Swiss animation industry award (SAIA)
Since 2018, Fantoche has annually presented, together with the Swiss Film Association, the shortlist of the best commissioned animated works in Switzerland. The film newly selected by the Swiss jury wins a trophy as well as a nomination for the prestigious .Edi Award.
SELEcTION
The Swiss Animation Industry Award (SAIA) aims to showcase the Swiss commissioned and advertising animation scene in all its forms and styles. Submitting commissioned works is free of charge and is done via Filmfreeway. Multiple works of unlimited length may be submitted. The films must be produced in Switzerland.
Prize Concept
A five-member selection team of experts evaluates all submissions and compiles a shortlist. The Swiss competition jury then reviews the shortlist and selects the winning film.
The winning film receives an award and a free submission to the .Edi, Swiss Commissioned and Commercial Film Award.
Submission information:
- Submission is free of charge and takes place via FilmFreeway
- There is no limit to the number or duration of submitted works
- Eligible are all animated commissioned productions completed after 30 June 2025 and produced in Switzerland
- Here you'll find our full regulations in german or french
- Submission deadline 30 June 2026