Not a trophy. A pathway to adoption.
Open to filmmakers, developers, engineers, students, startups and multidisciplinary teams solving real problems in the filmmaking process.
Three ways to enter.
Emerging Concept
Original concepts and early-stage prototypes that show a clear filmmaking problem and a credible solution.
FilmTech Product
Working software, applications, hardware, production tools or systems that filmmakers can test.
Industry Impact
Existing innovations with measurable benefits in production, post-production, distribution or other workflows.
For the first edition, we plan to award first and second place in a main competition, with special recognitions where the budget allows.
Support that keeps going.
- A cash award or prototype-development grant
- Equipment, software licences, cloud credits or technical resources
- Mentorship from experienced filmmakers, engineers and founders
- Access to pilot projects with participating production companies
- Introductions to potential customers, distributors or investors
- A showcase at the next edition to report on progress
Prize values will be confirmed once funding is secured. We will not promise what we cannot deliver.
Published, fair, independent.
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Importance of the problem being solved | 25% |
| Originality and technical merit | 20% |
| Practical usability and evidence of testing | 20% |
| Potential industry and commercial impact | 20% |
| Feasibility and development plan | 15% |
Independent judges declare conflicts of interest. You keep ownership of your invention unless you separately agree otherwise.
The road to the finals.
- February 2027Entries open, with rules, application form and info session
- March 2027Entries close; independent judging begins
- April 2027Finalists announced and prepared for the stage
- 6 May 2027Finalist presentations and awards at the summit
- After the summitMentorship, pilots and introductions; progress showcased at the next edition
Dates are indicative and will be confirmed when entries open.
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