International Screenwriting Competition (ISC) (11)

Festival start: 24 April 2026      Festival end: 26 April 2026

Script of Feature & Short Films

The International Screenwriting Competition (ISC) stands as a dynamic venture spearheaded by Nil Production Corporate, operating in tandem with the acclaimed International Filmmaker Festival of New York (IFFNY), a prestigious event firmly rooted in the bustling cityscape of New York City since its inception in 2012. At the heart of ISC's mission is the unwavering commitment to recognizing and fostering the immense talent within the global community of screenwriters.

ISC serves as an integral component of the larger tapestry of IFFNY, enriching the festival's scope by specifically focusing on the art and craft of screenwriting. Established with the aim of providing a platform for emerging and established writers alike, ISC endeavors to celebrate the power of storytelling and cinematic narrative. As a testament to this dedication, ISC is set to confer a total of 6 monetary awards and 6 prestigious award certificates (non-monetary) to exceptional screenwriters from around the world.

These awards are not merely acknowledgments; they represent a profound encouragement for writers to explore the depths of their creativity, push the boundaries of conventional storytelling, and contribute to the vibrant tapestry of the film industry. In fostering an environment that values and honors the diverse voices and narratives of screenwriters globally, ISC plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of cinematic storytelling, one compelling script at a time.
PLEASE READ OUR RULES & TERMS BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR PROJECT

Cash Prizes: 3,800$

Monetary Awards:

-Best Screenplay for Feature Film - $1,000.00
-Best Screenplay for Short Film - $800.00
-Best Dialogue Maestro Award - $500.00
-Best Creative Visionary in Screenwriting - $500.00
-Best Masters of Scriptcraft Award - $500.00
-Best Original Screenplay - $500.00

Award Certificates:

-Best Screenplay Luminary Award
-Best Screenwriting Virtuoso Award
-Best Visual Storytelling Excellence Award
-Best Emotional Alchemist in Writing Certificate
-Best Social Impact Screenwriter Award
-Best Dynamic Dialogue Award

All screenwriters can apply with their script of feature film & short film.

All Scripts submitted must be:

-Short: minimum 3 pages.

-Feature: minimum 50 pages.

All Scripts must be in English.

All applicants must submit a poster or image to represent their script.

Applicants may submit more than one Script in any chosen category.

All submissions must be accompanied by the appropriate
submission fee PER ENTRY.

Scripts must be the original work of the applicant.

Each script must be original, unproduced, and not an adaptation or translation of an existing work.

If a submission involves two or more writers as applicants, the monetary prize and any reimbursements will be divided equally among them and only one Typewriter Award will be provided.

Once an entry payment has been received we cannot provide a refund. If a payment is disputed by an entrant for any reason, the entrant may be subject to any transaction fees or similar amounts incurred by ISC in connection with the dispute.

No revisions or missing pages will be accepted once an entry has been received.

Awards are based solely on the overall merit of entries.

Judges reserve the right not to grant an award.

Online submissions will receive automatically a confirmation email.

We strongly suggest that applicants copyright their materials.

Scripts must be in PDF format.

ISC has no obligation to any party-other than as stated in these rules or on our website) to disclose any of the following information- identities of readers or judges; notes, feedback, or information relating to the submitted material; and details regarding the submission review, selection process or payouts information.

Winners receiving cash prizes are solely responsible for payment of all applicable local, state, and federal taxes.

For the information about the International Screenwriting Competition, please visit www.iffny.com or Contact: iscscripts@gmail.com