CenterFrame Selects
is a new, prestigious initiative
for filmmakers designed
to highlight the
next wave of storytellers.
CenterFrame Selects is a new, prestigious initiative for filmmakers
designed to highlight the next wave of storytellers.
Why this initiative?
Breaking into the film industry is challenging, and storytellers need all the support and recognition they can get. CenterFrame Selects offers filmmakers the endorsement of a respected industry professional, helping their work reach key decision-makers.
How does it work?
Producer MAGGIE CHIEFFO will handpick
FIVE STAND-OUT SHORT FILMS
from all submissions.
The chosen shorts will be revealed in a LIVE stream where she will discuss her selection.
Why this initiative?
Breaking into the film industry is challenging, and storytellers need all the support and recognition they can get. CenterFrame Selects offers filmmakers the endorsement of a respected industry professional, helping their work reach key decision-makers.
How does it work?
Producer MAGGIE CHIEFFO will handpick
FIVE STAND-OUT SHORT FILMS
from all submissions.
The chosen shorts will be revealed in a LIVE stream where she will discuss her selection.
DATES
TO REMEMBER
MAR 12th
End of Submissions
MAR 30th
Longlist Announced
MAY 12th
Shortlist Announced
MAY 19th
TOP 5 Live Announcement
DATES TO REMEMBER
MAR 12th
End of
Submissions
MAR 30th
Longlist
Announced
MAY 12th
Shortlist
Announced
MAY 19th
TOP 5 Live
Announcement
WHY SUBMIT?
CHECK THE REWARDS
Once the TOP FIVE SHORTS are announced LIVE by Maggie Chieffo, each member will receive exclusive rewards to help elevate their career.
This is your chance to get noticed, celebrated and shared with key industry decision-makers.
Endorsement of your work by
Maggie Chieffo
Attend as a special guest at the CenterFrame Industry Showcase where we will announce your selection to Industry guests.
Each filmmaker will receive a six months free CenterFrame Pro membership. It will grant you access to CenterFrame’s exclusive networking events and further attention in our industry network.
Promotion on our social media and our mailing list.
Once the TOP FIVE SHORTS are announced LIVE by Maggie Chieffo, each filmmaker will receive exclusive rewards to help elevate their career.
This is your chance to get noticed, celebrated, and shared with key industry decision-makers.
Endorsement of your work by
Maggie Chieffo
Attend as a special guest at the CenterFrame Industry Showcase where we will announce your selection to Industry guests.
Each filmmaker will receive a six months free CenterFrame Pro membership. It will grant you access to CenterFrame’s exclusive networking events and further attention in our industry network.
Promotion on our social media and our mailing list.
Landing in the TOP 10 means your script is already among the best emerging talent. While only five will make the final cut, all shortlisted writers receive:
3 month free CenterFrame Pro membership, which will grant you access to CenterFrame’s exclusive industry resources and networking opportunities.
Promotion on our social media.
Landing in the TOP 10 means your script is already among the best emerging talent. While only five will make the final cut, all shortlisted writers receive:
3 month free CenterFrame Pro membership, which will grant you access to CenterFrame’s exclusive industry resources and networking opportunities.
Promotion on our social media.
ABOUT THE GUEST CURATOR
Maggie Chieffo is a producer–director bridging prestige film and social impact. She focuses on human-first narratives to translate complex issues into action.
Known as “The Velvet Hammer,” she served as Production Executive at Michael Mann’s Forward Pass, most recently as a Producer on Ferrari, with earlier credits on Blackhat, Witness, Luck and Public Enemies.
Previously she line-produced the social impact documentary feature Be Prepared to Stop, produced and directed Camp GoldieBlox: Adventures at Eureka Point, and created a social-emotional learning video curriculum for Mattel’s Barbie Dream Gap project.
As EP/Head of Production & Development for Amy Poehler’s Smart Girls (Legendary), she delivered award-winning content translating advocacy and policy work into engaging storytelling driving meaningful action and measurable change earning Common Sense Media’s Digital Media Leadership Award and the Anne Frank Center’s SAFA Youth Empowerment Award. Social Impact areas: Female Empowerment, Computer Science for All, Equity in Education, Climate Change, and Health. Featured partnerships include the Obama Administration, UN Women, Verizon Innovation Learning Lab, NASA, Lenovo, Disney, Warner Bros, Focus Features, and Google.
As a consultant she advises clients and production companies on social impact storytelling, digital engagement, and distribution strategy. Clients include the WHO Foundation, Futures Without Violence, The Courage Museum, Vital Voices, Shift7, Girl Scouts, and the Center for Scholars & Storytellers.
She is currently directing and producing the documentary Feature Storyectomy: End Blood Cancer with The Crow and Blood Cancer United.
ABOUT THE GUEST CURATOR
Maggie Chieffo is a producer–director bridging prestige film and social impact. She focuses on human-first narratives to translate complex issues into action.
Known as “The Velvet Hammer,” she served as Production Executive at Michael Mann’s Forward Pass, most recently as a Producer on Ferrari, with earlier credits on Blackhat, Witness, Luck and Public Enemies.
Previously she line-produced the social impact documentary feature Be Prepared to Stop, produced and directed Camp GoldieBlox: Adventures at Eureka Point, and created a social-emotional learning video curriculum for Mattel’s Barbie Dream Gap project.
As EP/Head of Production & Development for Amy Poehler’s Smart Girls (Legendary), she delivered award-winning content translating advocacy and policy work into engaging storytelling driving meaningful action and measurable change earning Common Sense Media’s Digital Media Leadership Award and the Anne Frank Center’s SAFA Youth Empowerment Award. Social Impact areas: Female Empowerment, Computer Science for All, Equity in Education, Climate Change, and Health. Featured partnerships include the Obama Administration, UN Women, Verizon Innovation Learning Lab, NASA, Lenovo, Disney, Warner Bros, Focus Features, and Google.
As a consultant she advises clients and production companies on social impact storytelling, digital engagement, and distribution strategy. Clients include the WHO Foundation, Futures Without Violence, The Courage Museum, Vital Voices, Shift7, Girl Scouts, and the Center for Scholars & Storytellers.
She is currently directing and producing the documentary Feature Storyectomy: End Blood Cancer with The Crow and Blood Cancer United.
CENTERFRAME
IS NOW THE HOME OF
THE BRITISH SHORT
FILM AWARDS.
We’re taking THE BRITISH SHORT FILM AWARDS to the next level — with new categories, bigger opportunities, and more ways to get your work seen by the industry.
CENTERFRAME IS NOW THE HOME
OF THE BRITISH SHORT FILM AWARDS.
We’re taking THE BRITISH SHORT FILM AWARDS to the next level — with new categories, bigger opportunities, and more ways to get your work seen by the industry.
SUBMISSION RULES
FILM LENGTH
Up to 20min (including credits)
PROJECT AGE
There’s no limit to the age of a project or film.
MEMBER AGE
Members have to be 18+ to submit.
MULTIPLE SUBMISSIONS
Yes, multiple submissions are allowed, and yes you can submit the same film or script to different filmmakers at the same time.
GENRE
All genres, including documentaries, and student films.
AVAILABILITY
Submitted films must be added to the FILMS page on CenterFrame.
Important: If you’re submitting your film to The British Short Film Awards, a festival, or a competition (like CenterFrame SELECTS), you can set the visibility to PRIVATE.
This is ideal if your film is still on its festival run. It keeps your film hidden from the community and the public, while still allowing curators, jurors and organisers to view it.
SUBMISSION RULES
FILM LENGTH
Up to 20min (including credits)
PROJECT AGE
There’s no limit to the age of a project or film.
MEMBER AGE
Members have to be 18+ to submit.
MULTIPLE SUBMISSIONS
Yes, multiple submissions are allowed, and yes you can submit the same film or script to different filmmakers at the same time.
GENRE
All genres, including documentaries, and student films.
AVAILABILITY
Submitted films must be added to the FILMS page on CenterFrame.
Important: If you’re submitting your film to The British Short Film Awards, a festival, or a competition (like CenterFrame SELECTS), you can set the visibility to PRIVATE.
This is ideal if your film is still on its festival run. It keeps your film hidden from the community and the public, while still allowing curators, jurors and organisers to view it.
Looking for where to submit next?
Check out the Festivals page for curated picks, key deadlines, and real opportunities that put your film in front of the right eyes.
Looking for where to submit next?
Check out the Festivals page for curated picks, key deadlines, and real opportunities that put your film in front of the right eyes.
FESTIVALS & COMPETITIONS
Open for Submissions on CenterFrame
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