Performers & Designers

We are looking for talented performers and designers to join the Shreveport Film & Music Festival! We welcome submissions from a wide range of genres and styles, celebrating the diversity of talent in film, music, and fashion.

 

Benefits & Opportunities for Performers and Designers

 

For Performers (Musicians, Artists, Bands):

  • Perform on an official festival stage with professional sound and lighting.
  • Exposure to 20,000+ festival attendees plus industry guests, filmmakers, and press.
  • Featured in the official festival program, website, and social media campaigns.
  • Chance to network with filmmakers and other artists for future collaborations.
  • Opportunity to be recognized at the Festival Awards Ceremony.

 

For Designers (Fashion Show Participants):

  • Showcase your collection on a professional runway with lighting, models, and staging.
  • Professional photo and video coverage of your collection.
  • National exposure — designers have their work seen by attendees from across the country.
  • Media and press opportunities — featured on the festival website, program, and social channels.
  • Awards & recognition during the Festival Closing Ceremony.

 

For All Participants:

  • Networking with creatives from multiple industries (film, music, fashion).
  • Association with a festival that supports youth well-being and community awareness through our partnership with We Smile.
  • A platform to grow your brand, reach new audiences, and connect with potential collaborators.

 

Cash Prizes: $2,500 Best Designer | $2,000 Best Performer

 

Music Submissions

  • Genres: All styles welcome (hip-hop, R&B, rock, country, gospel, jazz).
  • Submission Fee: $50 (non-refundable).
  • Submit a press kit with:
    • Artist name & bio
    • Links to music (Spotify, YouTube, SoundCloud, etc.)
    • High-resolution promo photo
  • Selected artists will perform on official festival stages.

 


Fashion Show Submissions

  • Designers must have original collections.
  • Submission Fee: $100 (non-refundable).
  • Submit a press kit with:
    • Designer name & bio
    • Photos of past collections or sketches
    • Collection description (theme, number of looks)
  • Selected designers will showcase their work in the Official Festival Fashion Show.

Selection Process

  • All submissions are reviewed by our programming team.
  • Only selected performers and designers will be invited to participate.
  • Submission fees are non-refundable.


Deadline

  • Submission Deadline: May 15, 2026
  • Notifications: July 15, 2026