VISION NETWORK PRESENTS
WHERE STORIES FIND THEIR AUDIENCE.
DECEMBER 11–12, 2026
Huntsville, Alabama
FRIDAY • 6 PM–10 PM
SATURDAY • 3 PM–10 PM
VISION NETWORK TV & FILM FEST MORE THAN A FESTIVAL
Vision Network TV & Film Fest brings independent creators and audiences together around Film, Television, and Podcast storytelling. Built for creators with something to say and audiences ready to discover what comes next, the festival connects original stories, community, and the growing Vision Network experience — in person and online. ABOUT THE FESTIVAL
CREATOR PATHWAYS
YOUR STORY. YOUR FORMAT. YOUR AUDIENCE.
Vision welcomes independent creators working across Film, Television, and Podcast storytelling.
FILM
Original independent film projects and visual storytelling created to reach an audience.
TELEVISION
Original episodic concepts, pilots, web series, and television storytelling.
PODCAST
Original audio-first storytelling, conversations, and creator-driven podcast projects.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Submission Details
Review the current 2026 submission requirements before beginning your application.
SUBMISSIONS OPEN
August 15, 2026
FINAL SUBMISSION DEADLINE
November 15, 2026
SUBMISSION FEES
See the current fee table below. Podcast is available now: Early Bird $20, Regular $30, Final $40.
ACCEPTED PROJECT CATEGORIES
Short Film
Feature Film
Documentary
Student Film
Animation
Music Video
Web Series / TV Pilot
Podcast
Podcast submissions are open now. Submit a private listening link and any required password.
RUNTIME REQUIREMENTS
Short Film: Under 40 minutes
Feature Film: 40 minutes or longer
Additional category runtime requirements: Coming Soon
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Entrants must own or control all rights to submitted content. All third-party materials must be properly licensed.
Submission does not guarantee selection.
Additional eligibility requirements will be published as they are confirmed.
ACCEPTED VIEWING OR LISTENING PLATFORMS
Provide a secure private viewing or listening link that remains accessible during the review period. Include a password if required.
OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION DATE
Creator notification details will be shared separately.
SUBMISSION QUESTIONS
2026 SUBMISSIONS
FILM / TV SUBMISSIONS NOW OPEN
AUGUST 15, 2026
CREATOR NOTIFICATION
DETAILS TO FOLLOW
All eight Film, TV, and Podcast categories, fees, and deadlines are available on the official submission page.
ONE FESTIVAL. TWO WAYS TO EXPERIENCE IT.
IN PERSON
DECEMBER 11–12, 2026
FRI 6–10 PM • SAT 3–10 PM
Huntsville, Alabama
Experience the Vision Network TV & Film Fest alongside creators, audiences, businesses, entrepreneurs, and entertainment supporters in Huntsville.
ONLINE
DECEMBER 11–12, 2026
FRI 6–10 PM • SAT 3–10 PM
Approved Vision Network TV & Film Fest programming may be available online through VisionNetworkOne.com.
THE FESTIVAL EXPERIENCE
BUILT AROUND CREATORS, STORIES, AND CONNECTION
Vision Network TV & Film Fest brings audiences and independent creators together through a shared experience built around original storytelling.
CREATOR CONNECTION
Connect with people across the independent creative community.
STORY DISCOVERY
Discover original voices across Film, Television, and Podcast storytelling.
IN PERSON + ONLINE
Experience Vision in Huntsville or stay connected online.
THE VISION NETWORK EXPERIENCE
Discover a creative ecosystem connecting Media, Productions, Streaming, creators, and audiences.
DISCOVER THE VISION
2026 OFFICIAL SELECTIONS
Official selections will be published after the festival review and creator-notification process is complete.
CREATOR NOTIFICATION
DETAILS TO FOLLOW
PLAN YOUR EXPERIENCE
TWO DAYS. ONE VISION.
FRIDAY
FRIDAY
Official programming and event times coming soon.
SATURDAY
SATURDAY
Official programming and event times coming soon.
EXPERIENCE VISION ONLINE
Approved Vision Network TV & Film Fest programming may be available online through VisionNetworkOne.com.
YOUR PLACE IN THE VISION STARTS HERE.
VISION PARTNERS
Support creativity, storytelling, and the festival community.
VISION MARKETPLACE
Showcase your business, brand, products, services, or creative work.
VISION AMBASSADORS
Help bring the Vision Network TV & Film Fest to more creators and communities.
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WHERE STORIES FIND THEIR AUDIENCE.
VISION NETWORK TV & FILM FEST
DECEMBER 11–12, 2026
Huntsville, Alabama
ALABAMA IN PERSON + ONLINE
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