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San Diego International ShortsFest: deadline and submission guide | Circkit

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San Diego International ShortsFest

San Diego, United States

Premiere: No premiere requirement
Formats accepted: Shorts, Documentaries

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Last verified 25 June 2026

About San Diego International ShortsFest

The San Diego International ShortsFest, presented by the San Diego International Film Festival organization, is a short film festival using film to spark conversations on important global and humanitarian topics, accepting short films from around the world.

Awards this festival can qualify you for

CSA Animated · Canadian Screen Award — Best Animated Short
Winning a Best-of / jury distinction at this CSA-eligible international festival qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.
CSA Doc Short · Canadian Screen Award — Best Documentary Short Film
Winning a Best-of / jury distinction at this CSA-eligible international festival qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.
CSA Feature Doc · Canadian Screen Award — Best Feature Length Documentary
Winning a Best-of / jury distinction at this CSA-eligible international festival qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.
CSA Short · Canadian Screen Award — Best Live Action Short Drama
Winning a Best-of / jury distinction at this CSA-eligible international festival qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.

San Diego International ShortsFest submission FAQ

Does San Diego International ShortsFest require a premiere?

No premiere requirement. San Diego International ShortsFest accepts films that have screened elsewhere.

Where is San Diego International ShortsFest held?

San Diego International ShortsFest takes place in San Diego, United States.

Is San Diego International ShortsFest a scam, or is it legitimate?

San Diego International ShortsFest is a legitimate, established film festival: it is listed in Circkit's curated, human-vetted festival database, which deliberately excludes known scam festivals and certificate mills. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay. You can also run San Diego International ShortsFest through Circkit's free Scam Radar for an independent safety check.

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Is San Diego International ShortsFest right for your film?

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