ZFF Academy

Explore! Connect! Collaborate!

In an effort to bring together as much talent from the field of filmmaking as possible, the Zurich Film Festival has been running the ZFF Academy (formerly ZFF Master Class) since 2006. Each year, 20 aspiring producers, directors and screenwriters from around the world are chosen from hundreds of applicants to take part in this 5-day talent promotion program.

The next ZFF Academy will take place from Wednesday, September 30 to Sunday, October 4, 2026, as part of the 22nd Zurich Film Festival (September 24 to October 4).

Applications for the ZFF Academy 2026 are no longer being accepted.