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The Snarky ElePHANT INCUBATOR

Our incubator program has an open application with a deadline every September for entrance into the next year's cohort.

APPLY FOR OUR 2024 COHORT

this application cycle is now closed, stay tuned for updates on our 2025 cohort

We are looking for emerging film industry creators whose work embodies our mission's principles. Creators should consider themselves actively looking for ways to expand their networks, grow creatively, and support to advance their projects. For creators with a single project in film or theater and/or their representing parties, please see our Pitch Portal.

 

For further clarification or more information, we advise you to see our FAQ's page. If your question is not answered, please email us. 

BENEFITS

General

  • A one (1) year, non-exclusive agreement with a production company with renewal possibilities

  • Pitch deck creation support plus a final practice pitch session to SEP Staff and/or network executives for feedback, etc.

  • Access to schedule sessions to discuss and learn basic information regarding:

    • Contract Development & Guidance

    • Structural Organizational Decisions

    • Legal Templates and Resources

FINANCIAL

  • Special rates for equipment rentals and staffing (production, editing, etc)

  • An honorarium to recognize their acceptance into the cohort

  • Grant writing support with zero upfront cost

  • Connections (where possible) to private funders

Marketing

  • A dedicated Creator page on our website which can be updated regularly and will include photo, bio, and portfolio (as provided by Creator)

  • Social media and newsletter promotion promoting our collaborative work

  • A dedicated marketing budget and possible direct-to-consumer advertisements or promotions valued at $5,000

Guidance

  • Access to SEP staff during office hours for feedback, guidance, and to workshop future ideas creatively, logistically, financially, and strategically

  • Artistic and career guidance/coaching (for management, booking, etc)

NETWORKING

  • Meetings with SEP’s advisory board members, which consist of established network executives, directors, producers, writers, and creatives

  • A network of current and former SEP creators to collaborate with

IMPORTANT: Decisions are reached in October of each year. We aim to reach out to you by end of October of that year with our decision. You are welcome to send updates to us throughout the year if there are material additions, updates, or further context you would like to add to your application. 

APPLICATION

Applications are due by 11:59 PM EST, August 15th of each year, with late applications being accepted until 11:59 PM EST, September 1st. All applications must be submitted with their appropriate application fees.

*Application Fee: We charge a nominal fee of $25 to submit an application and $35 for those submitting for our late deadline of September 1st. We do this to ensure we can continue to provide unique and valuable services to our creators. However, we understand that film and television visionaries often experience great financial challenges while trying to develop their work and careers. In light of this, we are offering to waive our fee for those who fit this category.

Please contact info@snarkyelephant.com if this applies to you. Our team is happy to discuss. 

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