Pitch Perfectly is a one-day pitch workshop and live showcase for independent filmmakers, hosted at DCTV in New York City on Sunday, June 14, 2026. The program is built to help emerging and early-career storytellers develop stronger pitches, refine their project materials, and connect with filmmakers and industry professionals who can help move their work forward.

We especially welcome first-time pitchers, emerging voices, and underrepresented filmmakers seeking mentorship, visibility, and real industry-facing opportunities.

WHO IS THIS FOR?
Filmmakers with scripted, documentary, or immersive projects: shorts, features, series, or pilots - at any stage of development, production, or post-production.

THE DAY AT A GLANCE:
• Pitch Workshop: Learning the Fundamentals - A guided workshop on structuring and delivering a compelling pitch
• Logline Lab & Networking Mixer - Workshop your logline with peers and mentors while growing your network
• Mini Pitch Showcase - Up to 3 selected filmmakers pitch live before industry judges and a live audience
• Wall of Give & Take - A communal board to post what you need and what you can offer

All registered attendees participate in the full day of programming, regardless of showcase selection.

MINI PITCH SHOWCASE:

A maximum of 3 projects will be selected for the Mini Pitch Showcase. Selected
filmmakers will pitch live on stage before a panel of industry judges and receive real-time feedback. Up to 2 team members may participate in the live pitch.

*** Please note: If selected, you must be able to attend Pitch Perfectly in person at DCTV in New York City on June 14, 2026. ***

All applicants will be notified of their status by June 8, 2026.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SHOWCASE:
Submit the following through FilmFreeway — both items are required for your submission to be complete:

1. Video Pitch (up to 2 minutes)
→ Upload to the Video section of your FilmFreeway project

2. Treatment or Pitch Deck (single PDF)
→ Treatment: up to 2 pages, OR Pitch deck: up to 5 pages
→ Upload to the Attachments section of your FilmFreeway project

Once both are uploaded, your project will show "In Consideration" status. If only one is submitted, your project will show "Incomplete" and will not be reviewed.

Include your project title, logline, synopsis, and current stage. No finished script, trailer, or proof of funding required.

Note: You must create a FilmFreeway project profile to submit. When you click "Submit Now," select your project page and the submission questions will appear.

Visit our Eventbrite for the full schedule, agenda, and tickets: https://pitchperfectly.eventbrite.com

Awards & Prizes

3 selected filmmakers compete for two awards:

GRAND JURY AWARD - Selected by the judging panel

→ $500 Cash Prize
→ Adorama: Equipment rental credit ($5,000 value)
→ Gotoma: Pitch Ready consulting package ($6,000 value)
→ Input Post: 2 days sound mixing, Atmos stage ($5,000 value)
→ Pivotal Post EPS: Remote AVID editorial setup ($3,000 value)
→ Concept Studios: 1 year Studio Pro subscription ($1,200+ value)
→ SetHero: 1 year production management subscription ($1,164 value)
→ Little Church Studio: 8 hour studio rental ($1,000 value)
→ Stuart Cinema & Cafe: Screening package, up to 2 hrs ($750 value)
→ Filmustage: 1 year subscription ($588 value)
→ Saturation: 1 year Pro Tier subscription ($384 value)
→ Final Draft: Final Draft 13 software ($250 value)
→ ShotDeck: 1 year membership ($100 value)
→ Scriptation: 1 year Industry Pro subscription ($100 value)
→ ISA: 6-month membership + script evaluation
→ Backstage + Mandy.com: White glove 1hr onboarding session
→ Greenlit: 1 year subscription
→ Planet X Studios: White or green cyc rental day
→ Segarra IP: 60 min brand/trademark consultation
→ Filmchain: Collection account & waterfall mentoring session
→ The Film Festival Doctor: Festival strategy consultation
→ Showbiz: Budgeting & scheduling software trial code

AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD - Voted on by the live audience

→ Adorama: 40% discount on equipment rental
→ Little Church Studio: 8 hour studio rental ($1,000 value)
→ Gotoma: 2 Pitch Coaching lessons ($1,500 value)
→ SetHero: 1 year production management subscription ($1,164 value)
→ Final Draft: Final Draft 13 software ($250 value)
→ Filmustage: 1 year subscription ($588 value)
→ Saturation: 1 year Pro Tier subscription ($384 value)
→ Concept Studios: 1 year Studio Starter subscription ($300 value)
→ ShotDeck: 1 year membership ($100 value)
→ Scriptation: 1 year Industry Pro subscription ($100 value)
→ ISA: 6-month membership + script evaluation
→ Backstage + Mandy.com: White-glove 1hr onboarding session
→ Greenlit: 1-year subscription
→ Segarra IP: 30 min brand/ trademark consultation
→ Filmchain: Collection account & waterfall mentoring session

In addition to award prizes, the 3 selected filmmakers will also receive:
→ Live feedback from the judging panel
→ Networking access with industry professionals and partner organizations

Rules & Terms

RULES & TERMS
ELIGIBILITY
→ Submitters must be 18 years of age or older
→ Projects may be scripted, documentary, or immersive : shorts, features, series, or pilots
→ Projects may be in development, pre-production, production, or post-production
→ Projects must be independent works in need of resources or support to advance
→ Projects must not have secured formal distribution or had a public premiere
→ Ineligible projects include those that have been theatrically released, licensed to a streaming platform (PVOD or SVOD), premiered at a festival, or screened publicly.
→ Self-hosted or informal uploads to video-sharing platforms (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo) do not constitute distribution and do not affect eligibility.

SUBMISSIONS
→ Submit the following through FilmFreeway: a video pitch (up to 2 minutes) AND a 2-page treatment (as a single PDF) OR a pitch deck of up to 5 pages (as a single PDF)
→ Applicants may submit multiple projects but each project requires its own submission and entry fee
→ Submissions should include: project title, logline, synopsis, and current stage
→ Do not submit full scripts, rough cuts, trailers, or completed films
→ All materials must be original work
→ Entry fees are non-refundable

SELECTION
→ All applicants will be notified in advance of the event by Monday, June 8, 2026

ATTENDANCE
→ By applying, you receive complimentary admission for one person to attend the full day of programming
→ Selected Showcase participants must attend in person in NYC on June 14, 2026
→ Up to 2 team members may participate in the live pitch

RIGHTS
→ By applying, you confirm you have the right to pitch the project and that you are not violating any option, shopping agreement, NDA, employment obligation, or other restriction
→ Pitch Perfectly does not take any ownership of your project or materials
→ Participation does not constitute representation, financing, or distribution
→ Submitters retain all rights to their work
→ Pitch Perfectly, its organizers, judges, partners, and sponsors are not responsible for any similarities between submitted projects and existing or future works by third parties
→ It is the submitter's sole responsibility to protect their intellectual property prior to pitching - we strongly recommend registering your materials with the U.S. Copyright Office and/or WGA (wga.org) before submitting

MEDIA & PROMOTION
→ By attending, you consent to being photographed and recorded for promotional use by Pitch Perfectly, GreenHause, Gotoma, and all its partners
→ Selected projects may be featured in post-event marketing and partner communications

CODE OF CONDUCT
→ Pitch Perfectly is committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment for all attendees, regardless of background, identity, or experience level
→ Any behavior that is harassing, discriminatory, or disruptive may result in removal from the event without refund

Note: You must create a FilmFreeway project profile to submit. When you click "Submit Now," select your project page, and the submission questions will appear for you to fill in.

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  • Hyung Jin Lee

    It was an honor to win the audience choice award at Pitch Perfectly for my narrative feature, "Home". I found out about Pitch Perfectly through a post on the Asian American Documentary Network (A-DOC) and I am so grateful that I did!

    At Pitch Perfectly, I pitched for the first time in front of a jury and a room full of talented filmmakers. Pitching for the first time came with nerves as expected, but the community I met at Pitch Perfectly was so supportive that I had a great experience doing it. The workshop we received at the event was more detailed and practical than anything I received in my formal education.

    I could really tell that the leadership team at Pitch Perfectly cares deeply about supporting emerging filmmakers, and their genuine support shone through in every aspect of the event. I am continuing to receive support from the Pitch Perfectly team following the event, and with their support and encouragement I feel much more confident that I can bring my script to the screen. Before, I didn't even know what the next step would be for my script. Now I can see the next actionable steps with much more clarity. Thank you so much to the team at Pitch Perfectly!

    June 2026
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  • Andre Toure

    Pitch Perfectly ended up being a really worthwhile experience. Going in, my main goal was to sharpen my pitch and meet other filmmakers, and I feel like I achieved both.

    As one of the filmmakers selected to pitch, Gautam and his team did a good job setting expectations for the day and making sure we felt prepared. The workshop on how to frame and structure a pitch really helped me distill my idea into something industry professionals could understand quickly, without losing what made it unique.

    The biggest takeaway for me was definitely the connections. I met the organizer of a queer film festival who was kind enough to extend their submission deadline so I could submit my short film. I also connected with several filmmakers and people working in post-production who I'll definitely be reaching out to on future projects.

    The feedback from the judges was also incredibly valuable. It gave me a better understanding of how to tailor my pitches and strengthen the way I communicate my ideas. Even though I didn't win, I left the event feeling energized to keep pushing *Jungle Feva* forward. More than anything, it gave me a chance to put my project in front of industry professionals, get exposure, and build relationships. I may even have the opportunity to collaborate with the organizers on future events, which is really exciting.

    I'd definitely recommend Pitch Perfectly to any early-career filmmaker who's looking to become a stronger pitcher, get honest feedback, and find community with other storytellers and artists. It's a great environment to learn, make connections, and leave feeling motivated to keep creating.

    June 2026
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  • Jyothi Kalyan Sura

    I had an incredible experience at 'Pitch Perfectly,' and I'm honored to be this year's winner! Having attended many pitching events over the years, I can say that even in its inaugural year, this event is very well organized.

    The day was filled with wonderful conversations and a genuine sense of community. While live pitching is always nerve-wracking, the pre-event networking helped settle the nerves and made the atmosphere incredibly welcoming.

    The judges were fantastic, providing holistic feedback that spanned the entire spectrum from development to distribution. They were ready to engage with the group of filmmakers long after the event, showing a genuine interest in the audience. Every pitch was high-quality, and the feedback served as a masterclass for everyone in the room. It was well worth the cross-country trip from California to New York!

    Really excited about what the future editions can unlock!

    June 2026
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  • Ben Sparks

    Pitch Perfectly was a great way for me to learn about the actual process of how to pitch your idea in the real world and not just to friends and family. There's so many more elements that go in to constructing a compelling pitch than I realized. The event itself was well put together, and everyone there was really friendly, easy to talk to and had such interesting ideas. The keynote workshop was super informative and I really enjoyed the interactive part of the presentation. Then the actual pitching showcase was really great, getting to watch 4 different filmmakers pitch their idea in front of a live audience to a panel of industry professionals was very interesting to see and I learned a lot. It gave me so many ideas for how to better construct my own pitch and made me reconsider just how much work goes into just an 80 second pitch. Overall I'm glad I went and would definitely go again next year!

    June 2026
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  • Teja Rao

    I had a great time at Pitch Perfectly.

    It was insightful to learn all the things about delivering a pitch in 80 seconds and also what needs to be in a Pitch Deck to attract investors and creatives.

    The experience and feedback from the judges was invaluable and gave context into what they were looking for all types of pitches.

    June 2026
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