The Jakob Owens Horror Short Film Contest is an annual, worldwide online film competition hosted by filmmaker Jakob Owens, which he has described as evolving into a horror short film festival. The contest challenges filmmakers to create short horror films, typically under five minutes in length, while adhering to a specific set of rules and creative challenges introduced each year. It offers substantial prizes from various sponsors, including cash, film equipment, and shooting time at Jakob Owens' studios. The event has been running for multiple years, with its sixth annual iteration announced in 2024 and the seventh in 2025.