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SIMIFF 2026 Film Music Competition

Submit Your Film Score

Please review the requirements carefully before submitting.

Before You Begin

You will need:

A video link of your scene with music
An audio-only file of the cue (mp3 preferred)
A full orchestral score in PDF format

Please note that:

Submissions are final once submitted
Entry fees are non-refundable
Optional SVSO Orchestral Reviews are independent of judging

SIMIFF Film Music Composition Competition Submission

Please complete the form below to submit your score for consideration in the SIMIFF Film Music Composition Competition. You will be asked to provide basic information, a private video link to your scored scene, an audio file of the music, and a PDF score. Submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis. All required materials must be submitted at the time of entry. Entries will close on July 13 2026 11:59pm PST and the winners will be announced when all judging has been completed.

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Competition Name

Composer Name(Required)

First Last

Submitter Name (if different from Composer)

First Last

If you are submitting on behalf of a composer, or if the composer is under the age of 18, please enter your name here. Submissions for composers under 18 must be completed by a parent or legal guardian.

Email(Required)

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Country Of Residence(Required)

Title Of Submitted Cue(Required)

Name Of The Piece Of Music

Associated Project Title(Required)

Film, series, game, or project the cue was written for.

Video Link(Required)

Please provide a private Vimeo or YouTube link containing the scene with music. Ensure the link is accessible for judging.

Is The Video Link Password Protected

Yes

Video Password

Please enter the password needed to view the video link.

Audio File Upload(Required)

Accepted file types: mp3, wav, Max. file size: 20 MB.

Please upload an audio-only version of the submitted cue (mp3 preferred).

Full Score (PDF)(Required)

Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 25 MB.

Upload a clear, legible PDF of the full score. Tabloid size preferred. Do not submit parts unless requested.

Competition Entry Fee(Required)

Price:

Early Bird rate is available until March 21st. On March 22nd the price will change to the regular rate of $65.

SVSO Orchestral Review (+$25)(Required)

Please Add A SVSO Orchestral Review

I Do Not Want A Review

This optional written review offers professional feedback on orchestration, musical storytelling, and suitability for live performance. Reviews are provided independently and do not affect judging.

Have you been provided with an official SIMIFF submission coupon?

Yes

Coupons are issued selectively and are not available upon request.

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Please enter the coupon code here

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Competition Terms and Conditions(Required)

SIMIFF Film Music Competition – Terms & Conditions

By submitting an entry to the SIMIFF Film Music Competition, the individual completing the submission confirms that they have read, understood, and agree to these Terms & Conditions and have the legal authority to do so on their own behalf and, if applicable, on behalf of the composer.

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1. Eligibility

The SIMIFF Film Music Competition is open to composers worldwide. All submissions must be completed and submitted by an individual who is 18 years of age or older.

If the composer is under the age of 18, the submission must be completed by a parent or legal guardian on their behalf. By submitting an entry for a minor, the parent or legal guardian confirms acceptance of these Terms & Conditions and assumes full responsibility for the submission.

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2. Submission Requirements

All submissions must be completed in full at the time of entry and include all required materials as specified on the competition submission page. Submissions are considered final once submitted and may not be revised, replaced, or updated.

Incomplete submissions may be disqualified at the discretion of SIMI Film Fest.

If selected for live performance, composers may be asked to adapt the orchestration of their submitted work to match the performing ensemble. This adaptation does not constitute a revision of the original submission and applies only to the performance preparation process.

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3. Rights, Permissions, and Clearances

By submitting to the competition, entrants confirm that they have obtained all necessary rights, licenses, and permissions required to submit the music and any accompanying audiovisual materials for judging, review, and potential live performance.

Responsibility for securing all required rights and clearances rests solely with the submitter prior to submission. SIMI Film Fest and the Simi Valley Symphony Orchestra assume no responsibility for rights clearance of submitted materials.

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4. Performance Rights

If selected for performance, entrants grant SIMI Film Fest and the Simi Valley Symphony Orchestra the non-exclusive right to rehearse and publicly perform the submitted music as part of the SIMIFF Film Music Concert and related festival events. Entrants further grant permission for audio and video recordings of such performances to be made and used for promotional, archival, and documentation purposes related to SIMI Film Fest and the Simi Valley Symphony Orchestra.

This permission is granted solely for the purposes of competition presentation, rehearsal, performance, and related promotional, archival, and documentation use, and does not transfer ownership of the work.

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5. Compensation

There is no financial compensation provided to entrants or composers for rehearsals or live performances unless explicitly stated otherwise in writing. Participation in the competition and any resulting performance is voluntary.

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6. Judging and Selection

All judging decisions are final. SIMI Film Fest reserves the sole right to select winning submissions and determine programming for the Film Music Concert.

Optional orchestral reviews provided by the Simi Valley Symphony Orchestra are independent of the judging process and have no influence on competition outcomes.

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7. Selection Commitment & Participation Requirements

If selected for performance, entrants agree to participate in the SIMIFF Film Music Concert and may not withdraw their work from the competition or performance once selection has been confirmed.

Selection may involve rehearsal scheduling, score preparation, printing, marketing, and promotional materials. Entrants acknowledge that SIMI Film Fest and the Simi Valley Symphony Orchestra may reasonably rely on their participation when making such arrangements.

Entrants further agree to cooperate in good faith with all reasonable production, rehearsal, and promotional requirements, including meeting stated deadlines and providing requested materials in a timely manner.

If selected for performance, composers will be required to provide complete, accurate, and professionally prepared digital parts for all instruments in the final performing ensemble by stated deadlines. Digital delivery of parts is sufficient; physical printing will be handled by SIMI Film Fest and the Simi Valley Symphony Orchestra.

SIMI Film Fest reserves the right to revoke a selection and remove a work from the concert program, even after public announcement, if an entrant fails to meet required deadlines, does not provide necessary materials, becomes unresponsive, or otherwise impedes the reasonable production and presentation of the performance.

If selected for performance, entrants grant SIMI Film Fest and the Simi Valley Symphony Orchestra the right to use the composer’s name, likeness, biographical information, and submitted work title in promotional, marketing, press, and documentation materials related to the competition, concert, and festival.

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8. Prizes and Awards

Any prizes, awards, recognitions, or performance opportunities are subject to change, modification, or withdrawal without notice at the discretion of SIMI Film Fest. No substitutions or cash equivalents are guaranteed unless explicitly stated.

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9. Payment and No-Refund Policy

Submissions are not considered complete or valid until payment has been successfully processed. SIMI Film Fest is not responsible for incomplete submissions resulting from failed or declined payment transactions.

All entry fees and optional add-on purchases are non-refundable under all circumstances, including but not limited to submission errors, disqualification, scheduling changes, or failure to be selected.

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10. Scheduling, Production, and Force Majeure

SIMI Film Fest and the Simi Valley Symphony Orchestra reserve the right to make reasonable changes to scheduling, instrumentation, personnel, programming, rehearsal structure, or performance logistics due to production considerations, performer availability, or unforeseen circumstances.

SIMI Film Fest and the Simi Valley Symphony Orchestra shall not be held responsible for cancellation, postponement, or modification of any performance or event due to circumstances beyond their reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, venue issues, public health concerns, or performer unavailability.

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11. Use of Submitted Materials

Submitted materials are used solely for competition administration, judging, review, rehearsal, and performance purposes. Materials will not be publicly distributed or shared beyond these uses without the composer’s permission.

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12. Limitation of Liability

SIMI Film Fest and the Simi Valley Symphony Orchestra shall not be liable for any technical issues, submission errors, lost files, or third-party platform failures beyond their reasonable control.

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13. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

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14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms & Conditions is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

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15. Acceptance of Terms

By submitting an entry, entrants acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions in full.

I have read and agree to the SIMIFF Film Music Composition Competition Terms & Conditions.

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