CALLING ALL ARTISTS!

We are requesting a poster style artwork featuring our concept mascot: a Jacksonville Jaguars cheerleader who has snapped and committed her first murder. The design should embrace a grindhouse esthetic and express the “First Blood” theme. The artwork must include the words “Jacksonville Horror Film Festival” and “2026.”

The composition should be vertical and must scale correctly for a 4.25 x 5.5 inch program booklet and a 24 x 36 inch poster.

Details and Deliverables

Vector artwork in CMYK

High resolution suitable for both required print sizes

Original design free of copyrighted material

Accepted formats: AI, EPS, or vector based PDF

JPG preview included

Files labeled with artist name and contact information

The selected winner will receive 

Two free weekend tickets to the 2026 Jacksonville Horror Film Festival

Artist recognition in the official festival program

Artist spotlight and credit on the festival website

Submission deadline: January 10th 2026