KCAIF
KCAIF 2026
K-CULTURE AI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
September 6, 2026 · Seoul, Republic of Korea
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About
“The K‑CULTURE AI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (KCAIF) was founded with the hope that imagination and creativity empowered by AI can shine as art and help advance our world into a more beautiful and enriched place. Based in Korea and rooted in K‑Culture, KCAIF aims to create a global platform where people from around the world can come together to share the art, emotion, and inspiration of the AI era."
K-CULTURE AI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (KCAIF)는 AI를 통해 상상과 창의성이 예술로 빛나며, AI를 통해 더 아름답고 풍요로운 세상으로 진보 하기를 염원하는 마음으로 창립하였습니다.
대한민국의 K-CULTURE(문화)와 세계인이 만나는 플랫폼을 만들어 AI 시대의 예술과 감동을 함께 나누고자 합니다.
K-CULTURE AI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Hyo Jeong Shin
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AI Film Director
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Ph.D. in Political Science and International Relations, Korea University
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President, Korea Artificial Intelligence Film Festival Association
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Vice President, Korea AI Literacy Instructors Association
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AI Education Specialist, AI Media Content Lab, Seoul National University
Founder / Organizing Committee Chair
Meet the Staff and Jury of the K-Culture AI International Film Festival.
Our staff is dedicated to building a distinguished and high-quality festival, while respected professionals from various fields will evaluate the submitted works with fairness and care.
Core Staff
& Jury Members
Jae-Yong Choi
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AI Film Director
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Organizing Committee Chair, Seoul International AI Film Festival
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President, Korea AI Video Production Association
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Adjunct Professor, Department of Knowledge Service & Consulting
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Vice President, Korea AI NFT
COMMITTE CHAIR
Jong Sik Lee
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B.A. in Economics and M.A. in Law, Yonsei University
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Ph.D. in Interaction Science (HCI), Sungkyunkwan University
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Assistant Professor, Ari Liberal Arts College, Anyang University
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President, Korea Convergence Talent Development Foundation
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President, International Convergence Science Association
Chair of Digital Media
Min Ho Song
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Director, AI Media Content Lab, Seoul National University
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Deputy Director, Center for Overseas Regional Education, Asia Center, Seoul National University
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Former Professor, Education Business Division, Korea Electronics Technology Institute (KETI)
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Leading researcher in AI and media technology convergence
Jury Member
Nam hee Park
Jury Member
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Director, Institute of Hope Philosophy
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Former Co-Representative, Philosophy Academy
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Former Research Fellow, Yonsei Institute of Philosophy
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Ph.D. in Philosophy, Yonsei University
Chan nil JEON
Jury Member
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Film Critic
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Director, Gyeonggi Film Commission
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Panelist on YouTube & Podcast Maebul Show (Cinema Hell)
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Former Programmer, etc., Busan International Film Festival
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Graduate of Seoul National University
Cheol hyun Park
Chair of Arts & Culture
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Film Director
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Head of the Media Division, Korea Popular Musicians Association
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Representative of Magic Art F Exhibition Planning
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Director of Arim, invited as the opening film at the Yangsan Film Festival
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Director and Producer of Kim~chi!, winner of the Jury Prize at the 15th Chungmuro Short & Feature Independent Film Festival
Jin Ho Park
Jury Member
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Cultural Heritage Digital Restoration Specialist
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Research Professor, Korea University
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Former Researcher, Advanced Institutes of Convergence Technology, Seoul National University
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Leading researcher in AI and media technology convergence
Core Staff
& Jury Members
Meet the dedicated staff and jury members of KCAIF 2026.
Jin seon Kim
Chair of Public Relations
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Advisory Member and Director at Finance Today
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CEO of SNS Story Journal
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Vice Director of the Digital Convergence Education Institute
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CEO of PETTODAY
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Cultural Heritage Digital Restoration Specialist
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Research Professor, Korea University
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Former Researcher, Advanced Institutes of Convergence Technology, Seoul National University
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Leading researcher in AI and media technology convergence
So Jung Paik
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M.A. in Economics, Yonsei University
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Former executive in treasury, export-import, and trade finance at Korea Exchange Bank, Bankers Trust Seoul, Deutsche Bank Seoul, Société Générale Seoul, and LBBW Seoul.
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Currently CEO of Mirae Design.
Director
FESTIVAL DATE & SCHEDULE
접수시작(Opening Date)
2026.04.1 / April 1, 2026
얼리버드 마감 (Earlybird Deadline)
2026.05.31 / May 31, 2026
일반 마감 (Regular Deadline)
2026.06.30 / June 30, 2026
최종 마감 (Late Deadline)
2026.07.25 / July 25, 2026
선정 발표 (Notification Date)
2026.08.10 / August 10, 2026
페스티벌 개최 (Event Date)
2026.09.06 / September 6, 2026
주요 일정 KEY DATES
2026. 04. 01 (April 1, 2026)
접수 시작 (Opening Date)
얼리버드 마감 (Earlybird Deadline)
2026. 05. 31 (May 31, 2026)
일반 마감 (Regular Deadline)
2026. 06. 30 (June 30, 2026)
최종 마감 (Late Deadline)
2026. 07. 25 (July 25, 2026)
2026. 08. 10 (August 10, 2026)
선정 발표 (Notification Date)
페스티벌 개최 (Event Date)
2026. 09. 06 (September 6, 2026)
SUBMISSION CATEGORIES
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AI Narrative Film
Narrative works that creatively integrate AI to elevate storytelling, cinematic quality, and emotional impact.
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AI Documentary
Documentary works that use AI to reveal fresh insights into reality, society, culture, and human experience.
Animated works shaped by AI-driven imagination, artistic vision, and innovative visual design.
AI Animation
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AI Experimental Film
Works that challenge traditional cinematic conventions and explore new audiovisual language through AI.
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AI Music Video
Music-driven visual works that blend sound, rhythm, and AI-generated imagery into a compelling creative form.
AI Commerciai Film
Brand and promotional films that deliver messages with originality, strong visual identity, and AI-powered creativity.
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LAURELS & AWARDS
Official Selection
Finalist
Semi-Finalist
Winner
Grand Prize
OFFICIAL VENUE
앙트레블
서울특별시 강남구 강남대로102길 45
대한민국 서울 강남에 위치한 앙트레블은 K-컬처의 예술성과 AI 기술의 혁신이 만나는 특별한 공간입니다.
KCAIF 2026의 오프닝 세레모니와 시상식이 펼쳐질 특별한 순간을 만나보세요.
Entravel
45, Gangnam-daero 102-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
A unique venue in Gangnam, Seoul, where the artistry of K-Culture meets the innovation of AI.
Experience the Opening Ceremony and Awards Ceremony of KCAIF 2026.
NEWS & UPDATES
Stay updated with the latest news and key announcements from KCAIF.
Discover festival updates, submission information, program news, and event preparations where AI meets cinema.
KCAIF 영화제의 새로운 소식과 주요 업데이트를 전합니다.
AI와 영화가 만나는 새로운 흐름, 출품 안내, 프로그램 소식, 행사 준비 현황을 이곳에서 확인해 보세요.
Upcoming Announcements
01. KCAIF 2026 Official Call for Entries
02. Building the KCAIF Global Network
K-CULTURE AI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL · KCAIF ·
Entravel, 45, Gangnam-daero 102-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
서울특별시 강남구 강남대로 102길 45, 앙트레블
Email: info@kcaif.com