We are on the hunt for the next big drama hit that can set new trends in content across the world, with the potential to travel internationally. We will focus on stand-out, scripted format ideas that are fresh, new, innovative, entertaining, but with broad appeal as well.

Who should apply:

1. Scriptwriters (individuals of any nationality) who are at least 16 years of age as of the date of the submission of his/her application, provided that any individuals below 18 years of age shall be required to obtain the consent of their parent or legal guardian prior to submitting an application.
2. Production companies & platforms (excluding any entities or businesses registered in Singapore)

• Only new ideas/concepts for scripted formats are eligible. Submissions must not have been used for any past production(s) in any manner (whether publicly released or not), and must be free from any encumbrances. 
• Submission applicant (“Applicant”) can be the IP’s Founder, Owner, Creator, Writer, Director, Producer or Executive-in-Charge, but must be available to represent the IP if chosen for the ATF x Mediacorp Drama Concepts & Co-production Pitch 2024.

• Winner:  S$10,000 cash
• Winner concepts will have the opportunity to be considered for co-development and/or co-production into a drama in one of languages (Chinese, English, Malay, Tamil, to be determined by Mediacorp). The terms of any such co-development and/or co-production opportunities will be shared with all finalists prior to the Live Pitch. 

Each project to be submitted in ONE combined document or visual deck. Submitted project(s) must address the following:

1. Title / Genre
2. Country / region
3. No. of episode (required between 10 to 20 episodes) / Duration
4. Logline
5. Unique Selling Point
6. Target audience
7. Synopsis
8. Main characters’ profile
9. Company/Writer’s profile
10. Producer/Writer’s photo (optional)

For submissions by companies, please include the following additional information:

1. Total production budget (optional)
2. Current Status (E.g. Concept development in progress, Script development in progress, Script completed, Looking for investment)   

There is no limit to the number of pages to the submission.

Incomplete submissions will not be evaluated. 

• Concepts with a fuller base of creative materials and presentations (deck, visuals, synopses, character bios, storyboards, character designs etc) and attached elements (directors, writers, co-producers, production companies, distribution, actors, financing partners etc.) will be assessed more favourably.
• By submitting their project and all relevant information (“Submitted Information”) to the  ATF x Mediacorp Drama Concepts & Co-production Pitch 2024,  each Applicant grants, and on behalf of all other individuals listed in the submission, (i) grant the Organisers access to the Submitted Information for the purposes of evaluating and shortlisting the final projects; and (ii) the right to reproduce, publish and use the Submitted Information as it deems fit for marketing and publicity purposes or any other purposes in connection with the  ATF x Mediacorp Drama Concepts & Co-production Pitch 2024.  

Mediacorp is Singapore’s national media network and largest content creator. Its purpose is to create engaging and trusted content, as well as to connect communities and inspire people. Mediacorp engages over three million people in Singapore daily across four languages on its digital platforms including mewatch, melisten and CNA.asia, six TV channels and 11 radio stations. Beyond Singapore, Mediacorp also has a growing international audience through CNA and content distributed across markets.

With a focus on nurturing talent and growing the sector, the company is committed to investing in nation-wide initiatives like Star Search, Anugerah, Yaar Antha Star and SPOP, commissioning a wide variety of work from local content creators, and collaborating with institutes of higher learning. As Singapore’s first local Multi-Channel Network in partnership with YouTube, Mediacorp is also committed to developing a network of digital content creators.

For advertisers, Mediacorp has partnered industry-leading brands like ESPN, Mothership, Singapore Tatler, theAsianparent, VICE, YouTube and 99.co to form the Mediacorp Digital Network in offering more effective content-driven solutions.

Mediacorp is the recipient of industry accolades including New York Festivals, World Media Festivals, PromaxBDA (World and Asia) and Asian Academy Creative Awards.

For more information, please visit mediacorp.sg.