ATX TV Festival Names 10 Finalists for 2026 Pitch Competition
The ATX TV Festival announced 10 finalists for its 2026 Pitch Competition & Mentorship Program. Each finalist was chosen based on a 90-second video pitch and writing sample. They will pitch their TV show ideas live at the festival in Austin from May 28-31, 2026.
The ATX TV Festival has selected 10 finalists for its annual Pitch Competition & Mentorship Program, giving aspiring TV creators a chance to present their ideas to industry professionals.
Each finalist earned their spot by submitting a 90-second video pitch along with a writing sample. The competition process helps identify promising new talent in television writing and production.
The finalists will pitch their projects live during the ATX TV Festival, which runs May 28-31, 2026 in Austin, Texas. Each participant gets four minutes to convince a panel of industry judges that their show concept deserves to be made.
The grand prize winner receives significant career benefits, including script reads and guaranteed meetings with at least three festival judges or panelists. These connections can lead to development deals or writing opportunities.
ATX TV Festival also provides mentorship throughout the process. Last year's program included an incubator that created five original pilots, which were screened during the 2025 festival.
This competition gives unknown writers a rare shot at breaking into TV. Winners get meetings with industry executives who can greenlight shows. For viewers, these pitches could become the next hit series you watch.
Live pitches happen May 28-31, 2026 at ATX TV Festival. Winners will be announced during the event.
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