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Scriptapalooza Television Writing Competition
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Our intention is to help open doors for the aspiring television writer.
WE DISCOVER
WE DEVELOP
WE PROMOTE TV WRITERS
Whether you are already an aspiring television writer or a writer interested in exploring other avenues, Scriptapalooza TV is here to promote careers in television and provide exposure for the undiscovered writer.
- 27 writers have optioned their work
- 61 writers have been hired to write
- 18 writers have films in production or release
- 102 writers have gotten agent or manager
There are four categories you can submit to, which include one-shour existing shows, ½ hour existing sitcom, original pilots, and reality shows.
Numerous writers have gotten agents, managers and meetings.
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Rules
- Any spec script from any existing television show, or any original television pilot will be considered. Reality shows are accepted also.
- Entered scripts may not have been previously sold.
- Multiple entries are accepted, provided a signed entry form and appropriate entry fee is attached to each submission.
- Multiple authorship is acceptable.
- Scripts must be the original work of the author(s),18 or older.
- Scriptapalooza recommends registering your script with The Library of Congress.
Emailed entry must be accompanied by the following:
- • Completed official entry form
- • Entry fee
• Completed script
- Submit scripts in English only.
- Please submit your entry with all your information on the cover page:
The title, author’s name, address, phone number and email address. - Body pages must be numbered.
- Scripts must be in television standard format.
- Entry in the competition is void where prohibited by law.
Here are our requirements to enter the television competition. Please understand that sometimes your submission is under or over the page limit and that is acceptable. We do not disqualify entrants.
- - Pilots – 30 to 60 pages
- - 1 Hour Program – 50 to 60 pages
- - Reality Shows – 1 to 5 page treatment
- - 1/2 Hour Sitcom – 25 to 35 pages
