Introducing the “Create A Scene“ screenwriting contest!

This is an opportunity for aspiring screenwriters to strengthen their writing skills and showcase their creativity. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, we encourage everyone to participate and share their unique stories with us.

The goal of this contest is to discover fresh and original voices to add to the significant growth of independently made films. We are looking for scripts that captivate and engage the audience, with compelling characters and well-crafted narratives. Whether it's a drama, comedy, thriller, or any other genre, we want to see scripts that push boundaries and challenge conventional storytelling.

To enter the contest, simply submit your original screenplay of any genre. The script should be between 80 and 120 pages in length, written in standard industry format. Please ensure that your script is properly formatted and free of any spelling or grammatical errors. Submissions can be made in PDF.

Our panel of judges will carefully review each submission and evaluate them based on various criteria, including originality, storytelling, character development, dialogue, and overall quality. The top scripts will be selected as finalists and will potentially be considered for production.

In addition to the recognition and exposure that comes with being a finalist, there are also exciting prizes to be won. The grand prize winner will receive a cash prize, along with a mentorship opportunity with a professional script coach. This mentorship will provide invaluable guidance and feedback to help further develop your skills and career in screenwriting.

We understand that writing can be a solitary endeavor, but this contest also provides a platform for networking and connecting with fellow writers. We encourage participants to engage with each other, share ideas, and provide constructive feedback through our Facebook page. The screenwriting community is a supportive one, meant to engage, encourage and inspire.

Grand prize is:

* $100 cash
* Featured Story and Promotion.
* Be a guest on our podcast
* Get a year membership in our virtual screenwriters workshop. (including four sessions of story development, screenwriting, feedback & editing services.
* Promotion as script of the month.
* Submission on a script hosting website.

Runner up prizes include:

* Featured Story and Promotion.
* Discounts on membership in our virtual screenwriters workshop.
* Discount script services.
* 1 free coaching session
* Award Certificate

Scripts must be the original work of the author(s) and may not be encumbered by any third party. Scripts that have been sold, produced, or are currently optioned are not eligible, nor are scripts that have previously won a prize at other screenwriting contests.
Submissions are accepted electronically on FilmFreeway.
There is no limit to the number of projects you may submit, but each project submitted must hit the current theme of the film festival.
All submitted material must be original, and all rights must be wholly owned by the writer(s).
Material written by writing teams must be submitted by one of the writers, with consent of the other(s). All writers must be credited on title page.
If a writing team is chosen as a winner, prizes will be given to the person who submits the project. Each team is responsible for dividing or sharing the prize money.
Substitutions of either corrected pages or new drafts of the entered material are not allowed. Please proofread your script very carefully before submitting.
It is recommended that original material be registered with the WGA or The Library of Congress before submitting to any competition, however we do not require registration.
All ownership and rights to the scripts submitted to this contest remains with the original rights holders.

ELIGIBILITY:

All writers at least 18 years of age are eligible. However, a writer who has earned money professionally as a writer is not eligible.
All persons from anywhere in the world are eligible; however the material submitted must be in English.
All material submitted, but not a winner of other competitions or contests are eligible.
There are no requirements as to when the material was written.
The material submitted must not be encumbered by any obligation to, or option held by, a third party prior to entering the competition.
Any submitted work that becomes optioned, published, produced or purchased between the time of submission and the end of the judging period will no longer be eligible.
Material should be submitted in standard screenplay format, font, spacing and margin.
Adaptations are ineligible unless the underlying rights are owned by the writer or the work is in the public domain.
All material must be submitted electronically as a PDF or it will not be eligible.

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  • Abdul Malik

    Absolutely wonderful experience, two of our projects were chosen as semifinalist by your festival. "THE VAPE" & "THREE DAYS IN HELL" The 1st now has a finished screenplay and the 2nd is still a work in progress. Really great fun! thanks again you guys are the best.

    April 2020
  • I love the process, never have an issue.
    Two of my projects were chosen as Semifinalists Gala Amazon Warrior and Matilda's Dream Worlds.
    Thankyou so much!

    April 2018