From Hollywood and Austin to Cannes and Venice, The American Pavilion’s esteemed Worldwide Student Program has introduced thousands of entertainment industry students to festivals and events worldwide for over 35 years. With the recent expansion of the influential South By Southwest (SXSW) Festival in Austin to other cities, AmPav is proud to announce its newest “Intensive” at SXSW London this June! Participants in this 7-day program will enjoy the entire event in the hip East London neighborhood of Shoreditch, featuring over 1000 sessions inspired by the key themes of convergence and unexpected discovery. The intersection of Screen, Visual Arts. Music, Conference, and Fashion will provide a unique environment for imaginative and innovative content.
“The festival will consciously engage with society’s hard questions, and showcase exceptional talent and original ideas. The convergence in tech and creativity is the interface where exciting discoveries emerge, and the London program will feature the thought leaders, creatives, innovators, and businesses of tomorrow."
– Katy Arnander, Director of Programming of SXSW London
SXSW Intensive Details
2025 Program Dates:
Sunday, June 1 – Sunday, June 8
Application Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Program Fee:
$2,995
Program Fee includes:
- Festival accreditation with primary access to keynotes, panels, fireside chats, mentoring sessions, workshops, and parties
- Seven nights of shared accommodation in London
- Daily breakfast
- Exclusive roundtables
Flight/Travel Arrangements:
Participants are responsible for their travel arrangements to and from London, England
Application Requirements
1. Completed online application form – Please note that applicants must be 18 years of age by the start of the program.
2. Current résumé
3. Non-refundable application fee of $55
Completed applications are reviewed by The American Pavilion Selection Committee on a rolling basis. Candidates who meet all of the requirements for admission will be contacted for an interview and notified of a decision on a first come, first served basis.
Candidates are encouraged to apply early as the program can fill up quickly.
Want to learn more about SXSW London Intensive? Sign up for a Zoom Q&A! Click here to see the schedule!
Conditions of Acceptance
If accepted into the program, a non-refundable deposit of $1000 is due within two weeks of acceptance to hold your spot.
The balance of $1,995 is due by April 21, 2025.
All fees are non-refundable. Please note that we cannot accept checks.
Failure to comply with the above stated conditions will result in being put on the waiting list or forfeiting your place in the program.
Program fees are non-refundable. Acceptance can be deferred to a future year only if participation is not possible due to travel restrictions, date change, or cancellation by the Festival.
Adherence to all COVID-19 safety protocols will be required. Depending upon conditions at the time of travel, this could include proof of vaccination/boosters, masking, and/or frequent testing. We will keep participants updated regarding policies and safety measures put forth by the CDC and the Festival organization.