43rd Chicago Latino Film Festival Poster Contest 2027 is now open for entries!
The Chicago Latino Film Festival Poster Contest 2027 invites artists and designers worldwide to create the official poster for the festival’s 43rd edition, celebrating Latino cultures and the moviegoing experience.
Short description
The 43rd Chicago Latino Film Festival Poster Contest 2027 invites artists, graphic designers and creative professionals worldwide to design the official poster for the upcoming festival, taking place in Chicago from 15 to 26 April 2027.
Organized by the International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago (ILCC), the competition celebrates the diversity of Iberoamerican cultures and the power of cinema to connect audiences across different backgrounds.
This year's theme, “Latino Stories for Movie Lovers”, encourages participants to explore the moviegoing experience through original, visually engaging poster designs.
Entries must incorporate the festival's name, edition number and dates while reflecting the cultural diversity represented by the event. Designs should avoid national stereotypes and symbols associated with a single country.
The winning poster will become the official visual identity of the festival and may appear across printed programs, digital advertising, social media, merchandise, promotional materials and animations.
The winner is expected to be announced in late January 2027.
Submission requirements
➜ Submit an original poster design inspired by the theme “Latino Stories for Movie Lovers”.
➜ Include the text “43rd Chicago Latino Film Festival” and “April 15-26, 2027”.
➜ Submit a vertical poster measuring 18 × 24 inches, designed at 150 DPI in RGB color mode.
➜ Upload a digital file in JPEG or PNG format through the official submission form.
➜ A maximum of three entries is permitted per individual, team or firm.
➜ Fully AI-generated artwork is not accepted. Participants must disclose the tools used to create their designs.
➜ The winning designer must provide editable layered artwork and a visual style guide.
Eligibility
Open to artists, designers, creative teams and design firms worldwide. Preference will be given to Illinois and Midwest-based artists and Latino artists internationally.
Benefits
➜ The winning designer receives a $1,000 cash prize.
➜ The selected artwork becomes the official poster of the 43rd Chicago Latino Film Festival.
➜ The design may be featured across the festival's promotional materials, website, social media, merchandise and digital campaigns.
Entry fees
The competition is free to enter.
