The Film Pipeline Short Script Contest awards $5,000 and provides long-term opportunities for writers to get their material developed and financed.
If you uploaded your material: your submission is confirmed and complete.
If you did not upload your material: deliver your material to entry@filmpipeline.com when you’re ready.
Writers may send an updated draft at any time before the September 25th deadline.
Finalists are announced on December 1st, with the winner decided by December 10th. Writers are sent a notification email after each announcement, but please check the site for results in case you miss that update. Details on awards, criteria, guidelines, and other FAQs can be found on the contest page.
Note that this contest is for short scripts only. Completed feature and pilot scripts may be submitted to Script Pipeline Screenwriting, TV Writing, or the First Look Project.
We look forward to reviewing your material.
Sincerely,
The Film Pipeline Team
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The Film Pipeline Short Film Contest seeks remarkable directors and diverse, engaging content, awarding $5,000 for best short narrative film.
The Film Pipeline Short Script Contest awards $5,000 and provides long-term opportunities for writers to get their material developed and financed.