Women Directing Mentorship
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Overview
Women Directing Mentorship
Overview: Prestigious mentorship program pairing rising female directors with established episodic directors on Shondaland-produced television series.
Partner: Shondaland (founded by Shonda Rhimes)
Program Details:
Past Winners:
Eligibility Focus:
Geographic Scope: Global
Organization: SeriesFest in partnership with Shondaland
About Shondaland: Prolific storytelling company producing shows including Grey's Anatomy, Private Practice, Scandal, How To Get Away With Murder, Station 19 (ABC), Bridgerton, Inventing Anna, and Notes on Love (Netflix)
Contact: seriesfest.com
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Submit application materials through SeriesFest
2. Application reviewed by panel including SeriesFest and Shondaland team members
3. Semi-finalists selected for recognition
4. One winner announced annually
Required Materials:
Specific submission details available on SeriesFest website.
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