2026 FESTIVAL STICKER DESIGN CONTEST

Are you a creative visionary? An artist or designer with a love for AAHSFF, film, and New York City? Now’s your chance to leave your mark on the largest student film festival in the world.

We’re excited to launch our very first Sticker Design Contest, where your artwork could become the official 2026 festival sticker, which will be seen, shared, and collected by filmmakers from across the globe.

What It Is: 

Design a custom sticker that captures the spirit of the 2026 festival. The winning design will be produced and sold during festival weekend this October, meaning your work will be part of the experience for thousands of attendees.

The Guidelines:

• Incorporates a film theme, a New York City vibe, or a creative combination of both

• Uses blue as either a primary or secondary color - Festival Blue: #4296eb, Alternate Blue: #0d51a3

• Is 100% original — designs created with AI tools will not be considered

• May include AAHSFF branding (optional, not required)

• Is submitted as a PNG (CYMK Color Profile) file via FilmFreeway

• Costs nothing to enter — submission is completely FREE!

Important Note:

• By submitting your design, you grant AAHSFF exclusive rights to use the artwork.

Submission Deadline:

• Friday, July 3, 2026

• Don’t wait until the last minute—give yourself time to perfect your design!

Prizes:

Grand Prize Winner:

• A Wacom One Creative Pen Display

• Saturday & Sunday Day Passes to the 2026 festival

2nd and 3rd Place:

• Exclusive AAHSFF merchandise packs

Why Enter:

• Get your work seen by a national audience

• Build your creative portfolio

• Be part of the visual identity of a major film festival

• Show off your passion for film and design