Discover our wide range of industry offerings: from related events and initiatives to our talent development programs and industry services.
Together with SWISS Films and SRG SSR we organize the excluisve Awards Special Screening which takes place during the Zurich Film Festival. The screening of Switzerland’s official Oscar entry aims to boost its chances for a nomination.
The International Film Music Competition invites film composers to create their own original score for a designated short film.
Leading FeMales focuses on inspiring women who talk about their careers and the various challenges they face in the film industry.
SoundTrack_Zurich is a two-day specialized event on film and media music that takes place as part of the Zurich Film Festival.
With SRF Writer's Day, Swiss Radio and Television (SRF) and the Zurich Film Festival (ZFF) are setting an example for the work of authors by focussing on screenwriting and script development in the early stages.
The ZFF Masters are moderated discussions with well-known personalities from the international film industry. The audience gains an exciting insight into their creative work and their attitude as filmmakers.
At the ZFF, local filmmaking makes a strong impression. With the Zurich Film Night we emphasize, together with the Zürcher Filmstiftung, the economic and social importance of filmmaking in Zurich.
The prestigious Zurich Summit is a leading platform for the creative industries. This two-day boutique conference brings together a distinguished lineup of film producers, sales executives, creators, entrepreneurs, and financiers from the film, entertainment, and technology sectors. The unique focus is on bridging the markets of Europe and the USA, creating unparalleled opportunities for cross-market collaboration.
Every year, the ZFF Academy talent development program brings together up-and-coming filmmakers with international film experts, providing a platform with international appeal and a program tailored to the specific needs of the participants.
The three-day ZFF Summit Climber training program takes place from September 25 to September 28, 2026 during the Zurich Summit weekend. The ZFF Summit Climber is designed as a mentored talent development program that acts as a knowledge and networking platform.
Film submissions for the 23rd Zurich Film Festival will open in spring 2027. We look forward to many exciting entries.
From July 21st, industry representatives can apply for industry accreditation for the 22nd ZFF in order to take advantage of our specially curated industry events and initiatives.
The industry and press screenings are exclusive film screenings from the official festival program for the accredited industry and press. They are accessible with the personal industry or press badge.