Let's build the future of vertical cinema together

There's more than one way to be part of Vertical Shorts Festival. Whether you're a creator, a fan, a brand, or a studio, there's a place for you.

Join the community

The easiest ways to step into the vertical cinema community and grow with the festival, open to everyone.

Ambassador Program

For actors, models, influencers, and creators who use their online presence to represent the festival and champion vertical cinema.

  • ★ Free attendance to all events and screenings
  • ★ Discounts on your festival submissions
  • ★ Featured across our channels
  • ★ A real voice in shaping vertical cinema
Apply to join →

Volunteer Program

Ideal for anyone who wants to get more involved in the vertical community. Volunteers help our screenings and awards night happen, and get an inside look in return.

  • ★ A festival pass and official credentials
  • ★ Hands-on experience across the festival
  • ★ Networking and a credit on the team
Apply to volunteer →

Stay in the Loop

Follow along and never miss a screening, a deadline, or a winner announcement. The easiest way to get involved.

  • ★ Never miss a deadline or event
  • ★ First to know winners and selections
  • ★ Behind-the-scenes from the festival
Follow the festival

Work with us

Bring your brand, your studio, or your slate to the first festival for vertical cinema.

Sponsor the Festival

Put your brand in front of a global, mobile-first audience at the first festival built for vertical cinema.

  • ★ Custom sponsorship tiers
  • ★ On-screen and in-app placement
  • ★ Presence at the awards ceremony
Become a sponsor →

Become a Partner

Studios, platforms, and fellow festivals: let's collaborate to push vertical storytelling forward.

  • ★ Co-marketing and cross-promotion
  • ★ Content and distribution tie-ins
  • ★ Industry collaboration
Start a conversation →

Screening Packages

Bring your vertical slate to the screen. Flexible packages to showcase and celebrate your titles.

  • ★ Curated screening events
  • ★ Audience and press exposure
  • ★ Flexible package options
See packages →

Why partner with Vertical Shorts Festival

The first festival built entirely for vertical cinema, with a real audience and a growing global community behind it.

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Submissions
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Award Categories
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Not sure where you fit?

Tell us about your goals and we'll help find the right way to work together.

Email our partnerships team
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