359)
📅 Pitch Submission Deadline: 15 December 2359
No time to waste, sign up now! 🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️
visit syff.sg for more details
13/11/2024
Singapore Youth Film Festival (SYFF) 2024 - Award Ceremony
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Set up to promote and celebrate youth filmmakers, the National Youth Film Awards (NYFA) is a national award that seeks to instill a greater appreciation of film, fuel the passion for filmmaking, and generate opportunities to further develop and exhibit youth talents who are highly adept in their respective fields across the various aspects of filmmaking in Singapore. To date, more than 1,000 submissions have been received across the Media Student and Open Youth categories.
For four years running (since its inception in 2015), NYFA has provided youths with recognition, validation, and industry network, in addition to the platform to showcase their talents in film. Regardless of background, *SCAPE hopes to encourage all youths to explore their interests and provide the opportunities to acquire the skills and network needed to establish their footing. Apart from that, NYFA also acts as an enabler for filmmakers to find partners and collaborators to work on future projects.
NYFA is an important stepping stone in these emerging filmmakers’ journey, and through it, they get to connect with industry partners and gain greater visibility, be it for festivals or commercial opportunities.
The annual awards ceremony is held at *SCAPE Ground Theatre and graced by Ms Grace Fu, Minister for Culture, Community and Youth as the Guest-of-Honour. In 2018, 28 awards were presented to recognise 21 winning films and 41 individual winners. A total of 450 guests comprising government, sponsors, schools and industry representatives were present at the ceremony.
About NYFA 2019
Since its inception in 2015, NYFA has been cultivating a community of likeminded media enthusiasts, and is the connecting point for youths to network and collaborate. Through NYFA, some of our alumni have been commissioned for various video campaigns by corporate and industry partners such as Adobe, PAVE and SONY.
Together with industry partners, veterans, and institutes of higher learning, the NYFA programme is designed to spark deeper conversations amongst likeminded individuals and hone their crafts in filmmaking. NYFA supports artistic works from both aspiring and professional filmmakers and is committed to nurture the aspiration, vision, and creative spirit of these youths. All youths from both media and non-media backgrounds are encouraged to take part.
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