Submit Your Film Where Your Story Matters

At IF4, we believe filmmaking is more than sizzle; it’s a reflection of soul, adventure, and story. This isn’t about who gets more eyeballs, it’s about whose films people respect, remember, and talk about long after the lights come up.

Why Submit to IF4?

• We Pay Filmmakers
  Your creativity deserves more than applause. We offer fair compensation because we believe great storytelling should be valued.

• Trusted by the Community
  IF4 is the most respected name in fly-fishing film. For over a decade, we’ve championed authentic voices and cinematic excellence. We have earned the trust of audiences around the world.

• A Platform for Impact
  Our audience doesn’t just passively watch; they connect with stories and spread the word. IF4 films inspire conversation, conservation, and culture. If you want to make a difference, this is where your story should be seen.

• Curated Selection
  Every film is carefully chosen by our trusted film selection committee, a group of industry leaders and respected content curators who bring passion and insight to the process. Your work will be in excellent company and judged by voices who truly understand fly fishing and how to tell a story.

Be Part of Something That Lasts

The world doesn’t need more noise. It needs more story mixed with sizzle and more films that matter. IF4 is where filmmakers come to build something meaningful. Submit your film today and bring your story to life on the world’s most respected fly-fishing film stage.

Ready to share your story? Submit your film and join a community that values films people respect, remember, and talk about.

Now Accepting Entries in These Categories:

Feature Film:
Duration: 12 to 18 minutes
Films should highlight fly-fishing themes such as adventure, travel, conservation, and related stories. Please note that purely instructional or “how-to” fly-fishing films are not suited for the festival environment.

Short Film:
Duration: 7 to 11 minutes
Films should explore fly-fishing subjects including adventure, travel, conservation, and stories. Again, purely instructional “how-to” fly-fishing films are not appropriate for the festival.

Important Dates:

• Rough-Cut Submission Deadline: October 31, 2025

• Official Selection Notification: November 4, 2025

• Final Submission Package Due: November 15, 2025

Submission Guidelines:

• All entries must be submitted by the legal owner(s) or authorized agents with full rights to all content, including royalty-free rights to footage, graphics, and music.

• Submissions are accepted from individuals and production companies alike.

• Films must not depict illegal, irresponsible, or unethical behavior or activities.

• Content referencing non-conservation-minded or offensive practices is strictly prohibited.

• Final submission packages must include: Finished film file, trailer file, two or more short promotional clips (10-15 seconds each), 20 high-resolution images, film synopsis (3-5 sentences), short story (800 words), film title, licensing documentation for your submission

Technical Specifications:

• Accepted file formats: 1080p30 or 1080p24, H.264 encoded .MP4 or .MOV

• Bitrate: 20-30 Mbps recommended (higher is better)

• Files must be progressive scan (no interlaced footage accepted)

• Aspect ratio: 16:9 or widescreen only (3:4 or 3:2 will be rejected)

• Audio levels must be normalized: peaks no higher than -2 dB and no important audio below -18 dB; dialogue must be clearly audible over background music

• Sponsor logos or branding are allowed only in end credits and must not exceed 20 seconds in length

• All content must be original and exclusive to IF4