I'm narrowing in on a goal I have, which is to make my first feature film based on a true friendship I had with my childhood best friend. I've never submitted to a screenwriting contest before and I've always wanted to. Three years after completing version 6 of my feature, I thought why not give it go. The problem was finding one that was credible, within budget and worth the investment.

I've been signed up to ISA's (International Screenwriting Associations) newsletter for some time now and when I saw a free entry for The Great Pitch Competition, I thought why not. Of course this is how they get you - so inevitably one thing led to another and I found myself submitted to three contests, with a one year membership to the ISA, plus an evaluation on my script for $223USD.

Will anything come of it? I don't know, but this is the path I chose whether I see success or rejection, I've taken a chance and invested in myself. I did the thing I said I've always wanted to do.

If nothing else, I'm proud that I completed a feature script that I could enter into fellowships, screenwriting contests and grants. One that is true to my story, that has made three people cry and that I'm actively working to get made - my way, with patience and discernment.

I am also a member of Stage32 so perhaps when I'm ready (ok, when my wallet is), I may check out some contests on there too. In the meantime, I'm back to writing, packaging and helping clients.

The screenwriting competitions I submitted to are:

The Great Pitch Competition | The ISA
Introducing The Great Pitch Competition — a groundbreaking, free-to-enter opportunity from two of the industry’s most trusted champions of screenwriters: the International Screenwriters’ Association (ISA) and Script Pipeline. This first-of-its-kind collaboration brings…
The ISA

The Great Pitch Competition

Creative Screenwriting UNIQUE VOICES Screenplay Competition | The ISA
$10,000 IN CASH PRIZESWe have teamed up with several creative partners looking for Features and TV Pilots with unique voices and original stories. Our goal is to build a slate of talented writers with clear voices to pitch to those contacts. We are seeking unique perspe…
The ISA

Creative Screenwriting UNIQUE VOICES

Emerging Screenwriters Screenplay Competition | The ISA
Ready to break through?With $25,000 in cash prizes, we’re seeking the next generation of emerging screenwriters.Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned pro ready to take the next leap, this is your opportunity. We’re looking for bold, original features or pilots…
The ISA

Emerging Screenwriters Screenplay Competition