The Shanghai AI Short Film Festival (SAISFF) is a global platform at the intersection of cinema and emerging technology, bringing together visionary filmmakers, creative technologists, and industry leaders to explore the future of storytelling. With a mission to empower creators, SAISFF features AI-assisted film premieres, hands-on workshops, keynote talks, and panels that promote bold experimentation and cross-industry collaboration. The festival also engages students, educators, and local communities through year-round Meetups and events, fostering a vibrant network where traditional storytelling meets the transformative power of artificial intelligence, narratives, the festival champions bold creative expression, hands-on learning, and cross-industry collaboration. The main event features exclusive short film premieres, thought-provoking seminars and panels, keynote presentations, and showcases by leading technology companies and creators. University students and faculty also take part—joining as filmmakers, volunteers, panelists, and attendees—adding fresh perspectives and fostering meaningful connections between academia and industry. Throughout the year, the organization holds supporting events including community Meetups, offering more opportunities to engage, inspire, and connect. Whether you’re a filmmaker, technologist, educator, student, or simply curious about the future of storytelling, the SAISFF offers a vibrant platform of workshops, screenings, competitions, and networking forums to explore the creative possibilities of AI in cinema. Our vision is to blend the richness of traditional storytelling with the transformative power of emerging technologies. If you’re interested in hosting an AI Short Film Festival or Meetup in your city, the SAISFF team welcomes partnerships to co-create meaningful, locally resonant experiences that fuel this growing global movement.