Calling All Writers: Weekly Contest Roundup – 7/24/2017

Welcome back to The Script Lab’s weekly screenwriting contest roundup – our gathering of all the latest in contest news, updates, and announcements for emerging screenwriters looking to make a splash. Screenwriting competitions are tried and true when it comes to planting a foot firmly in the appropriate door, so remember to check back often (every Monday) for the most up-to-date info on all the weekly winners and deadlines!

Let’s take a look, shall we?

Contest News, Updates, and Announcements:

ScreenCraft Announces Expansion of Film Fund Grant Program

ScreenCraft has announced that the ScreenCraft Film Fund backed by Bondit Media Capital will re-launch for the Fall of 2017 with an increased grant amount of $30,000. In addition, the program has been expanded to accept the following formats:

• Feature films 
• Short films 
• TV pilots 
• Documentaries 

The program, now in its 2nd year, has funded 5 short films to date with cash, development and production expertise. The program also includes creative development from the ScreenCraft team and production guidance and resources from BondIt Media Capital and Buffalo 8 Productions.

Upcoming Screenwriting Contest Deadlines:

The following contest deadlines are coming in hot. Submit now!

Slamdance – $70-$90 (Feature), $40-$50 (short), $50-$60 (TV)
Extended Deadline TODAY

Napa Valley Film Festival – $65
Final Deadline 7/28

ScreenCraft Film Fund – $35
Early Deadline 8/1

WeScreenplay Diverse Voices Screenwriting Contest – $35 
Early deadline 8/15

ScreenCraft Drama Contest – $69
Final Deadline 9/12

ScreenCraft Pilot Launch – $59
Final Deadline 9/13