About
The Gotham EDU Film and Media Career Development program allows students from across the country to learn from industry professionals and provides the resources needed to make informed and strategic decisions as they complete their academic studies. During the 6-week virtual component of the program, students attend interactive discussions with industry leaders, develop creative concepts, and explore career opportunities. Students are exposed to a variety of career choices, gain a working knowledge of the film and media industry sectors, develop a creative concept, and engage with makers and industry leaders during Gotham Week 2023.
Questions? Please contact [email protected]
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility
- — Must be currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program.
- — OR alum from an academic institution within the last year.
Requirements
- — Completed Application
- — Letter of Recommendation
- — Resume
Application Form
Application can be found here.
Deadline for nominations: Closed for 2023
Program Components
- — Coffee Break Chats: A new prompt will be suggested for each week’s coffee break chat as a way to open up the students creatively and socially.
- — Peer-to-Peer Meetups: Students work together to hold each other accountable through the development process for their creative concepts by providing insightful feedback and support.
- — Industry Led-Conversations: Moderated sessions in which students gain a better understanding of the Industry professional’s career path, current role, and the future of the media sector/ecosystem in which the professional works.
- — Career and Creative Mentorship: One-on-one sessions with Gotham staff and mentors.
Scholarship Opportunities
The Joel Schumacher | Sophia Cranshaw Scholarship: Five (5) undergraduate and graduate students who are members of Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities as well as those who identify as LGBTQ+.
The Questlove Scholarship: Five (5) undergraduate students are selected who are members of Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities. This is a great opportunity for students who have a passion and interest in audio storytelling.
*Applicants can identify which scholarships they would like to be considered for on the application.