Invitation to Become an Official Co-organizing Institution of the IIFSA Astar Award

To promote the integrated development of global film art and technology, and to further enhance the international influence, credibility, and academic excellence of the Astar Award, the International Institute of Film Science and Arts (IIFSA) is now inviting esteemed institutions worldwide to join the Astar Award Co-organizing Network.

This initiative is open to institutions with academic, educational, industrial, media, or cultural engagement in the fields of film, media arts, or related technologies.

Core Responsibilities of Co-organizing Institutions:

Recommend outstanding films, directors, researchers, and technological achievements within their region or sector for Astar Award nominations

• Assist in organizing juries, academic forums, screenings, and promotional campaigns

• Participate in the refinement of award categories, evaluation criteria, and academic standards

• Facilitate international collaboration across education, research, industry, and cultural platforms

We Welcome Applications From:

• Film schools and higher education institutions

• Research institutes and academic think tanks

• Film production companies and technology platforms

• International cultural and creative organizations

• Media agencies and academic publishers

• AI and film-tech-related enterprises

Benefits of Becoming a Co-organizing Institution:

• Receive official authorization as an “IIFSA Astar Award Co-organizing Institution”

• Gain priority access to IIFSA-led international collaborations, research initiatives, screening platforms, and industry matchmaking programs

• Join a global network of innovators shaping the future of film and technology

• Be recognized and featured at the annual Astar Award Ceremony and IIFSA Summit

How to Apply:

Interested institutions may send a letter of intent, a brief introduction of the organization, and contact information to:

Email: secretary@iifsa.org / award@iifsa.org
Application Deadline: Rolling admissions (open year-round)
Official Website: www.iifsa.org

We believe that the future of cinema lies at the intersection of technology and humanity.
We warmly welcome leading institutions around the world to join us in building a globally influential platform for film science and the arts.

Issued by:
International Institute of Film Science and Arts (IIFSA)
July 2025