MAGGIE CHIEFFO
Maggie Chieffo is a producer–director bridging prestige film and social impact. 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.
SELECTING:
SHORT FILMS
FINAL DEADLINE:
MARCH 12th, 2026
AZHUR SALEEM
Azhur Saleem is a director specializing in High-End Television (HETV) for both UK and US productions. He directed and executive-produced AFTER THE FLOOD (2023, Quay Street for ITV) series 1 & 2. Prior to this, he directed the OUTLANDER prequel – BLOOD OF MY BLOOD (Leftbank/Starz) – and directed the final block of Neil Gaiman’s ANANSI BOYS (Red, Endor, and Amazon).
SELECTING:
SHORT FILMS
FINAL DEADLINE:
FEBRUARY 11th, 2026
JED SHEPHERD
One of the rising stars of genre filmmaking, Jed Shepherd is a writer, director, and producer from South London whose work has redefined modern horror.
SELECTING:
SHORT SCRIPTS
FINAL DEADLINE:
JANUARY 7th, 2026
ROB YESCOMBE
Rob wrote the 2024 action-comedy feature JACKPOT! for Amazon Studios. The film stars Awkwafina, John Cena, and Simu Liu; was directed by Paul Feig; and was produced by Roth/Kirschenbaum (F9, THE GRAY MAN) and Feigo Entertainment (SPY, A SIMPLE FAVOUR).
SELECTING:
SHORT SCRIPTS
FINAL DEADLINE:
AUGUST 23rd
ROB YESCOMBE
Rob wrote the 2024 action-comedy feature JACKPOT! for Amazon Studios. The film stars Awkwafina, John Cena, and Simu Liu; was directed by Paul Feig; and was produced by Roth/Kirschenbaum (F9, THE GRAY MAN) and Feigo Entertainment (SPY, A
SIMPLE FAVOUR).
He is currently consulting on a AAA videogame for Amazon, and has a new original
action-comedy in development with Netflix.
SELECTING:
SHORT SCRIPTS
FINAL DEADLINE:
AUGUST 23rd
ADAM RANDALL
Adam has recently directed all six episodes of ‘Slow Horses’ - Season 4 to unanimous critical acclaim. He is now working on Season 6 where he has been upped to Executive Producer alongside director. Adam also co-created and Executive Produced IN FLIGHT for Channel 4 which is currently shooting.
SELECTING:
SHORT FILMS
FINAL DEADLINE:
JUNE 30th
ADAM RANDALL
Adam has recently directed all six episodes of ‘Slow Horses’ - Season 4 to unanimous critical acclaim. He is now working on Season 6 where he has been upped to Executive Producer alongside director. Adam also co-created and Executive Produced IN FLIGHT for Channel 4 which is currently shooting.
Adam is also known for directing NIGHTEETH, starring Sydney Sweeney and Alfie Allen, and the thriller I SEE YOU- streaming on Netflix - starring Oscar Winner Helen Hunt, which premiered at SXSW.
SELECTING:
SHORT FILMS
FINAL DEADLINE:
JUNE 30th
PRANO BAILEY-BOND
Director of the acclaimed horror film CENSOR (2021), which premiered at Sundance & Berlinale, won multiple awards, and was hailed as one of the best British films of the 21st century.
SELECTING:
SHORT FILMS
FINAL DEADLINE:
MAY 2nd
PRANO BAILEY-BOND
Director of the acclaimed horror film CENSOR (2021), which premiered at Sundance & Berlinale, won multiple awards, and was hailed as one of the best British films of the 21st century.
SELECTING:
SHORT FILMS
FINAL DEADLINE:
MAY 2nd
MICHAEL JAMIN
Michael Jamin has been writing for television since 1996. His many credits include Just Shoot Me, King of the Hill, Beavis & Butthead, Wilfred, Out of Practice, Rules of Engagement, Lopez and Tacoma FD.
SELECTING:
SHORT FILM SCRIPTS
FINAL DEADLINE:
MAY 23rd
MICHAEL JAMIN
Michael Jamin has been writing for television since 1996. His many credits include Just Shoot Me, King of the Hill, Beavis & Butthead, Wilfred, Out of Practice, Rules of Engagement, Lopez and Tacoma FD.
SELECTING:
SHORT FILM SCRIPTS
FINAL DEADLINE:
MAY 23rd
BRING HISTORY TO LIFE.
SCREEN YOUR PERIOD FILM TO INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS.
Whether you've made a costume drama, historical documentary, or period piece set in any era before the contemporary world, we want to give you access to industry professionals who understand and value historical content—and introduce your work to a platform actively seeking this material.
SELECTING:
SHORT FILMS
NEXT DEADLINE:
FEB 5th, 2026
BRING HISTORY TO LIFE.
SCREEN YOUR PERIOD FILM TO INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS.
Whether you've made a costume drama, historical documentary, or period piece set in any era before the contemporary world, we want to give you access to industry professionals who understand and value historical content—and introduce your work to a platform actively seeking this material.
SELECTING:
SHORT FILMS
FINAL DEADLINE:
FEB 5th, 2026
EXCEPTIONAL SHORT FILMS.
A CINEMA PACKED WITH INDUSTRY PROS.
EVERY 3 MONTHS.
CenterFrame, in partnership with Tysers Live and Simons Muirhead Burton (SMB), has created a dazzling showcase for emerging filmmaking talent.
SELECTING:
SHORT FILMS
NEXT DEADLINE:
ONGOING
EXCEPTIONAL SHORT FILMS.
A CINEMA PACKED WITH INDUSTRY PROS.
EVERY 3 MONTHS.
CenterFrame, in partnership with Tysers Live and Simons Muirhead Burton (SMB), has created a dazzling showcase for emerging filmmaking talent.
SELECTING:
SHORT FILMS
NEXT DEADLINE:
ONGOING
LARGE FORMAT SHORT FILMS
Unlike any other Short Film Competition the winners prize will be tailored around what you need to get your film made. Whether that’s a high end cinema camera and lighting package, full production support, or an intro to the right director or cinematographer we are here to support you.
SELECTING:
SHORT FILM SCRIPTS
FINAL DEADLINE:
MAY 1st
LARGE FORMAT SHORT FILMS
Unlike any other Short Film Competition the winners prize will be tailored around what you need to get your film made. Whether that’s a high end cinema camera and lighting package, full production support, or an intro to the right director or cinematographer we are here to support you.
SELECTING:
SHORT FILM SCRIPTS
FINAL DEADLINE:
MAY 1st