Winter 2026
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Diverse Writers Outreach
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is now open for entries!​

Now, more than ever before, the world needs to hear from diverse writers who have important personal perspectives and stories to share with us.
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We take great pride in and strive to celebrate writers with diverse and under-represented minority perspectives, including those who may be disadvantaged as members of ethnic, religious, racial, LGBTQIA+, disability, or 50+ age groups. 

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The themes and subject matter they bring to the screenwriting craft are the special focus of this uniquely progressive seasonal competition.

Our Senior Judging Panel is dedicated to finding the best diverse writing talent and to light the path forward to lasting industry success.
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EVERY SCRIPT
receives 6-10 pages of
WGA Professional Analysis

Back by Popular Demand!
"Line Notes & Live Consultation"
$499
60-90 minutes of live online consultation with a WGA Award-winning producer  writing margin notes on your script pages. Includes  full Executive Analysis and video recording of your session. The fastest way to bring your script to the professional level.
​Limited to four entries per month.
You always​ save 25%
when entering through the 
Where Hollywood Hides platform!

Full Script Competition Entry
 $49
Your script is read cover-to-cover by professional analysts, never unpaid, amateurs or "interns."
​Entry only, no written feedback.
Senior Judges approve scores and record final online rankings 10 days after close of entries.
​You always​ save 25%
when entering through the 
Where Hollywood Hides platform!

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This contest is fantastic! The communication is excellent and I appreciate the notes on my script. They were to the point and extremely helpful. I submitted my short film script and won the March 2021 competition. It is an honor and I am very pleased with every aspect of this contest.   ~~Adelina Sanchez, Atlanta

 
I could tell that the reviewer actually read my script in detail by the feedback I received.  They had helpful critiques which helps me be able to apply suggestions sooner. Anyway, I love this screenplay contest. ~~Manny Ortiz-Munoz, Phoenix

​If you want honest "feedback' this is where to get it. The Santa Barbara contest eclipses all the other contests with their feedback, and  has set a new and better standard.
~~Janelle Jackson, Orlando

Diverse Outreach Awards
• "Line Notes & Live Consultation"
60-90 minutes of live online consultation with a WGA Award-winning producer writing margin notes on your script pages.
​Includes a complete video recording of your entire session. 
• Widespread online, social media, and email newsletter industry promotion to more than 25,000 industry professionals.

Enter your script now!

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