CAPE New Writers Fellowship
About this opportunity
The CAPE New Writers Fellowship discovers and nurtures emerging screenwriters of Asian and Pacific Islander descent. The hybrid programme combines in-person sessions in Los Angeles with virtual Zoom sessions, featuring masterclasses, workshops, panels, and a Writing Lab pairing fellows with high-level industry mentors. Alumni have been staffed on over 80 shows across all major network, cable, and streaming platforms.
Application tips
Demonstrate a strong and distinctive voice in your writing sample. CAPE values storytelling that reflects diverse Asian and Pacific Islander experiences.
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