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

Submit your feature film script for a chance to be recommended to the Academy for a $35,000 USD fellowship, professional mentorship, and career opportunities through the Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting.

DEADLINE
June 21, 2026 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. Short biography (four sentences).

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* 6. Short CV / professional background

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

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

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* 9. Title of your Screenplay

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* 10. Logline (One sentence).

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* 11. Short synopsis (Three sentences).

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

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

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* 14. By submitting this application, you agree to the use of the information provided for the administration and delivery of the program. You acknowledge and accept the rules established for participation in the Nicholl Fellowship program.

You consent to the collection and processing of your personal information, including your name, email address, contact details, script, and any other information provided in this application, for administrative purposes and communication from ISFI, and/ or the Nicholl Fellowship program.

Your personal information will be treated confidentially and processed in accordance with applicable data protection laws. ISFI will retain your application and personal data only for as long as necessary to administer the program and evaluate applications. All application materials and personal data will be deleted no later than 12 months after the application deadline.

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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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