What type of project can I enter?
Basically any program you'll have completed by the deadline.
- From a class
- for a class - for example, a capstone class, a web development class, a software engineering class or any other class where you've created a significant project
- For a hackathon
- If you built something for a hackathon, you can reuse it for Pitchfest. This would be a perfect opportunity for you to get feedback on what you built.
- A personal project
- If you've been working on a portfolio project, Pitchfest is a perfect chance to get some feedback and practice presenting it to the world.
Do I need a team to enter?
Individual and team projects can be entered with the caveat that the event space has a limited capacity. If we exceed capacity, priority will be given to group projects.
What about the video?
The video should be short and just has to show the basic functionality of your project. It does not require sound and it does not have to show every feature. It's just so that we know that your project runs prior to Pitchfest.
It shouldn't be more than a minute or two.
Tell me more about the demo/presentation?
Pitchfest is an informal event. It's an opportunity for you to build your network, practice pitching, and get feedback on both your project and your presentation.
The pitch isn't a formal pitch. Think of it like a class presentation or a hackathon presentation.
You should be able to demo/pitch your project in under 5 minutes. At Pitchfest you will be presenting multiple times to different tech professionals.
Any other questions?
Send an email to mailto:cunypitchfest@gmail.com