If any veterans out there are looking for a writer mentoring program, I came across this while reading an article: https://www.wgfoundation.org/programs/the-veterans-writing-project
Submissions open Jan 19th and close Feb 20th.
Applicants must be 21 years or older and be either a U.S citizen or permanent resident. Screenwriting experience is preferred but not necessary.
" The mission of the Writers Guild Foundation’s Veterans Writing Project is to identify emerging writers from United States military backgrounds and provide them with the tools and insights to nurture their passion for writing and successfully navigate the entertainment industry.
We do this in three phases over a yearlong program: A weekend-long retreat, weekly Basic Course, and monthly follow-up workshops and special events. Each military veteran is matched with WGA members. Our writer-mentors represent some of the most beloved movies and television series of the past and present, and are committed to guiding the voices of the future.
Upon completion of the program, qualified participants will have the opportunity to pitch their finished screenplay to leading industry executives, managers, agents, and showrunners. "
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Such a beautiful investment by the WGF - thank you for sharing!
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Terrific program. I was a Finalist last year and hoping to make it into the program this year. If I win, I will move to LA - dreams, dreams, dreams.
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This is a great share Lisa, thank you! We must serve all of our veterans by giving them opportunities, the way they served us.
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Thank you checking it out
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L. Tom Deaver Congratulations on being a finalist last year and good luck this year!
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Niki H Agreed. Our veterans deserve the highest level of help, opportunity, and appreciation.
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Fantastic!