Pitch Your TV Series at the Scottish Screenwriters Festival 2025

Are you the creator of the next big Scottish TV series? Here’s your chance to put your idea in front of leading industry decision-makers.

My SMASH Media is partnering with the Scottish Screenwriters Festival to host an exclusive live TV Pitching Competition designed to spotlight fresh, original voices and connect them directly with producers, commissioners, and industry pros.

 

What’s on offer

  • 5 finalists will pitch their TV series on stage at the Scottish Screenwriters Festival, Saturday 13 September 2025

  • Each finalist will receive a rehearsal session on Zoom with My SMASH Media co-founder Christine Hartland on Wednesday 10 September 2025

  • Pitch live for 3 minutes to a panel of top Scottish TV industry professionals, followed by immediate feedback

  • One overall winner will receive a 1-year SMASHPro subscription giving you premium access to industry briefs, producers, and decision-makers year-round

     

What we’re looking for

  • Compelling TV series concepts in any genre

  • Original voices and distinctive Scottish stories

  • A strong logline and clear pitch that can be delivered verbally in 3 minutes

  • Writers based in Scotland or with a clear connection to Scotland

Pitch Guidelines

  • No complex visuals required - you may submit a single title image or poster to be shown during your pitch

  • Finalists will pitch live to the panel and audience, followed by Q&A and feedback

How to apply

  1. Buy a ticket to the Scottish Screenwriters Festival 

  2. Create your project SMASH Snapshot

  3. Submit to this callout by Friday 5 September 2025

This is your moment.

Step into the spotlight, share your vision, and let Scotland - and the industry - hear your voice.

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