Every year, the International Screenwriters’ Association (ISA) hosts a free TV Pitch competition, offering aspiring screenwriters a chance to win prizes and gain industry recognition. This competition, held twice a year, attracts a diverse range of participants eager to showcase their ideas to industry professionals who serve as pitch judges.
Past judges have included representatives from prominent organizations such as MGM, Citizen Skull Productions, Gramercy Park Literary Management, Warner Bros., Zero Gravity, SAG Inside, and more. These experts lend their valuable insights and help identify promising new talent within the screenwriting community.
Participants can submit 90-second verbal pitch videos, presenting their television show concepts in a concise and engaging format. This brief yet powerful opportunity has proven to be a springboard for many aspiring writers. Several ISA Pitch Challenge winners have secured representation, arranged meetings with industry executives, and had their script materials requested following their pitches.Ā
2022 Grand Prize Winner: Beyond Blended
In November 2022, Limelight Entertainment Studios, Inc. entered their project, initially titled “The Levantates” and now known as “Beyond Blended,” into the ISA pitch contest. Their compelling pitch won the grand prize, marking a significant milestone for the team. You can view their award-winning pitch video below.
This victory provided Limelight Entertainment Studios with invaluable momentum, enabling them to attach Anairis Quinones to their film/TV project. The recognition and connections gained through the ISA TV Pitch Competition have been instrumental in advancing their project’s development.
For aspiring screenwriters, the ISA TV Pitch Competition offers a unique and accessible platform to present their ideas, gain industry recognition, and potentially launch their careers.
