Zealous is a cloud-based submissions management platform that helps you focus on your program's impact, not its paperwork. We eliminate the administrative burden of running competitions, awards, grants, and application programs. Our intuitive solution automates entry collection, streamlines judging workflows, and enables integrated public voting, helping organizations grow their submissions, not their workloads.
Purpose-built to handle diverse entry types, Zealous has an obsession with presentation, providing a beautiful and intuitive viewing experience for everything from visual portfolios and video submissions to academic papers and business proposals. The platform handles diverse media formats seamlessly, transforming manual, time-consuming processes into efficient, transparent workflows that enhance your reputation while building lasting communities.
Key Features & Capabilities
Zealous offers comprehensive submission management with customizable application forms, automated fee collection, and flexible judging tools that require no training. Applicants can save drafts and refine their presentations in a user-friendly environment, while judges benefit from side-by-side comparison tools designed for in-depth evaluation. The platform includes automated communications, public voting integration, comprehensive reporting, and transparent tracking that builds trust with applicants and stakeholders.
Target Users & Applications
Our platform serves arts organizations, creative agencies, galleries, museums, academic institutions, corporate innovation programs, and cultural foundations. Whether managing prestigious art awards, design competitions, photography contests, creative grants, research proposals, pitch competitions, or academic programs, Zealous provides the professional infrastructure that matches the quality of work being submitted.
Performance & Impact
Organizations report an 80% reduction in administrative workload and a 22% increase in submission rates year-over-year. Users consistently highlight improved submission quality, enhanced judge satisfaction, and stronger community engagement. The platform’s visual-first approach leads to better discovery of exceptional talent and ideas, creating opportunities that extend beyond individual competitions.
Pricing & Support
Zealous offers transparent monthly pricing without annual lock-ins or hidden fees, plus complimentary onboarding support. With ready-to-deploy templates and intuitive setup, organizations can launch professional programs in hours rather than weeks. Our pay-as-you-grow model includes 20 free entries to get started, making it accessible for organizations of all sizes.
Why Choose Zealous
Unlike generic awards platforms, Zealous understands that every submission—whether a creative portfolio or a groundbreaking business idea—requires specialized presentation and evaluation tools. We're not just managing submissions—we're amplifying creativity and innovation, building communities, and creating sustainable recognition programs that elevate industries. Every feature is designed with the understanding that awards change creators' and innovators' trajectories and open doors that might otherwise remain closed.
Seller
Zealous Solutions Ltd.Languages Supported
English
Product Description
Zealous is a cloud-based submissions management platform that helps you focus on your program's impact, not its paperwork. We eliminate the administrative burden of running competitions, awards, grants, and application programs. Our intuitive solution automates entry collection, streamlines judging workflows, and enables integrated public voting, helping organizations grow their submissions, not their workloads. Purpose-built to handle diverse entry types, Zealous has an obsession with presentation, providing a beautiful and intuitive viewing experience for everything from visual portfolios and video submissions to academic papers and business proposals. The platform handles diverse media formats seamlessly, transforming manual, time-consuming processes into efficient, transparent workflows that enhance your reputation while building lasting communities. Key Features & Capabilities Zealous offers comprehensive submission management with customizable application forms, automated fee collection, and flexible judging tools that require no training. Applicants can save drafts and refine their presentations in a user-friendly environment, while judges benefit from side-by-side comparison tools designed for in-depth evaluation. The platform includes automated communications, public voting integration, comprehensive reporting, and transparent tracking that builds trust with applicants and stakeholders. Target Users & Applications Our platform serves arts organizations, creative agencies, galleries, museums, academic institutions, corporate innovation programs, and cultural foundations. Whether managing prestigious art awards, design competitions, photography contests, creative grants, research proposals, pitch competitions, or academic programs, Zealous provides the professional infrastructure that matches the quality of work being submitted. Performance & Impact Organizations report an 80% reduction in administrative workload and a 22% increase in submission rates year-over-year. Users consistently highlight improved submission quality, enhanced judge satisfaction, and stronger community engagement. The platform’s visual-first approach leads to better discovery of exceptional talent and ideas, creating opportunities that extend beyond individual competitions. Pricing & Support Zealous offers transparent monthly pricing without annual lock-ins or hidden fees, plus complimentary onboarding support. With ready-to-deploy templates and intuitive setup, organizations can launch professional programs in hours rather than weeks. Our pay-as-you-grow model includes 20 free entries to get started, making it accessible for organizations of all sizes. Why Choose Zealous Unlike generic awards platforms, Zealous understands that every submission—whether a creative portfolio or a groundbreaking business idea—requires specialized presentation and evaluation tools. We're not just managing submissions—we're amplifying creativity and innovation, building communities, and creating sustainable recognition programs that elevate industries. Every feature is designed with the understanding that awards change creators' and innovators' trajectories and open doors that might otherwise remain closed.
Overview by
Dan Jackson
