Young Creatives: Young Filmmaker

This is a preview of the Young Filmmaker 2026 form. You will be able to start a submission when the round opens at 31 May 2026 (AEST)

Young Filmmaker 2026

* indicates a required field.

Name *

Title

First name

Last name

Age *

Applicants must be aged 12-25

Date of Birth *

Must be a date.

Address *

Address line 1

Address line 2

Suburb/Town	State	Postcode

Phone Number *

Email *

Place of Study

If applicable name school, university or other institution

Name of Parent/Guardian

If entrant is under 18

Parent/Guardian Email

If entrant is under 18

Title of Film *

Artist's Statement *

Word count:

The Artist's Statement should include what you made and why you made it. Maximum of 80 words.

Library Item that informed the work

Specify which item/s from the library collection inspired you or is referenced in your work. See the YC webpage for more details.

List all additional filmmakers the work is attributed to?

Please provide name and email of any co-creators

Running time *

Film should be between 2 and 7 minutes long

Equipment and software used *

Category *

Response required.Response required.

12-15 years old

16-18 years old

19-25 years old

Clear

File share link *

Must be a URL. Link to your film here. Your account settings may prevent us from opening the file. Please check permissions before submitting to ensure we can access file.

How did you find out about this Award? *

Checklist (Not Applicable)

Response required.Response required.

I study, work, live or use libraries in the Inner West Council LGA and am aged between 12-24

I have read the guidelines on the use of generative AI tools in YCA entries as outlined on the YCA webpage

I have read the Terms and Conditions on the YCA webpage

I understand that if shortlisted, I may be asked to re-upload my film in an alternate format

All images and music are original and/or not subject to copyright

Clear

I, the entrant, have read and accept the Terms and Conditions on the Library website and have adhered to all.

Your Name *

Title

First name

Last name

Date *

Must be a date