Have an idea for a TV show that you think has commercial prospects? Now you can find out: Sell Your TV Concept Now, Inc. encourages students with ideas for viable TV series to apply for their Hit Makers Summit Scholarship. The scholarship, open to students who have been enrolled in television or film production programs, includes the registration fee for the March 2008 Hit Makers Summit. Need more convincing to apply? The Summit will be held at Universal Studios theme park in Orlando, Florida.
Three scholarships are available to undergraduates and recently graduated students (students must have graduated within the past year) of at least 18 years of age. Applications are due by February 22; winners will be notified by February 25. Scholarships will be awarded based on an idea’s creativity and originality, and the quality of the written proposal.
The Hit Makers Summit, to be held from March 3 – 5, offers students the chance to network with experienced television writers, producers and executives. In workshops, participants will refine their ideas and hone pitches. The scholarship covers registration at the summit, valued at $1,447. Winners must supply their own transportation to the summit.
For more information and to view the application, visit http://www.sellyourtvconceptnow.com/scholarship.html.