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Fellowships & Grants SeriesFest x NextGen 50 LATE DEADLINE: JULY 14 APPLY NOW The TV Writing Lab in partnership with the Next50 Foundation seeks unproduced 20-45 minute pilots that challenge the perception of aging and scripts must be void of stereotypes traditionally associated with aging. Seeking series that move beyond outdated or one-dimensional portrayals. Instead of familiar tropes, we’re excited to see nuanced, authentic, and surprising representations of older adults. Academy Nicholl...

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Fellowships & Grants Accelerate Fellowship for Disabled Writers DEADLINE: JUNE 17 APPLY NOW The Accelerate Fellowship is a four-month rewriting sprint that gives disabled film and television writers $30,000 in funding and bespoke mentorship to develop a spec script to market. Through writers groups, one-on-one mentorship, guidance from the Inevitable Foundation staff, and access to leading film and television writers, the program offers disabled writers everything they need to get their...

Fellowships & Grants NBC TV Writer's Program APPLICATIONS OPEN: JUNE 1 APPLY NOW During the program, writers develop an original pilot to which they retain all rights. They are paired with NBCUniversal development and current programming executives who mentor them and polish samples for staffing consideration. At the conclusion of the program, participating writers will be considered for available staff writer positions on NBCU Television and Streaming as well as Universal Studio Group...

Fellowships & Grants Rideback RISE DEADLINE: MAY 31 APPLY NOW RISE supports and empowers mid-career POC creators and artists to make commercial film and television across genres that reflects our multicultural society. The year-long fellowship offers unparalleled access to key economic, creative, and business resources. Through tailored sessions and workshops led by top industry leaders, Fellows gain the tools, confidence, and network to bring viable, original commercial projects to life and...

In the Cut is happy to announce the relaunch of our weekly opportunities newsletter. Each Sunday, you'll learn about new fellowships, grants, and labs you can apply for, plus upcoming industry events and insights. Hope you find it helpful! Fellowships & Grants Love & Laughs Short Film Grant DEADLINE: MAY 20 APPLY NOW Brought to you be Universal, Malcom D. Lee, and Tribeca Film Festival, Love & Laughs seeks to amplify dynamic filmmakers with a passion for telling comedic and romantic stories....