Applications are now being taken to join the BAFTA Los Angeles Newcomers Program, which helps rising stars of the entertainment industry climb the Hollywood ladder.
The deadline is April 30 to apply to join the British Academy’s acclaimed scheme which offers networking opportunities, educational programs and access to BAFTA’s professional development events.
After 11 years assisting Brits to develop their skills, build their showbiz careers and expand their support network in LA, international talent is now being added to the mix to strengthen global collaboration and cultural exchange.
So if you are new to LA, talented in any area of the film, TV or games industries and looking to develop your career, this could be the program for you. Please see the requirements and application details below.
The BAFTA Los Angeles Newcomers Program is a four-year new talent initiative, recognizing and supporting international rising stars who have recently moved to Los Angeles to further their development and career.
Since the program’s launch in 2007, this initiative has recognized the long and fruitful legacy of UK talents moving to the US to expand their knowledge, develop their skills, and expand their network of peers.
In its eleventh year, the program has expanded to include international representation to further deliver BAFTA’s mission to promote cultural exchange and strengthen global collaboration. We would love your help in connecting with international talent here in Los Angeles who might be interested in the program.
Applications are submitted via GetAcceptd and applicants must fulfill the following requirements:
Be a UK Citizen OR a non-US Citizen
Have lived in Southern California for less than two years as of June 30.
Time spent as a full-time student in film, television or games related courses will not count towards these two years.
Have full-time employment, or be working on a full-time basis if self-employed, in film, television, and/or games, or related professions. OR Be a full-time student at a school connected with film, television and/or games with an expanding portfolio of work that demonstrates a trajectory of growth and career advancement.
A commitment to supporting the mission and values of BAFTA, striving for excellence in the art forms of the moving image, in an inclusive and collaborative spirit.
Applications are now open for the BAFTA Los Angeles Newcomers Program and the deadline to submit an application is April 30, 2018.
For more information about the program and other support BAFTA provides to new talents, visit the website baftala.org
– Sandro Monetti
BAFTA LA Board of Directors Member and New Talent Co-Chair
