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VertIGo Vertical Pitch Competition 2026 — AI Vertical Drama
VertIGo Vertical Pitch Competition 2026 — AI Vertical Drama is a creative challenge organized by LA Vertical Drama Market. Submissions closed on October 21, 2026. These details come from the organizer's official information, last checked on September 29, 2026.
Overview
VertIGo expanded its vertical-drama pitch program with a dedicated AI video competition. Finalists screen before an industry jury during the LA Vertical Drama Market.
Who Can Enter?
Organized in the United States and open to participants worldwide.
Eligibility details: Open worldwide. Works may have been created at any time and must meet the professional event and rights requirements.
- Participant types
- Creator
- Entries
- Individual and team entries
- Languages
- Entries must be in English with English subtitles.
- Entry fee
- Final deadline: USD 69 standard / USD 30 student. USD 69 standard / USD 30 student at final deadline
Categories and Tracks
Listed under AI Video & Film, and also relevant to Creative AI Applications. Competition format: Creative Challenge.
Prize and Benefits
The organizer lists: 1st USD 1,000; 2nd USD 500; 3rd USD 300. USD 1,800 cash prizes
Important Dates
- Submissions open
- September 1, 2026
- Submission deadline
- October 21, 2026
- Results announced
- November 2, 2026
- Event dates
- November 6, 2026 – November 6, 2026
The organizer lists a date without a timezone or exact closing time. Submit well before the deadline.
AI Tool and Model Rules
Entries must be two connected AI-made vertical microdrama episodes, primarily created with AI tools; no specific AI platform is required.
Review the official rules for the complete submission terms.
Submission Requirements
Submit two connected 9:16 episodes of 60–90 seconds each in one viewing link/file; work must be primarily created with AI tools.
Source Verification
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