OUR TEAM
Festival Director
Carla Marina De Castro Pereira
Event Manager
Ana Lemos
Team Manager
Joana Freitas
General Information and Guidelines:
Music videos must be no longer than 8 minutes in length
We accept videos that were published between January 1st, 2024, and July 1st, 2025, or videos that have not yet been released.
The final list of nominations will be announced on July 12, 2025.
Each applicant is entitled to 2 guest list spots for the event (for each video submitted). These spots are available for your use, whether for your team, collaborators, or other special guests.
Please note that submitting a video does not guarantee a nomination in any category at the Porto Music Video Festival.
The Porto Music Video Festival reserve the right to publicly share any information about the submitted videos without prior notice.
The Porto Music Video festival are not liable for any legal disputes regarding the use or promotion of videos that have been submitted improperly. They also cannot be held accountable for resolving issues with the individual who submitted the video.
For any additional questions regarding the application process, please contact us at info/at/pimvf.com
Live Screening
MAUSHABITOS I PORTO
JUNE 25, 2025
The best visual effects in music videos are recognized for their creativity and seamless integration with the song’s theme. Through innovative techniques and stunning digital artistry, they enhance the narrative and create unforgettable visual experiences that leave a lasting impact on both the music and VFX culture.
Best Visual Effects
The best editor in music videos is praised for their ability to craft a cohesive and engaging story through precise timing and seamless transitions. They use rhythm, pacing, and creative editing techniques to enhance the song’s emotion and visual narrative, leaving a lasting impact on both the music and video culture.
Best Editor
The best AI music videos are celebrated for their innovative use of artificial intelligence to create unique, visually captivating experiences. By combining cutting-edge technology with creative storytelling, they produce stunning visuals and dynamic animations that leave a lasting impression on both music and AI-driven video culture.
Best AI Music Video
The best concept in music videos stands out for its originality and ability to perfectly align with the song’s themes. Through innovative storytelling and creative ideas, it delivers a visually captivating experience that resonates deeply with viewers and leaves a lasting impact on both music and visual culture.
Best Concept
The best performer in music videos is recognized for their ability to captivate audiences with their dynamic presence and emotional depth. Through powerful expressions, compelling movements, and a deep connection to the song, they create an unforgettable visual experience that leaves a lasting impact on both the music and video culture. The category rewards the main actor, dancer, singer, or any other kind of performer in the music video
Best Performer
The best teaser in music videos stands out for its ability to build anticipation and intrigue. Through clever editing, suspenseful pacing, and visually striking elements, it captivates the audience and leaves a lasting impact, sparking excitement for the full release while enhancing the music and video culture.
BEst Teaser
The best music videos are defined by a creative concept that enhances the song's meaning, striking visuals, and a captivating performance. They combine innovative storytelling, strong aesthetics, and emotional connection, leaving a lasting impact on both music fans and culture.
Best Music Video
The top music video directors are recognized for their talent in developing unique concepts that complement the song's message, creating visually stunning scenes, and guiding compelling performances. They blend creative storytelling, impressive visuals, and emotional resonance, leaving a memorable influence on both music and culture.
BEST DIRECTOR
The top cinematographers in music videos are celebrated for creating visually striking scenes that amplify the song’s mood. They employ inventive camera techniques, dynamic lighting, and artistic compositions to tell a compelling visual narrative, leaving a lasting impact on both the music and visual culture.
Best Cinematography
The best animation in music videos stands out for its creativity and ability to visually translate the song's emotions and themes. Through imaginative design, fluid motion, and unique artistic styles, animators craft engaging visual stories that leave a memorable mark on both the music and animation culture.
Best Animation
The best song is defined by its ability to resonate deeply with listeners, featuring memorable melodies, impactful lyrics, and a unique sound that stands out. It captures emotions, tells a compelling story, and often leaves a lasting cultural or emotional imprint.
Best Song
The best low-budget music videos, produced with under 3000 Euros, are celebrated for their creativity and resourcefulness. Despite financial constraints, they use innovative concepts, clever cinematography, and strong storytelling to deliver a compelling visual experience that leaves a lasting impact.
Best Low Budget
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CREATIVITY
Creativity in music videos is what transforms a song into a visual experience. It's the art of blending music with storytelling, aesthetics, and innovative concepts that captivate audiences. From bold visual effects to powerful narratives, the creativity behind music videos has the power to elevate a song and turn it into an iconic piece of culture.
INOVATION
Innovation in music videos is about breaking new ground and reimagining the way we experience music. It's the fusion of cutting-edge technology, experimental visuals, and groundbreaking concepts that push the boundaries of creativity. From interactive videos to immersive VR experiences, innovation keeps the music video genre fresh and exciting, allowing artists to express their vision in entirely new ways.
ORIGINALITY
Originality in music videos is the spark that makes a video stand out from the crowd. It's about offering something fresh, unique, and unexpected, pushing the limits of traditional video-making to create a one-of-a-kind visual experience. An original music video doesn't just follow trends; it sets them, using fresh ideas, inventive storytelling, and distinctive aesthetics that reflect the artist's true identity.
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OPENING DAY I APRIL 7 ,2025
Early Bird deadline I april 28 ,2025
notification date I july 10 ,2025
Regular deadline I May 20 ,2025
DEADLINES
Late deadline I june 10 ,2025
Extended deadline I july 1 ,2025
Key features
Global Participation
Porto IMVF (International Music Video Festival) invites submissions from both independent and established creators, providing a dynamic platform to showcase diverse talent from around the world. Whether you're an emerging artist or a seasoned professional, this festival offers an opportunity to present your music videos to an international audience and gain recognition in the global creative community.
The festival embraces a wide range of genres, celebrating the creative diversity in music video production. From experimental art pieces to high-energy performances, Porto IMVF values innovation, originality, and creativity in every submission. It's a space where both established directors and up-and-coming creators can connect, share their vision, and inspire each other.
Porto IMVF not only highlights the artistic potential of music videos but also serves as a bridge for creators to reach industry professionals, media, and a broad audience. It’s an event where culture, music, and visual artistry intersect, offering unparalleled exposure for anyone in the music video industry.
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Welcome to the Porto International Music Video Festival, where creativity meets innovation! Each year, we will gather filmmakers, directors, artists, and music lovers from around the globe to celebrate the art of the music video in the beautiful city of Porto, Portugal. Our festival showcases a diverse array of breathtaking visuals and powerful storytelling, drawing attention to the incredible talents behind the lens. Join us in this annual celebration as we honor the magic of music through captivating visuals that leave audiences inspired and entertained!.
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