Film Pipeline Short Script Competition
The 7th Annual Film Pipeline Short Script Competition provides an opportunity for writers to get their project financed and produced. Our executives collaborate with the finalists and winner from development to production, supporting their efforts on both their selected script as well as future material. All genres accepted, and scripts may be intended as proof-of-concept or standalone shorts.
Winner Receives:
$5,000 | script development | long-term support
The 7th Annual Film Pipeline Short Script Competition provides an opportunity for writers to get their project financed and produced. Our executives collaborate with the finalists and winner from development to production, supporting their efforts on both their selected script as well as future material. All genres accepted, and scripts may be intended as proof-of-concept or standalone shorts.
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Winner Receives:
$5,000 | script development | long-term support
The 7th Annual Film Pipeline Short Script Competition provides an opportunity for writers to get their project financed and produced. Our executives collaborate with the finalists and winner from development to production, supporting their efforts on both their selected script as well as future material. All genres accepted, and scripts may be intended as proof-of-concept or standalone shorts.
"Since my Film Pipeline win, the Pipeline team has provided me with unwavering support. Their guidance, mentorship, and encouragement for my winning short script and subsequent screenplays have made Film Pipeline an essential part of my story and growth as a writer."
- Michael Bina, Short Script Winner (Bahar, Born at Night)
With over 25 years of experience in discovering new screenwriters, we've cultivated a dynamic, long-term and hands-on process of development and industry introductions for filmmakers. This allows both emerging and seasoned writers and directors to receive personalized assistance in all facets of their creative process. And, most importantly, Pipeline spotlights and supports selected talent with the intent of fostering their careers.
Winner and finalists awarded:
- $5,000 to winner
- Extensive development from Script Pipeline's executive team, including feature script or pilot development
- Industry circulation to specific management and producing partners
- Additional long-term development of other film and TV scripts
- Financing consideration for future short scripts
- Access to exclusive writer events via Pipeline Artists' Symposium
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