The CRAFT Institute presents "The Writers Retreat"
An in-person 3-day residency in picturesque Martha’s Vineyard. We will provide Four (4) Black screenwriters with the resources and tools to workshop their Feature Script or TV Pilot in a safe, supportive environment. All genres welcome. All expenses covered by The CRAFT Institute.
The retreat includes 1:1 mentorship, seminars, writing shares and opportunities for connection building that are sustained beyond the 3 days.
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Date: September 20 - 22, 2024
Location: Black Ivy Cottage, Oak Bluffs, Martha’s Vineyard
Application Window: Sun, May 5th 12pm ET - Sun, May 26th 11:59am ET.
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Please note application is hosted on CreateEnsemble.com.
Please note the application link will not be live until May 5th at 12:00pm ET. Please see below to prepare in advance.
Pre-register to receive direct communication and live updates regarding the application and program.
About The CRAFT Institute: The CRAFT Institute is a non-profit organization dedicated to curating culturally inclusive ecosystems throughout the world of arts and entertainment by transforming formal training and industry practices while promoting equitable access. Through curriculum and pedagogy, creative content development and production, networking opportunities and events, CRAFT’s consultation, coaching, workshops and clearinghouse of resources amplify the work of the people of the global majority and culturally specific institutions.
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About CreateEnsemble.com: Create Ensemble is an incubator that provides a learning and talent development infrastructure for creatives of color. It encourages cross pollination through collaboration across various creative spaces and cultural backgrounds. Through seed funding and community support, Create Ensemble fosters a thriving ecosystem for the emergence and growth of new and existing talent, stories, and perspectives.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
The submission window opens on May 5th, 2024 12:00pm ET and ends on May 26th, 2024 at 11:59pm ET, or until 250 applications are received. As we are only accepting 250 applicants, we encourage submitting early.
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Application Cost: $30.
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Eligibility Requirements:
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Black, African or African Diasporic Screenwriter
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21 years or older
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Applying as an individual writer
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Open to international and US Participants
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Support of CRAFT Mission to curate culturally inclusive ecosystems throughout the world or art and entertainment.
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Applicants will be expected to prepare and share the following:
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Application Information: What would you like to work on during The Writer's Retreat? Title, logline, synopsis, overview, first 10 pages of script.
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Personal Statement: What is your personal connection to the material? (250 words max)
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Community Connection: Do you have any personal connection to the unique communities featured in your story? (250 words max)
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Thematic Statement: What is the theme of your script? (250 words max)
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Where in your life do you mentor? (250 words max)
Please note we are only accepting 250 applicants. Once 250 have been submitted, we will close the application.
Those selected to continue to the next round will be notified by June 30th, 2024, and will be asked to submit a full script draft. An interview will be conducted for finalists during the first week of August 2024.
Please email Emily Goes (egoes@thecraftinstitute.org) regarding any questions. If there are technical difficulties with the application, please contact contact@createensemble.com. We will be readily available to support any questions or concerns you have.
Pre-register to receive direct communication and live updates regarding the application and program.