Animaji Festival

About

AniMaji Fest is a physical animation festival that takes place in New York City and welcomes audiences from all over the world. This festival showcases a diverse range of animated films, from timeless classics to cutting-edge new releases. With AniMaji Fest, you can experience the wonder of animation in person and immerse yourself in a vibrant community of animation enthusiasts.

    Join us for a celebration of creativity, imagination, and storytelling like no other!

    The festival features engaging workshops, insightful panel discussions, and exciting guest appearances, making it the ultimate destination for anyone who loves animation. Don't miss your chance to be a part of this unforgettable event in New York City. We can't wait to see you there!

Awards

Awards & Prizes

- STOP MOTION AWARDS
1st PRIZE
2nd PRIZE
3rd PRIZE
SPECIAL MENTIONS & DISTINCTIONS

- 2D ANIMATION AWARDS
1st PRIZE
2nd PRIZE
3rd PRIZE
SPECIAL MENTIONS & DISTINCTIONS

- 3D ANIMATION AWARDS
1st PRIZE
2nd PRIZE
3rd PRΙZΕ
SPECIAL MENTIONS & DISTINCTIONS

- STUDENT AWARDS
1st PRIZE
2nd PRIZE
3rd PRIZE

Rules

Entry Categories:
AniMaji Festival accepts entries for short animated films in 2D, 3D, Stop Motion, and Student categories.

Entry Requirements:
The following screening formats are eligible for inclusion: H.264.
Technical Requirements:

File extension: .mp4
Video Codec: H.264
Video Frame Rate: 24, 25, 29.97, or 30 fps
Aspect Ratio: Any
Resolution: 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080
Field Dominance: Progressive
Audio: AAC 48 kHz

To be eligible for selection, films must have been completed after January 1, 2022, and have a duration of 10 minutes or less.

The official languages of the festival are English. Non-English language films must have an English-subtitled screening copy available for selection.

Important Notes:

1.AniMaji Fest will take place at the prestigious Glow Culture Center in New York City. The festival will feature screenings of award-winning animated films in a physical venue for audiences to enjoy the magic of animation on the big screen.

2.In addition to the physical screenings, AniMaji Fest will also offer a streaming platform for selected animations to be enjoyed online. Audiences from all over the world can experience the festival's diverse range of animated films from the comfort of their own homes. With innovative storytelling and stunning visuals, the online platform offers a unique opportunity to explore the world of animation and discover new talent.

Premiere Requirements

No premiere requirement