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The Nellie & Fred Chasin Screenwriting Award

Sponsored by Michael Chasin

Michael Chasin is a South Florida based award-winning screenwriter and screenplay consultant. He honors the art of storytelling through the Nellie & Fred Chasin Screenwriting Award, named in memory of his late parents. This award celebrates writers who craft unforgettable characters, engaging dialogue, and compelling narratives that linger long after the credits roll.

Open to Florida High School and Florida College Students
$1,000 Award 
Funds are awarded in the student's name. 

Please review all criteria prior to developing your script.

SCREENPLAYS MUST BE IN INDUSTRY STANDARD FORMATTING

All work must be original; adaptations are not permitted. 
Screenplays must be written in the English language and formatted to
U.S. Motion Picture industry standard screenplay format.
Submissions must be between 5 - 13 pages in length and must be submitted as a PDF.
Screenplays may be written in any of the industry standard software.
Screenplay submissions are limited to two per applicant.