B!tchFest is an INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL & SCREENPLAY CONTEST with a groundbreaking in-person event for both screenwriters and filmmakers in the heart of Los Angeles. At B!tchFest we’re not just breaking glass ceilings; we’re shattering them into a million pieces by unleashing the POWER of FEMALE and LGBTQIA+ VOICES in film and television!

By providing a platform for RECOGNITION, AWARDS, PROMOTION, and making NEW CONNECTIONS, we aim to break barriers and pave the way for a more inclusive entertainment industry. Get ready for a cinematic celebration that’s more than just a festival – it’s a movement. B!tchFest is on a mission to redefine the narrative by proudly showcasing the best screenplays, TV scripts, stage plays scripts, independent films, features, shorts, documentaries, student films, music videos, TV pilots, and web series crafted by the most BADASS WOMEN and LGBTQIA+ CREATORS in the industry.

The New York International Screenplay Awards (NYISA) is recognized as
one of the most prestigious international screenplay competitions,
offering screenwriters worldwide the opportunity to connect with
industry professionals and gain exposure to the U.S. market. More than
just a competition, NYISA is a launchpad for emerging voices in film and
television.

Winners and select participants receive a suite of valuable industry
tools, including InkTip Pro memberships—enabling direct connections with
producers—as well as Final Draft software. In addition, selected scripts
benefit from strategic visibility via Script Mailer, which delivers
targeted email campaigns to over 1,050 agents, managers, and producers.
Participants also gain access to 30-minute professional consultations
through the R2-W2 Project Accelerator, designed to help develop and
refine their projects for the marketplace.

Creative World Awards is a premier international screenwriting competition dedicated to discovering bold, original voices in film and television. Now in its 19th year, CWA welcomes scripts of all genres and is known for spotlighting projects with strong cinematic potential.

The competition provides valuable exposure to industry professionals, along with career support through sponsored prizes, mentorship, and development opportunities. Many past winners and finalists have gone on to secure representation, option deals, and production.

CWA also offers professional coverage services to help writers refine their work and grow their storytelling skills. Whether you're an emerging or seasoned writer, CWA is committed to helping you take the next step in your screenwriting career.

Digital Griffix Film Festival invites filmmakers to explore the edge of digital storytelling. Hosted by Digital Griffix—a Montreal‑based studio specializing in cutting‑edge 2D/3D animation and VFX—our festival celebrates innovation, creativity, and emotional storytelling.

Share your short films, animations, VFX reels, or experimental work and gain exposure before a vibrant audience of peers, creators, and industry leaders. The festival not only screens exceptional films, but also awards winners with incredible opportunities: from post‑production packages courtesy of Moonbear, to potential distribution deals via Shami Media Group.

We’re proud to offer FREE VFX toolkits to submissions, networking opportunities, and workshops tailored for emerging visual storytellers. Whether your project is narrative, documentary, animated, or immersive, we welcome your voice and vision.

It all starts with the words. That’s why the 16th Annual ART OF BROOKLYN Film Festival’s Screenplay Competition helps emerging and established writers learn, grow, and network.

The future of narrative storytelling is in the hands of the next generation of writers, and AoBFF believes in celebrating diverse creative voices from all over the world. We welcome original scripts in every genre and format including short films, feature films, one-hour and half-hour television. AoBFF has worked with industry partners InkTip, Stage 32, Roadmap Writers, Fade In Software and more... to create opportunities and prize packages that help writers build skills, confidence, and careers.

All entries are read completely, and scored by a team of script readers with extensive industry experience including DISNEY, ABC, NBC, NETFLIX, HULU, SUNDANCE, BBC AMERICA, AMC, STARZ, and more. AoBFF will NEVER use AI to read or score scripts.