Runway Gen

New Multi-Shot demos showed Runway turning short prompts into 15-second dirt-bike chases, forest ambushes, and dialogue-led sequences. The examples make the web app easier to read as a prompt-to-scene tool, though evidence is still mostly creator-side tests.

Runway released Ad Concepter on the web app to generate ad concepts from a prompt, reference image, and product shot, then tied it to a contest with up to $100K in prizes. The tool makes concept ideation more turnkey, but users still need paid-plan access and the official watermark.

Runway's new web app turns a prompt or starter image into a cut scene with dialogue, sound effects and shot pacing. Creators can now block whole sequences instead of stitching isolated clips.

Runway's Big Ad Contest is taking 30-to-60-second spots built around seven fictional briefs, with submissions closing April 1 and prizes up to $100,000. Treat it like a live client sprint and lock your concept fast if you already have a paid Runway plan.

Runway opened submissions for AI Festival 2026 across film, design, new media, fashion, advertising and gaming. The AI film circuit is formalizing fast, so submit early if you want a clearer path from experiment to festival recognition.

Runway opened a two-week contest asking creators to make 30-60 second ads for seven fictional products, with prizes up to $100K and paid-plan access required. Use it to build spec work under a real brief and test whether AI ad craft can also perform.

Runway opened a two-week ad competition built around seven fictional products, with cash prizes for the strongest generative spots. It gives AI filmmakers a structured way to practice commercial storytelling without client notes or live-action production costs.

Runway opened Characters on its developer platform with API access, custom voices, embedded knowledge, and a free starter allowance. Use it to build interactive hosts, guides, and assistants that can talk through tasks instead of relying on passive video.