Zealous

About Zealous

Zealous - Modern Submissions Management Platform Zealous is an award-winning, all-in-one submissions management platform that transforms how organizations run competitions, awards, grants, residencies, exhibitions, and creative programs. Trusted by over 300 organizations worldwide - including galleries, corporations, nonprofits, agencies, and professional societies - Zealous saves hundreds of administrative hours while creating seamless experiences for applicants, judges, and administrators. Streamline Every Stage of Your Program From launch to winner announcement, Zealous handles the entire lifecycle of your program. The platform eliminates spreadsheets, clunky systems, and working weekends, replacing them with an intuitive, automated system that scales effortlessly from 50 to 5,000+ submissions. Whether you're running art prizes, writing contests, innovation challenges, academic grants, or professional awards, Zealous adapts to your specific requirements rather than forcing you into rigid templates. Powerful Features That Save Time - Rich Media Submissions: Go beyond basic forms with embedded images, videos, portfolios, and documents displayed directly in-platform. No downloading required Intelligent Judging System: Transparent scoring with customizable criteria, anonymous review options, multiple rounds, and automated reminders that increase judge participation - Flexible Entry Management: Handle multiple entry tiers, student rates, early bird pricing, and bundled submissions without touching code - Payment Integration: Stripe integration means entry fees go straight to your account. Zealous never holds your money or takes commission - Visual Management: Organize and review applications in one intuitive interface with powerful filtering and search capabilities - Public Voting: Engage your community by involving audiences in the selection process - 99.98% Uptime: Enterprise-grade reliability that handles thousands of entries simultaneously Built for All Programs Taking Submissions Zealous serves diverse sectors: art galleries running open calls and biennials, corporations managing innovation challenges, academic institutions administering grants and scholarships, creative agencies running client competitions, professional societies celebrating member achievements, and festivals commissioning new work. The platform has helped organizations achieve remarkable results - from 22% increases in submissions to thousands of pounds saved in staff time. Transparent, Flexible Pricing Unlike competitors, Zealous offers monthly billing that adapts to your needs. Run competitions when you want, pause between programs, and change plans based on actual usage. No annual lock-ins, no hidden fees, no setup costs, and no "fair usage" penalties. What you see is what you pay, with all features included. Start accepting submissions in minutes with no training required - just use proven templates designed for different program types. Exceptional Support Included Unlimited support comes standard at no extra cost, including live chat during UK business hours, comprehensive help documentation, setup assistance, and free pre-launch reviews for Pro members. The platform is so intuitive that even non-tech-savvy users can navigate submission, scoring, and administration with ease. Mission-Driven Company Founded 14 years ago, Zealous is more than just software - part of the company's profits support emerging creators through community awards and initiatives. The platform was built to empower organizations to create more opportunities for their communities, whether that's discovering talent, celebrating achievement, engaging stakeholders, or building meaningful networks. Get Started Today Begin taking submissions in minutes with no onboarding or credit card required. Experience why organizations describe Zealous as "remarkable," "worth every single penny," and "a revelation", a platform that doesn't just manage submissions, but creates professional experiences that enhance your reputation and delight every participant.

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