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✖ [] Hit enter to search. FOLLOW US: NBCUniversal TIPS Late Night Writers Workshop Writers on the Verge NBCU Directing Fellowship NBCUniversal Short Film Festival Stand Up NBC SEARCH Connect News Events About Talent Actors Writers Comedians Directors All Past Talent Where Are They Now? Programs Actors Writers Comedians Directors All Programs Learn More Actors Writers Comedians Directors All Past Talent Where Are They Now? Actors Writers Comedians Directors All Learn More All Programs Writers PROGRAM Late Night Writers Workshop LOCATION New York SUBMISSION WINDOW January PROGRAM DATES April (Dates subject to change) DESCRIPTION The NBCUniversal Late Night Writers Workshop is a program focused on exposing talented joke, sketch and comedy writers to NBCUniversal’s late-night & alternative lineup and readying them for a staff writer position. We are looking for writers who are “almost there” but need that final bit of preparation and exposure to key industry players. We particularly encourage female writers and those of diverse backgrounds to apply. READ MORE. SUBMISSION MATERIALS Application Bio Resume Sketch packet Release Form Letter of Rec (optional) Actors/Writers/ Directors PROGRAM NBCUniversal Short Film Festival LOCATION Los Angeles SUBMISSION WINDOW February – May PROGRAM DATES August (Semifinals) October (Finale) (Dates subject to change) DESCRIPTION The goal of the NBCUniversal Short Film Festival is to display and celebrate diversity in entertainment. This is the ultimate showcase for writers, directors, actors, TV creators and filmmakers from all over the country. It provides creative individuals of diverse backgrounds an opportunity to get their materials in front of key decisions makers from the entire NBCUniversal family as well as agents, managers, producers, and other industry players. Read more . SUBMISSION MATERIALS Entry Form Screener Directors Directors PROGRAM Emerging Director Program LOCATION Depends on show assignment SUBMISSION WINDOW November (By Nomination Only) PROGRAM DATES One year cycle – Spring-Spring (Dates subject to change) DESCRIPTION The Emerging Director Program is designed to take directors accomplished in their respective fields (features, commercials and/or music videos) and have them work alongside episodic television directors. The selected directors will foster relationships and fine tune their art to fit the television format. Read more. SUBMISSION MATERIALS Nomination Letter (required) Bio and/or resume Reel and/or examples of your work on screen Writers PROGRAM Writers on the Verge LOCATION Los Angeles SUBMISSION WINDOW May PROGRAM DATES September – January (Dates subject to change) DESCRIPTION Writers on the Verge is a 12-week program focused on polishing writers and readying them for a staff writer position on a television series. We are looking for writers who are “almost there,” but need that final bit of preparation with their writing and personal presentation skills. We particularly encourage writers of diverse backgrounds to apply. Read more. SUBMISSION MATERIALS Application TV spec script Release Form Writers/Comedians PROGRAM StandUp NBC LOCATION LIVE AUDITIONS 4 cities throughout the summer FINALE Los Angeles SUBMISSION WINDOW Live Auditions PROGRAM DATES Finale Showcase: December (Dates subject to change) DESCRIPTION Each year NBC selects 3-5 cities across the country and holds both auditions and live showcases of the top diverse talent from that area. At the end of the search, a handful of comedians are brought back to Los Angeles to showcase for key industry players at NBCUniversal and industry-wide. The winner of the showcase gets a talent holding deal with NBC. Read more. SUBMISSION MATERIALS Application Live audition Actors/Writers/ Directors PROGRAM Scene Showcase LOCATION Los Angeles (June) New York (September) SUBMISSION WINDOW WRITERS November – December ACTORS February PROGRAM DATES June and September (Dates subject to change) DESCRIPTION The NBC Scene Showcase is a one night event in which NBC produces a live showcase of 5 minute scenes by up-and-coming diverse writers and directors, starring new diverse talent. It’s an opportunity to demonstrate their talents for NBC Entertainment executives and casting directors, talent agents, managers, as well as other industry professionals. Read more. SUBMISSION MATERIALS WRITERS 1-2 x 5 minute comedic scene(s) Release Form ACTORS Head shot Resume Casting PROGRAM Casting Apprentice Program LOCATION Los Angeles & New York SUBMISSION WINDOW Varies, check nbcunicareers.com for openings PROGRAM DATES Apprenticeship lasts for two years DESCRIPTION The NBC Universal Casting Apprentice Program is a career development opportunity for individuals pursuing a career in casting. This program is designed for individuals with diverse backgrounds who aspire to become a Casting Manager within a Network or Studio or a Casting Associate or Director on a production. Depending on the assigned division, apprentices will be given an opportunity to work at a Network with executives or in a Freelance Casting Office with a Casting Director. Read more . SUBMISSION MATERIALS Read more about the NY position. Read more about the Los Angeles position. See nbcunicareers.com for more information. Writers PROGRAM Diverse Staff Writer Initiative LOCATION Los Angeles & New York SUBMISSION WINDOW Ongoing PROGRAM DATES Positions typically filled during March – June staffing season DESCRIPTION NBC encourages diversity among our writing staffs by funding select staff writer positions for all scripted NBC Primetime Series. SUBMISSION MATERIALS Scripts must be submitted by your agent or manager for regular staffing to qualify for this program FAQ Privacy Policy Terms of Use NBCUniversal TIPS Late Night Writers Workshop Writers on the Verge NBCU Directing Fellowship NBCUniversal Short Film Festival Stand Up NBC © 2016 NBCUniversal, INC. All Rights Reserved.