Scriptwriters Network's High Concept Screenplay Program

Objective

HELPING DISCOVER AND DEVELOP HIGH-CONCEPT SCREENWRITERS

The High Concept Screenplay Program (HCSP) is Scriptwriters Network’s screenplay competition and writer development program dedicated to recognizing outstanding high-concept feature screenplays.

HCSP was created to identify scripts with compelling premises, strong hooks, commercial appeal, and memorable storytelling concepts while helping writers strengthen their craft through professional feedback and educational support.

Deadline/Entry Fees

For many writers, the most valuable part of HCSP is not simply competing—it is receiving professional feedback, gaining new insight into their work, and learning how to strengthen both concept and execution.

Notification: Mid-January 2027

Eligibility

Rules

• Open to Scriptwriters Network members and non-members
• Entrants must be 18 years of age or older
• International entries are welcome
• Scripts must be original, unproduced, and un-optioned
• Scripts should be registered with the Writers Guild of America and/or U.S. Copyright Office

• Feature-length screenplays only
• PDF format only
• English language only
• Industry-standard formatting required
• Do NOT place your name or contact information anywhere on the script or title page
• Title page may contain the title only
• Personal information must be submitted through the entry form only
• Multiple entries are permitted
• A separate entry form and fee are required for each submission

Awards

PRIZES & BENEFITS

HCSP winners receive a combination of educational, professional development, and industry exposure opportunities.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• One-year Scriptwriters Network membership or membership renewal ($219 value)
• One-on-one virtual consultation
• Pitch class and consultation with Melessa Y. Sargent, President & CEO of Scriptwriters Network
• Career development guidance

INDUSTRY EXPOSURE

• Logline and/or script consideration by interested industry professionals
• Social media promotion
• Feature in the Scriptwriters Network newsletter
• Industry exposure opportunities (approximately $300 value)
• Complimentary 4-Month InkTip Pro Membership

DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

• Discussion and development of a short-form adaptation based on the winning project
• Production consideration for a short story adaptation
• Opportunity for selected projects to air on the Scriptwriters Network Roku Channel
• Producer discussions regarding project development

*If winners have other completed and produced projects, those projects may also be considered for inclusion on the Scriptwriters Network Roku Channel.

Prizes are subject to change.