Writers Hackathon

Name: Writers Hackathon
Start: 2026-09-19T10:00:00+05:30
End: 2026-09-19T14:00:00+05:30
Location: DraperU India

Price₹499onwards

Sep 1910 AM

Hosted ByCINIC

About

The hackathon is focused on exploring to find writers who are exploring storytelling, filmmaking, and creative careers.

Hackathon Overview

The hackathon will be conducted in two phases. Online registrations open on 15th September, from which we will shortlist 50 top writers who will pitch in front of production houses, studios, and marketing agencies.

Problem Statement

Participants are required to develop a short story of 3-4 pages from the loglines announced on 19th September which will be shared with you. Only the final 50 participants will be selected to pitch on 26th September, out of which 3 winners will be announced at the event on 3rd October.

Through this hackathon, we hope to identify and encourage new-age creators who can tell compelling stories.

Event Format

Hackathon (Online) – 19th September
Pitching (Offline) – 26th September
Winner Announcements & Top 3 pitches will be given opportunity to pitch on open mic – 3rd October

Guidelines

Writers are allowed to choose only one logline from the 4 loglines
Writers shouldn’t build their own story which they have written to do a film. No previously written or published work, All development must start fresh during hackathon hours
Writers should write 3-4 pages of story and will not take submissions after deadline.
Writers should build Elevator pitch to present infront of Jury and it should be with in 2min
Story should’ve Emotional hook, clear conflict and stakes, should mention can become a Film, Series, Short
Story should follow structure-beginning, middle, end, character clarity, dialogue sensibility.
Writers are free to explore their own genre from the given logline
No one will own the story what they have developed in hackathon, this is purely for hackathon.
CINIC & LCA can help in Pitch meetings with production houses, Development feedback, Cinic profile, Industry introductions only if we get specific request from production house.
Submission format (PDF)
Language rules (English, Telugu, and Tinglish)
They should get their own laptops to write story and generate PDF and Internet will be provided
Online Submissions will end on 21st September

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Terms and Conditions

• For any reason if the event is cancelled from our end, the amount on the poster will be refunded and not the transaction fee. • For any reason, if you are unable to make it to the event after registration, the amount will not be refunded or carried forward. • Spot registrations are subject to availability. Entry is not guaranteed and spot entries will not be eligible for refunds, carry forwards, or compensations. We recommend registering in advance.

Note

Respect the Space & People Treat the venue, hosts, fellow participants, and staff with courtesy at all times. Sobriety & Conduct Please arrive sober and in good spirit. Entry will not be permitted if you are intoxicated, under the influence, or behaving in a disruptive manner. Host & Venue Discretion Entry is subject to the discretion of the host and venue management. If your behavior is deemed inappropriate or unsafe, you may be denied entry or asked to leave. No Refund Policy In cases of denied entry or removal due to misconduct, intoxication, or violation of guidelines, the entry fee will not be refunded. Positive Vibes Only Our events are built on community, culture, and good energy. Bring your best self so we can all have a memorable time together.

Price₹499onwards