[Arab Fund for Arts and Culture](https://www.arabculturefund.org)

July 11, 2023 (Full application deadline, 17:00 Beirut time, GMT+3)

$2,000 stipend per selected writer; travel and accommodation for three residencies provided; up to 5 series projects supported over 7 months.

Mentorship and development program for Arab series creators, guiding projects into limited series through residencies, mentorship, and industry support.

--- ## Description This mentorship program, jointly run by the Arab Fund for Arts and Culture (AFAC) and OSN, supports writers and creative teams from the Arab region in developing limited series projects. Over a seven-month period, selected participants will engage in three in-person residencies, benefit from ongoing mentorship, work with field experts, and participate in peer-to-peer learning environments. The initiative aims to foster high-quality, diverse content from the Arab world and help build a sustainable creative ecosystem for series development. OSN will have the right of first look at the projects developed through the program, with the potential for further production opportunities. --- ## Due Dates - July 11, 2023: Full application deadline (applications must be submitted by 17:00 Beirut time, GMT+3) --- ## Funding Amount - Each selected writer receives a $2,000 stipend. - Travel and accommodation for all three residencies are fully covered. - Up to five series projects are supported per cycle, with collaborative and individual mentorship provided throughout the seven-month program. - No direct production funding is provided, but selected projects may be considered for further development by OSN. --- ## Eligibility - Open to Arab writers living and working in the Arab region, regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, or religion. - Applicants must have prior writing experience (preferably in series writing) and must apply with a series project. - Teams of 2–4 writers are encouraged, but solo writers may apply (co-writers will be assigned if selected). - Applicants with an active AFAC grant are not eligible. - Applicants with pending AFAC applications should contact the grants management team before applying. --- ## Application Process - Applications are only accepted through the [AFAC online portal](https://www.arabculturefund.org/Login). - Required supporting materials: - Fully written pilot episode (1 episode) - One-page synopsis - Character profiles - Episodic storylines - Samples of previous work (for each writer) - Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. - Following submission, applications undergo an administrative check and are then evaluated by an independent jury. - Up to five projects will be selected and announced publicly. - Selected writers must sign a contract and commit to attending all residencies and meeting writing deadlines. --- ## Additional Information - Writers are expected to work collaboratively, providing input on each other's projects during residencies. - Weekly online sessions and one-on-one mentorship are integral to the program. - OSN’s Originals Department will have a first look at all developed projects. - Failure to attend residencies or adhere to the writing schedule may result in disqualification. --- ## External Links - [Program Page (AFAC Writers' Room)](https://www.arabculturefund.org/Programs/43) - [Application Preview (PDF)](https://www.arabculturefund.org/data/filemanager/Applications-Preview/2023/6459f28f35678_WritersRoom-EN.pdf) - [AFAC Registration Page](https://www.arabculturefund.org/Register) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General inquiries | [soleil.gharbieh@arabculturefund.org](mailto:soleil.gharbieh@arabculturefund.org) | | Application support | [rachad.chamoun@arabculturefund.org](mailto:rachad.chamoun@arabculturefund.org) |

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