The Animayo 2025 International Poster Contest invites artists from across the globe to participate in crafting the official image for one of the most prestigious animation festivals. The Animayo Festival, which spans various artistic disciplines such as animation, visual effects, virtual reality, and video games, is an internationally acclaimed event recognized for its innovative approach to promoting audiovisual creativity. With a focus on inspirational content and educational opportunities, the festival calls for unpublished and original works of art to represent its 2025 edition. The chosen artwork will be featured as the central visual identity of the event, making this competition a remarkable opportunity for global exposure.

Participants are encouraged to use any artistic technique they prefer, offering them complete creative freedom in their submissions. This inclusivity makes the Animayo 2025 Poster Contest an ideal platform for both emerging and seasoned artists to showcase their talents. All entries must be submitted digitally, ensuring accessibility for artists worldwide. The competition’s history of fostering talent, coupled with its established reputation in the animation and visual effects industry, ensures that the winning artist will receive not only a cash prize but also significant visibility in a professional creative arena.

Animayo is the only Spanish animation festival officially recognized as an Oscar®-qualifying event by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, making this contest an especially influential one for aspiring artists. The winning poster will be seen across numerous promotional channels, from print to digital media, increasing the artist’s profile in the global creative community. With its unique position at the intersection of creativity and technology, the Animayo Festival offers the winning artist an unparalleled platform to gain recognition in an industry that continues to expand into new frontiers.

There is no entry fee.

Eligibility

Open worldwide to anyone aged 16 and over.

Prize

The winner will receive a cash prize of €500, and their artwork will be used to promote the Animayo 2025 festival. In addition to the monetary reward, winning offers significant exposure, as the festival is internationally recognized and serves as a qualifying event for the Academy Awards in the "Animated Short Film" category.