Friday, July 10, 2009

URGENT DEADLINE: FELLOWSHIP FOR YOUNG FILMMAKERS!

FILMMAKERS: This Wednesday, July 15th, is the deadline to apply for Cinereach's Reach Film Fellowship! The Reach Film Fellowship (RFF) is an annual six-month program that supports four young filmmakers making short fiction and documentary films of social relevance. The Fellowship provides a $5,000 grant, sponsorships, and industry mentorship throughout the production process. Industry judges will award an additional $5,000 to one of the films, which will also screen at Cinereach’s annual Reach Out event in the spring.

The fellowship is open to filmmakers who completed film studies programs in 2008 or 2009. This year, self-taught filmmakers may also apply, but are advised to discuss their eligibility with Cinereach staff by emailing [email protected] before submitting an application. Filmmakers in the process of transitioning from novice filmmaker to professional are ideal candidates for the Fellowship. Application and guidelines can be found online at www.reachfilmfellowship.com.

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This blog provides information on upcoming grants, fellowships and residencies for artists, writers, composers, and media artists. It is for serious professionals only, from emerging to mid-career to established. I also publish information for graduate students from time to time. However, I do not publish information on exhibition or publishing opportunities, nor do I advertise artist retreats and workshops that charge money. At least that is my current policy. For more info on where to exhibit or publish, please see my links section which I try to periodically update. I sift through hundreds of search engines and websites to find opportunities for YOU dear artist. In return, I ask you to pass the information along to those who need it. Also, since this is a free blog, I don't always have the time to weed carefully through everything. If you find a grant or website or residency that is not up-to-date, is dodgy in some way, or is no longer in existence, please let me know! Also, if you stay somewhere at one of the residencies I suggest and have a good experience, I want that feedback too. Please check my FAQs at the top right side bar if you have questions before starting your search. Best wishes and happy hunting!