Film Study Center Harvard Fellowship (FSC-Harvard)
The FSC-Harvard Fellowship supports innovative nonfiction and experimental audiovisual projects, providing resources and a collaborative workshop environment for creative research in film, video, photography, and sound.
Funder: Harvard University
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Awards typically range from $1,000 to $5,000 per project; maximum $5,000 per fellow over duration.
Summary: Supports advanced creative work in film, video, photography, and sound, especially nonfiction, that expands the expressive potential of audiovisual media.
Key Information: Only Harvard affiliates are eligible; exceptions for Cambridge-based artists may be considered with prior approval.
Description
The Film Study Center Harvard Fellowship (FSC-Harvard) provides support for advanced creative projects in film, video, photography, and sound, with a focus on works that push the boundaries of audiovisual storytelling, particularly in nonfiction forms. The fellowship encourages innovative, experimental, and ethnographic projects that explore new expressive possibilities in audiovisual media. Fellows receive access to production and post-production equipment, technical support, and participate in a vibrant community of filmmakers, including workshops and critiques. Central to the fellowship is active participation in the Nonfiction Workshop, where works in progress are shared and discussed.
