Who can apply?
An eligible applicant to this program must meet all of the following minimum eligibility criteria:
- Identify as Black, Indigenous or Person of Color (BIPOC)
- Be currently employed at a Director level (or equivalent) or higher at an established media production, broadcast or digital media company or have equivalent freelance experience;
- Have a minimum of three (3) screen credits or commensurate experience within the entertainment community;
- Applicants must be able to present a detailed plan of their goals and aspirations in the industry. All goals must be directly related to producing content for the film and television business
- Has not previously participated in the DIALOG program
DIALOG is open for submissions from individuals residing in every corner of the world.
Submission Requirements:
Benefits:
- Individualized pairings with mentors expertly positioned to provide bespoke actionable feedback on plans and objectives. A minimum of two hours of mentoring per month; to be determined on access and availability of mentor and mentee;
- Mentorship as a cohort via three (3) virtual workshops between October 1, 2024 -March 31, 2025 (facilitated by Realscreen/NATPE). Subjects to include such topics as pitching, dealmaking, budgeting, negotiating and financing;
- Complimentary access to Realscreen Summit & NATPE Global from February 3 to 7, 2025 in Miami.
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