The International Sámi Film Institute, as Nicholl Fellowship partner, invites emerging Sámi and Indigenous writers to apply for nomination to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting.

This prestigious international program discovers and supports new screenwriting talent.

Submit your script for a chance to be recommended and compete for a $35,000 fellowship, professional mentorship, and international career opportunities.

DEADLINE
June 11, 2025 at 23:59 (CET)

If you have questions, please contact the International Sámi Film Institute's Eva Måsø, Communications Consultant, at eva@isfi.no.

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* 1. Name

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* 2. Address

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* 4. Phone

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* 5. If you identify as Indigenous, please specify your nation or community. This information helps us ensure appropriate representation and support for Indigenous participants.

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* 6. Short CV / professional background

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* 7. Short biography (four sentences).

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* 8. Title of your Screenplay

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* 9. I confirm that I hold the rights to this Screenplay.

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* 10. Completed feature-length screenplay (between 80-125 pages).

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* 11. Short synopsis (Three sentences).

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* 12. Logline (One sentence).

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* 13. Personal statement outlining your motivations and what you aim to gain from the program.

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* 14. By submitting this, you agree to the use of this information for program purposes. You acknowledge and accept the rules established for participation in the Nicholl Fellowship program. You consent to the collection and use of your personal information (name, email, contact details, and script) for administrative purposes and for communication from ISFI.

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* 15. I confirm that I have not earned more than $25,000 USD in my lifetime from screenwriting (excluding public grants, which are not considered earnings).

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