Television Scriptwriters Program
National Hispanic Media Coalition
INFO: The NHMC Television Scriptwriter’s Program is designed to familiarize participants with the format, characters and storyline structure of specific shows that are currently on the air. The five-week, *total immersion workshop is mentored and guided by former NBC V.P of Script Development, Geoff Harris and is conducted in Sherman Oaks, CA. A total of 10 writers are accepted nationwide from an established network of non-profit agencies, schools, universities, guilds and media organizations. The goal is that the writers garner the skills necessary to obtain employment in the industry.
The program will be held September 28 – October 30th.
DEADLINE: July 20, 2020
https://www.nhmc.org/writersprogram
Nickelodeon Writing Program
INFO: Our global Writing Program is one of the best in the biz. Consider the facts: alum have gone on to create their own Nickelodeon shows and write for all sorts of TV series and films. While in the Program, writers meet our series creators, work in writers’ rooms, and receive hands-on experience writing spec scripts and pitching story ideas in both live-action and animated television. Basically, they write a lot and do cool things, all while being provided a salary!
There are two creative avenues to pursue: the General Track (up to 1 year) and the Preschool Track (6-months). The Preschool Track was created to develop writers specifically interested in writing and/or creating shows for the preschool demographic. You bring the smart, funny, engaging stories and characters, and we’ll help you bring the preschool.
General Track
The Nickelodeon Writing Program offers emerging television writers from around the world a paid opportunity to develop their craft and launch their careers.
While in the Program, writers hone their skills, build a professional network and gain real-world experience in writers’ rooms for our critically acclaimed live-action and animated shows. The General Track is a full-time commitment for up to 1 year.
Your submission must include a spec script based on a show from the Accepted Shows List (see Step 3) and an original comedy pilot.
Preschool Track
If you’re interested in writing for an audience who’s smart, funny, and likes to laugh and play this is the opportunity for you!
The Preschool track offers talent development opportunities with a focus on Nick Jr. content. The Preschool Track is a full-time 6-month commitment.
Your submission must include a spec script based on a show from the Accepted Shows List (see Step 3) and an original comedy pilot.
DEADLINE: August 1, 2020
https://www.nickanimation.com/writing-program
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
Mixed Mag
INFO: Mixed Mag is a multimedia publication dedicated to promoting multiethnic/multicultural voices.
Submission guidelines:
prose submissions must be under 1500 words in the following categories (fiction/CNF, politics, tv/film/theatre, music, health/wellness/food)
submit up to 3 poems
submit up to 10 original photos or visuals
send to mixedmag.media@gmail.com
DEADLINE: August 1, 2020