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Since its founding in 2009, Go Short – International Short Film Festival Nijmegen has grown into the leading short film festival in the Netherlands and one of the most influential short film festivals in Europe. The festival is a qualifying event for the Academy Awards, BAFTA, and the European Film Awards, underlining its quality, professionalism, and international relevance.

Go Short functions as a hub for short films, talent development, and international exchange. It provides visibility, network opportunities, and creative growth for filmmakers from all over the world. Each year, the festival presents over 300 short films from more than 40 countries, and welcomes over 500 international industry guests, producers, programmers, distributors, and fund representatives. The industry program continues to strengthen Go Short’s role as a meeting place between regions, generations, and disciplines, while maintaining its roots in Nijmegen.

Next Go Short Industry dates: 7-10 April 2027

About the Industry program

Inspiration

From in-depth panel discussions to visionary keynotes and practical talks, our inspiration program connects filmmakers with fresh perspectives from across the international (short) film landscape. These sessions highlight emerging trends, unveil new creative possibilities, and offer insight into the ever-evolving industry of short film. 

Network

Go Short brings together a unique mix of filmmakers, programmers, producers, and distributors. Through speeddates, closed meetings, and low-key gatherings, participants can grow their network in meaningful and accessible ways. We help build long-term professional connections that often lead to new projects, collaborations, and career breakthroughs. 

Training

With dedicated initiatives such as the Producers Campus and the Writers Room, Go Short offers targeted training opportunities that translate directly into practice. These programs give filmmakers – in the broadest sense of the word – the tools, feedback, and expert guidance they need to refine their craft.

Market

Our market-focused activities – including the Dutch Short Film Pitch, curated distributor screenings, and the exclusive Dutch Short Film Preview – provide filmmakers with direct access to decision-makers. We offer a platform to present new work, find partners, and position films for international visibility. 

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Accreditation

Whether you’re an established professional or emerging talent in the (short) film sector, the Industry Accreditation gives access to everything the festival has to offer.  

Early bird accreditation sales open on: 15 December 2027

How we help talent grow

Dutch Short Film Pitch
Producers Campus
Work in Progress
Speeddates

Dutch Short Film Pitch

The Dutch Short Film Pitch – in collaboration with Screen Talent NL – offers directors based in the Netherlands the chance to present an early-stage film plan or work-in-progress to national and international industry professionals. Participants receive pitch training, present their projects, and build connections that support their films from development to distribution.

Next pitch: 9 April 2027
Open call: 15 December 2026-30 January 2027

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Producers Campus

The Producers Campus is an intensive program for up-and-coming producers focused on furthering them in the next phase of their career. Through workshops, case studies, and peer exchange, participants learn to strategically develop projects and grow an (inter)national network.

Next edition: 7-10 april 2027
Open call: 16 november - 31 december 2026

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Work in Progress

Filmmakers, visual artists and immersive media storytellers – share your work with invited experts and industry colleagues to explore exhibition opportunities and receive creative feedback to your work.

Work in Progress: Expanded Cinema & Open Screen 
Next edition: 8-10 April 2027 
Open call: 15 January-28 February 2027

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Speeddates

Through our multiple speed dating sessions, Go Short makes over 200 matches between filmmakers and industry experts. Whether you're seeking a producer, festival insights, distribution advice, or next steps in your career, the speed date sessions create fast, focused moments of connection.

Next edition: 8-10 April 2027 
Open call: 15 February-15 March 2027

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Partners

Industry Program Partners
Nederlands Filmfonds, VPRO, NPO, Screen Talent NL, OostPact, CineSud, Creative Europe Desk NL | Dutch Culture, QISSA, Budgetcam

Industry Network Partners
BUMA – Music in Motion, New Producers Academy, Nederlandse Audiovisuele Producenten Alliantie (NAPA), Dutch Academy For Film (DAFF), Dutch Directors Guild (DDG), Netwerk Scenarioschrijvers, VERS, Kaboom Animation Festival, Leiden Shorts, Nederlands Film Festival, Talking Shorts, Baltic Pitching Forum, Cannes Cinéma de Demain – Short Film Corner.

Met ondersteuning van:
LiraFonds, SEE NL, European Short Film Network, European Short Film Audience Award, Portugal Embassy, German Films, Spanish Embassy. 

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