The Frame by Frame Pitch Competition is part of the 2025 Frame by Frame Film Industry Summit & Gala, presented by Katharsis Media. Held in Albuquerque, New Mexico on July 12, 2025, this event provides an opportunity for filmmakers, writers, and creatives to pitch their film or series projects to a panel of producers, directors, and industry experts.

Participants may submit in one of three categories: Feature Film (Production Consideration), Series or Limited Series (Production Consideration), or Feedback Only (for high-concept, fantasy, or large-budget projects not feasible for immediate production).

Finalists will pitch their projects live at the summit. Selected winners will receive full production support, professional consultation, and creative credit. Feedback-only entries will receive detailed written notes to support project refinement.

The goal of this competition is to discover bold, feasible projects and give emerging creators a platform to break into the industry through hands-on mentorship and production opportunities.

Awards & Prizes

Two winning projects—one Feature Film and one Series or Limited Series—will be selected for professional production by Katharsis Media.

Prizes include:

Full production of the selected project (cast, crew, gear, and post-production)
-“Created by” or “Story by” credit, plus other production credits as applicable
-10% net profit share (after costs) for any profits
-Entry into festivals with promotion and marketing support
-Creative consultation throughout development and production
-Distribution and licensing handled by Katharsis Media
-Use of the Katharsis registered apprenticeship program to support crew development

Feedback-only finalists will receive detailed feedback from industry judges.

Rules & Terms

1. The competition is open to creators aged 18 and over, from all experience levels.

2. Submissions must fall under one of three categories: Feature Film (production consideration), Series/Limited Series (production consideration), or Feedback Only.

3. All production consideration submissions must include:
-A completed script (PDF)
-A detailed pitch deck (PDF)

4. Feedback-only submissions must include a pitch deck. A script is not required.

5. Projects must be original works owned by the submitter. Adaptations must have proof of rights.

6. Submission deadlines are:
-Early bird: May 25, 2025
-Regular: June 15, 2025
-Late: June 30, 2025

7. Finalists will be notified by July 5, 2025 and must confirm attendance for the live (virtually or in-person) pitch event on July 12, 2025 in Albuquerque, NM.

8. Attendance (virtually or in-person) at the live event is required for production consideration.

9. Submission fees are non-refundable.

10. By submitting, participants grant Katharsis Media the right to review and evaluate their materials and agree to abide by all rules and decisions.

Katharsis Media reserves the right not to select a winner if no submission meets production feasibility or creative standards. Winners will enter into a separate production agreement outlining roles, compensation, and intellectual property terms. For questions, contact info@katharsismedia.org with “PITCH COMPETITION QUESTION” in the subject line.