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Global Talent Converges for BAFTA Student Awards
22 Jun
Summary
- BAFTA Student Awards finalists selected from over 600 global entries.
- Experience Week in LA includes industry workshops and networking.
- e.l.f. offers a $15,000 grant for emerging female/non-binary developers.
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has announced the 15 finalists for the 2026 BAFTA Student Awards. These selected students represent a diverse pool of talent, chosen from over 600 submissions originating from universities worldwide.
The finalists will converge in Los Angeles for Experience Week, an intensive program running from July 13 to July 16, 2026. This event includes visits to film and game studios, workshops led by industry professionals, and crucial networking opportunities designed to foster their careers.
The inaugural BAFTA Games Summit, sponsored by e.l.f., will take place on July 15, 2026. As headline partner, e.l.f. is also contributing a $15,000 grant to support an emerging female or non-binary developer, emphasizing their commitment to increasing access and opportunity within the gaming sector.
Winners of the 2026 BAFTA Student Awards will be celebrated on Friday, July 17, 2026, at the Meryl Streep Center for Performing Artists. A special jury, comprised of notable artists and innovators, will decide the recipient of "The Albert R. 'Cubby' Broccoli Special Jury Prize."
