The Scriptmatix Fellowship is an exclusive screenwriting fellowship designed to identify, develop, and advance writers who demonstrate a distinctive voice, creative execution, and emergent potential.

Scriptmatix Fellowship prides itself in being a development and access pathway for screenwriters prepared to engage with the industry at a professional level.

What the Fellowship Offers:
Selected fellows receive structured, 3-month development support from producer & executive, Mikhael Bassilli (Media Artists Group)

The fellowship is designed to help writers:
- Develop new material with professional guidance.
- Strengthen execution.
- Position themselves professionally within the industry.

What We’re Looking For:
We are seeking writers who demonstrate both voice and execution. Strong submissions typically show:
- A clear command of storytelling fundamentals.
- A distinct point of view.
- Professional-level formatting and presentation.
- Narrative confidence and control.

This fellowship is best suited for writers who are:
- Ready to engage with industry professionals.
- Interested in long-term industry positioning.

Submission Guidelines & Expectations:
Submissions are evaluated not only on story quality and market fit, but also on presentation and professional readiness. Please ensure the following:
- Scripts are written in industry-standard screenplay format.
- A professional, concise logline is included.
- Materials reflect care and intention.

Why Scriptmatix:
Scriptmatix has a trusted record of helping screenwriters secure representation, earn staffing opportunities, and take meetings with companies including Netflix, Apple, Warner Bros., Sony, and other major studios and production banners.

If you are seeking structured development, meaningful industry exposure, and real advancement, we invite you to submit!

Awards & Prizes

Selected fellows will be invited into a 3-month development fellowship designed to support both creative growth and professional positioning.
Fellowship Benefits Include:
1. 3-Month subscription to the Scriptmatix App (Producer Plan).
2. Weekly scheduled meetings with Producer & Executive, Mikhael Bassilli from Media Artists Group, one of the oldest and most respected talent agencies in Hollywood.
3. Media & Platform Spotlight
Winners will receive a dedicated article, spotlighting the creator’s talent.

Rules & Terms

Submission Requirements
* All submissions must be made electronically.
* Screenplays must be written in English and submitted as a PDF file.
* Files must not be encrypted, scanned, or password-protected.

Eligibility & Ownership
* There is no limit to the number of submissions per writer or per project.
* All submission fees are non-refundable.
* All submitted material must be original and fully owned by the submitting writer(s).
* All copyright and ownership rights remain with the original rights holders.
* Scriptmatix does not claim ownership of submitted material.

Formatting & Professional Standards
* All scripts must follow industry-standard screenplay format. Submitted material that is not formatted per industry standard will be disqualified.
* Professional submission standards will be considered as part of the evaluation process.
* All submissions must be in PDF format, unencrypted or password-protected. Failure to submit the proper format will result in disqualification.

Page Limits
* Feature screenplays: maximum 130 pages
* Television pilots: maximum 75 pages
* Short screenplays: maximum 30 pages

Repeat Submissions
* Previous fellowship winners may not win the same contest more than once.
* Previous finalists, semifinalists, and quarterfinalists may resubmit without restriction.

Evaluation & Rights
* By submitting, writers agree to have their material evaluated by Scriptmatix.
* Writers retain full ownership of their work and may withdraw their submission at any time.

Analysis Disclosure
* All analyses are delivered through email and reside on the Scriptmatix platform, under the submitter's email.
* Scriptmatix analysis reports are reviewed and reviewed by human readers, with AI-assisted tools used to support structural and scene-level insights.
* Scene-by-scene analyses are generated within the Scriptmatix Story Engine and are designed to be leveraged directly inside the Scriptmatix platform as part of Story Engine's Rewrite Toolkit.
* Submitted material is never used for AI training, and all intellectual property remains the sole property of the writer. Scriptmatix does not share, license, or exploit submitted works.
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  • Alfonso Matos

    Scriptmatix is well rounded and professional festival which communicate and helps your development by giving the necessary tools you need to be successful. Thank you.

    December 2024
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  • Dennis Manning

    I am thrilled to have my work reviewed by the team at ScriptMatrix. Professional and insightful. Thanks, Dennis Manning

    December 2024
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  • Annette Evans

    I am thrilled and honored that my TV comedy pilot, BSMT, was selected as a Semi-finalist for the Scriptmatrix screenwriting competition. Highly recommend. Thanks, Scriptmatrix!

    August 2024
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  • Sam Vaghani

    Scriptmatix has been an Excellent Choice. Thank you for Choosing Beyond the Basin as a Semi-Finalist for the Scriptmatix Screenplay Fellowship.

    Sam Vaghani
    Screenwriter, Beyond the Basin, Sci-Fi Sports Drama

    April 2024
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  • Sean Chandler

    I was absolutely thrilled for "At The Flash" to place as a Scriptmatix Fellowship Finalist! Scriptmatix is very thorough, highly communicative and extremely supportive toward the writers in its events! I recommend them one-thousand percent!

    April 2024
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