Worldwide Entries
The New Jersey Film Awards welcomes submissions from filmmakers around the world.
Enter the Competition
Submit Your Film
Share your work with the New Jersey Film Awards and compete for monthly recognition across film, acting, screenplay, and technical categories.
01 · Why Submit
Recognition Starts Here
Submitting to NJFA gives your project the opportunity to move beyond completion and into recognition. Films, performances, screenplays, and technical achievements are considered for finalist and winner honors, with selected work featured through our website, awards ceremony, laurels, certificates, and social media.
Recognition Includes
Monthly Recognition
Worldwide Recognition
40+ Award Categories
Official Winner & Finalist Laurels
Personalized Winner Certificates
Recognition on the NJFA Website
Monthly Online Awards Ceremony
Official NJFA Trophy Available to Eligible Winners
02 · Before You Enter
Choose the Right Category
Review the available award categories before submitting so your project is entered where it fits best.
Before Submitting
Review the current award categories
Choose the category that best fits your project
Review the AI Submission Policy
Review the official rules and guidelines
Check Current Deadlines
Submit through the official NJFA FilmFreeway page
Eligibility
Before submitting, make sure your project meets the applicable eligibility requirements.
Eligible Categories
Submit your project in the award category that best represents your work.
AI Policy
Projects using generative AI should comply with the NJFA AI Submission Policy and be entered into the appropriate AI category when applicable.
Official Rules
Review the current rules, deadlines, and submission requirements on FilmFreeway before entering.
03 · Recognition
More Than an Award
Recognition continues beyond the announcement of the monthly winners.
Winner & Finalist Recognition
Official NJFA Laurels
Recognition on the NJFA Website
Monthly Awards Ceremony Recognition
Social Media Recognition
Personalized Certificates for Winners
Official NJFA Trophy Available to Eligible Winners
Ready to enter?