Tuesday, July 29, 2014

United Talent Agency (UTA) seeks qualified candidates for its Agent Trainee Program.

United Talent Agency (UTA) seeks qualified candidates for its Agent Trainee Program. Previous industry experience and bachelors degree required. Candidates must be motivated, extremely detail oriented, have excellent communication and organizational skills and a desire to learn the business of talent representation. This is a very demanding environment with excellent opportunities to work in Film, Television, Music, New Media and Entertainment Marketing. Proficiency with Microsoft Office software is mandatory. Compensation includes overtime and full benefits. References required. www.unitedtalent.com for more information. Fax cover letter & resume to (310) 247-1111 or email to trainingprogram@unitedtalent.com. No calls.

The Christophers Annual Video Contest for College Students

The Christophers Annual Video Contest for College Students The Christophers Annual Video Contest for College Students is open to current college students enrolled as undergraduates or graduate students at colleges and universities across the country. 

The video contest consists of students creating and submitting a short film of five minutes or less. The film must depict the highest values of the human spirit. The story should be about people who have made a powerful impact on the lives of others. Winners include a first prize, second prize and third prize winner along with 5 honorable mentions. Each winner receives a cash prize.
 Examples of past winning videos include stories of people who have created extraordinary programs that help troubled youth or foster children. The theme of the video contest should depict how people have used their gifts and talents to make the world a better place for others. All videos must be submitted as DVDs and uploaded to the entry site.

The scholarship is offered by The Christophers, a non-profit organization based in New York. The non-profit was formed in 1945 and has been awarding video scholarships since 1988.

The deadline for this scholarship is usually in DECEMBER of each year, and the award amount is usually $2,000. 

For more details, visit www.christophers.org/Page.aspx?pid=273

Thursday, July 24, 2014

Scholarships, Scholarships and More Scholarships!!!!!

Goedeker's College Scholarship Provided by : Goedeker's Award: $500 Deadline: July 31, 2014 The Goedeker's College Scholarship is available to students currently enrolled in an accredited college or university. You must submit an essay of at least 300 words detailing why attending college and your field of study are important to you. You must have a minimum 3.0 GPA to qualify for this award. http://www.goedekers.com/college-scholarship Speak Your Mind Slam Provided by : Power Poetry Award: $1000 Deadline: July 31, 2014 Your mind is an amazing thing. It collects information, helps you sort out your emotions and, best of all, it's the portal into your imagination. We want to know what you're thinking about. Tell us in a poem what makes you tick for a chance to win $1,000 for your college education. http://www.powerpoetry.org/poetry-slams/speak-your-mind-slam Tutor the People Essay Scholarship Provided by : Tutor the People Award: $500 Deadline: July 31, 2014 The Tutor the People Essay Scholarship is open to current high school seniors and undergraduate students attending an institution in the United States. You must be in good academic standing, have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and submit a one-page personal story in order to qualify for this award. http://tutorthepeople.com/scholarship/ Domestic Violence Law Firm Scholarship Provided by : Laubacher and Co. Award: $1000 Deadline: July 31, 2014 The Domestic Violence Law Firm Scholarship is available to currently enrolled undergraduate, graduate and law students. You must be a U.S. citizen, have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and submit an essay on how domestic violence has affected you in order to be considered for this award. http://www.laubacherlaw.com/scholarship/ Bud Siegfried Scholarship Provided by : Siegfried and Jensen Award: $1000 Deadline: July 31, 2014 The Bud Siegfried Scholarship is available to students currently enrolled at a college/university in the United States. You must submit a 500 to 700 word essay about how an injury attorney can make a difference in certain situations and one 300 to 400 word essay about an act of service you have performed in the last three weeks in order to qualify for this award. http://www.siegfriedandjensen.com/scholarships Storage.com Scholarship Contest Provided by : Storage.com Award: $2500 Deadline: July 31, 2014 The Storage.com Scholarship Contest is open to current high school seniors who will be enrolled at a college in the fall of 2014 and current undergraduate and graduate students. You must submit an essay of between 250 and 400 words that answers the question: "Given that you already have the necessities for college, if you could only take what fits into a backpack, what would you bring?" in order to qualify for this award. http://www.storage.com/scholarships/ I Define Success Scholarship Provided by : I Define Success Award: $500 Deadline: July 31, 2014 The I Define Success Scholarship is available to undergraduate students. To be considered, you must submit a minimum 700 - word essay describing how you define success, and your plans to be successful. http://idefinesuccess.net/money/ Mark A. Forester Scholarship Provided by : Rocky Mountain Matress Award: $1000 Deadline: July 31, 2014 The Mark A. Forester Scholarship is available to students currently enrolled in school. You must submit an essay of between 300 and 500 words explaining how you go about honoring America's military heroes in order to qualify for this award. http://www.rockymountainmattress.com/company/mark-a-forester-scholarship.php

Monday, July 21, 2014

Internship for company owned by major A-List Actor

Internship for company owned by major A-List Actor. This would be a valuable experience for those wanting to gain inside knowledge about the entertainment industry. Heavy errands, script coverage, and administration work. Please be prepared to work 2-3 full days a week. This position is unpaid and you MUST be eligible for school-credit. We are located in Westwood, CA. If interested, please e-mail jleasst@jlopezent.com

Seeking Development Assistant

A fast paced unscripted television producer with an overall deal at an award winning production company seeks motivated development assistant. Must be passionate about unscripted television, knowledgeable of the industry players and TV shows, and possess strong writing and networking skills. Responsibilities include scheduling and phones, coordinating travel, tracking the status of on-going projects, updating development grids, developing new show concepts and other general office duties. Must have 1-2 years industry desk experience. Agency experience is a plus. Please send resume to openposition.la@gmail.com and put "Development Assistant" in the subject line.

Beverly Hills entertainment law firm seeks assistant / floater / file clerk

Beverly Hills entertainment law firm seeks assistant / floater / file clerk. Duties include clerical, administrative support, and standard assistant duties, including rolling calls and heavy scheduling. We are looking for someone professional in demeanor and appearance with excellent phone manner and organizational skills; the ideal candidate will also be a detail-oriented self-starter who learns quickly, has strong computer skills and is able to meet deadlines and excel under pressure. Must be MS Office/Outlook proficient. Great opportunity for anyone with a strong interest in the Entertainment Industry. Previous desk experience preferred. Please email cover letter and resume to: ent.legal.asst1@gmail.com

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

California Middle Class Scholarship is designed to help undergraduate students in families whose annual income is up to $150,000. Eligible students must attend University of California (UC) or California State University (CSU) campuses. Students must be from the state of California and have attended a California high school for at least three years before graduating. Scholarships are pro-rated based on family income. The amount of the scholarship will increase each year up to four years. Students must be currently attending an accredited California college or university and be in good academic standing. The scholarship is new and intended to help a wider range of students with scholarships covering from 10 to 40 percent of college tuition. The scholarship is provided by the California Student Aid Commission, created in 1955 by the California Legislature. As a state agency, the organization is responsible for financial aid programs affecting college students in California, including public and private universities, colleges, and vocational schools. The deadline for this scholarship VARIES each year, and the award amount VARIES. For more details, visit www.csac.ca.gov/mcs.asp

Monday, July 14, 2014

Video Game Innovation Fellowship

Video Game Innovation Fellowship Deadline: August 15 Leaders on Fast Track (LOFT) has partnered with the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) to run the ESA LOFT Video Game Innovation Fellowship. Your goal is simple: create a video game or application that can inspire social change in your community. Minority youth ages 16-24 are eligible to apply. 20 winners will receive $1,000 grants and a trip to DC. http://bit.ly/1ncyNlD

Summer of Service Awards Deadline: July 31

Summer of Service Awards Deadline: July 31 The Summer of Service Awards recognize young people who are creating positive change through volunteering and service. Winners receive a $1,000 award to assist them in continuing their good work. Young change-makers, ages 5-18, are eligible to apply. Visit www.YSA.org/BeInspired

The Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship

The Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship is open to all U.S. high school students grade 9 - 12, current college students both undergraduate and graduate, and adult students. 

This scholarship is based entirely on merit. Grades and test scores are not considered. But students entering the contest must show a passion for fulfilling their dreams of completing a post-graduate education. In order to apply, students must submit an essay of 250 words or less describing what the scholarship will mean to them and how it will help them fulfill their career goals. 
 
The scholarship is funded by and named after authors Gen and Kelly Tanabe. They are considered experts on college admission and scholarships and have written popular books that include The Ultimate Scholarship Book, The Ultimate Guide to America's Best Colleges, 50 Successful Ivy League Application Essays, and more. 

The scholarship money is for students planning to attend or currently enrolled in an accredited college or university. The money may be used for tuition, room and board, books or any other college-related expense.

The deadline for this scholarship is JULY 31,2014 and the award amount is usually $1,000. 

For more details, visit www.gkscholarship.com/index.html

Sunday, July 13, 2014

THE WRAP NEWS is seeking dedicated MARKETING interns

THE WRAP NEWS is seeking dedicated MARKETING interns who are experienced in Mail Chimp for its annual conference THEGRILL. Must be highly organized with good phone manner, computer skills and professional presentation. Must have own computer, Mac preferred. Please send resume and cover letter to nancy@thewrap.com. DISCLAIMER:::: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Please make sure that your parent makes the contact for you, and not you......

Night and Day Pictures Needs An Assistant

Night & Day Pictures – a busy production company located in Downtown, LA – is looking to fill an assistant position immediately. Ideal candidate will be highly motivated, organized, creative and have excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include handling phones, scheduling, script notes & coverage, intern coordination, and office management. Prior desk and/or production experience and a bachelor’s degree required. Please email cover letter and resume to: nightanddayjob@gmail.com

Seeking An Assistant to Entertainment Company President

Top commercial talent agency is seeking an assistant to the President and Head of Celebrity Endorsements. A successful candidate MUST have agency, management or entertainment marketing experience and be able to thrive in a fast pace environment. Main responsibilities include: schedule management, handling a high volume of calls/emails, generating and updating client/collateral materials, coordinating client travel and other logistics and keeping current on industry news/trends. Must be detailed oriented, have excellent computer skills, be personable yet polished, and have a strong desire to learn the business. We are looking for someone with a desire to grow and be an agent. Please only apply if you have relevant experience – email resumes to: gsmith@iaala.com

Creative Executive Job Opportunity!

Red Granite Pictures seeks a qualified Creative Executive for its development team. Responsibilities include: sourcing projects, evaluating material, providing comprehensive story analysis and being an active participant and voice in the development process. Responsibilities also involve taking an active role in films that are in production by watching dailies during principal photography and providing analysis of dailies and participating in the notes process throughout post production stages of our films. Candidates must have past experience as a development executive, as this is not an entry level position. Please email resumes to rgopening2014@gmail.com

Friday, July 4, 2014

Make Me Laugh Scholarship Application 2014

Make Me Laugh Scholarship Application 2014 Why so serious? Scholarships can be fun! Take a break from the boring application routine and make us laugh. That’s right; we want a real LOL moment. Make Me Laugh is a fun scholarship that lets you cut loose and lighten things up. Looking for a scholarship for comedians? Now is your chance to show us your funny bone. Perhaps you always have an embarrassing – but funny – story to share. Great! We’ll promise to laugh with you, not at you. The point is that not all scholarships have to be serious. Relax and have fun! The only thing serious about this scholarship is the money you could win towards your college education. With $1,500 – you could be laughing your way to the bank! Apply Now Applicants must: Be thirteen (13) years of age or older at the time of application Be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2020) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education Submit an online short written response (250 words or less) for the question: “OMG… finding and applying for scholarships is serious business, but it’s time to lighten things up a little. We don’t want to know why you deserve $1,500 or how great your grades are, we simply want to LOL. Describe an incident in your life, funny or embarrassing (fact or fiction), and make us laugh!” The 2014 Make Me Laugh Scholarship winner will be notified on or around November 30, 2014. Apply Now Award Amount: $1,500 Application Deadline: August 31, 2014 at 11:59 pm EDT Complete Scholarship Rules

Flavor of the Month Scholarship Application 2014

Flavor of the Month Scholarship Application 2014 Winning scholarships can be sweet – especially with this special “à la mode” award for scholarship seekers who love ice cream. Are you simple and sweet like vanilla, classic yet unpredictable like chocolate chip, or a little nutty like pistachio? Whatever the flavor or reasons may be, we want to know what ice cream flavor best reflects your personality and why. July is National Ice Cream Month, and we need a little help picking out a “Flavor of the Month” for our famous ice cream scholarship. Tell us all about your ice cream flavor, and you could scoop up a sweet $1,500 scholarship. Apply Now Applicants must: Be thirteen (13) years of age or older at the time of application Be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2020) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education Submit an online short written response (250 words or less) for the question: “Summer and ice cream go hand-in-hand. In fact, July is National Ice Cream Month and that’s the inspiration behind this award. We think people are very similar to ice cream; some are nutty, others a little exotic, while some are very comforting. If you were an ice cream flavor, which would you be and why?” The 2014 Flavor of the Month Scholarship winner will be notified on or around October 31, 2014. Apply Now Award Amount: $1,500 Application Deadline: July 31, 2014 at 11:59 pm EDT

Celebrate America with a scholarship

Celebrate America with a scholarship! June 02, 2014 A true patriot is red, white and blue, inside and out. If you’re a true patriot, then the following Americana-themed scholarships are right up your alley. Nothing encompasses the American dream more than these patriotic scholarships. Scholarship opportunities enable students to gain access to higher education through helping to paying for school. Think about it: aren’t opportunities really at the heart of the American dream? Check out the following patriotic scholarships, which celebrate the red, white and blue: 1) Donna Foss Independence Day Essay Scholarship Contest Award: $5,000 Deadline: July 13, 2014 Available to: High School Freshman through High School Senior The Donna Foss Independence Day Essay Scholarship Contest is available to U.S. citizen high school students. You must write a 1500 word minimum essay on the theme “Happy Birthday America” to be eligible for this award. Three winners will receive $5,000, $2,500, and $1,000 scholarships to the accredited U.S. college or university of their choices. Learn more information about the Donna Foss Independence Day Essay Scholarship Contest. 2) Platt Family Scholarship Prize Essay Contest Deadline: July 31, 2014 Award: $1,500 Available to: College Freshman through College Senior The Platt Family Scholarship Prize Essay Contest is open to full- time undergraduate students enrolled in an American college or university. You must write an essay between 1,500 and 5,000 words on the topic, “Lincoln and the Hard Hand of War” to be eligible for this award. Complete details and topic prompt are on the sponsor’s web site. Get more information on the Platt Family Scholarship Prize Essay Contest. 3)Mark A. Forester Scholarship Deadline: July 31, 2014 Award: $1,000 Available to: High School Senior to Graduate Year 5 The Mark A. Forester Scholarship is available to students currently enrolled in school. You must submit an essay of between 300 and 500 words explaining how you go about honoring America’s military heroes in order to qualify for this award. Get more information on the Mark A. Forester Scholarship. 4)Patriot’s Pen Competition Award: $5,000 Deadline: November 1, 2014 Available to: Maximum Age 14 Years Sponsored by Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, the Patriot’s Pen Competition is open to students in grades six through eight. To enter, you must submit a 300 – to 400 – word essay on the following theme: “Why I appreciate America’s Veterans.” Learn more information about the Patriot’s Pen Competition. 5)Veterans of Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan) and Iraqi Freedom Scholarship Award: $2,500 Deadline: November 1, 2014 Available to: College Freshman through College Senior The Veterans of Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan) and Iraqi Freedom Scholarship is available to active – duty and honorably discharged U.S. military veterans (to include Reservists and National Guard personnel) of the Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan) or Iraqi Freedom operations. You must be actively pursuing an undergraduate degree in an eligible major at an accredited two- or four-year institution in the United States to be considered for this award. Learn more information about the Veterans of Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan) and Iraqi Freedom Scholarship. 6)Voice of Democracy Scholarship Competition Award: $30,000 Deadline: November 1, 2014 Available to: High School Freshman through High School Senior The Voice of Democracy Scholarship Competition is open to high school students. To enter, you must write and record a three- to five-minute broadcast script on the following theme: “Why Veterans are Important to our Nation’s History and Future.” Learn more information about the Voice of Democracy Scholarship Competition. 7)Disabled War Veterans Scholarship Award: $2,500 Deadline: November 1, 2014 Available to: College Freshman through College Senior The Disabled War Veterans Scholarship is available to active – duty service personnel, honorably discharged U.S. military veterans, reservists, and National Guard personnel who are disabled because of wounds received during service in Enduring Freedom-Afghanistan or Iraqi Freedom Operations. You must be actively pursuing an undergraduate degree in an eligible major at an accredited two- or four-year institution in the United States to be considered for this award. Learn more information about the Disabled War Veterans Scholarship. 8)AMVETS National Scholarship for Veterans Award: Varies Deadline: April 15, 2015 Available to: College Freshman to Graduate Year 5 The AMVETS National Scholarship for Veterans is available to U.S. veterans who are full-time students in undergraduate studies, graduate studies or certification/degree programs at technical/trade schools. You must be an AMVETS member, be a U.S. citizen, and demonstrate financial need to be eligible for this renewable award. Learn more information about the AMVETS National Scholarship for Veterans. 8)MajGen Harold W. Chase Prize Essay Contest Award: $3,000 Deadline: Varies Available to: College Freshman through College Senior Sponsored by the Marine Corps Gazette, the MajGen Harold W. Chase Prize Essay Contest is open to all Marines on active duty and to members of the Selected Marine Corps Reserve. The contest honors the essay that proposes and argues for a new and better way of “doing business” in the Marine Corps. Learn more information about the MajGen Harold W. Chase Prize Essay Contest. 9)American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest Award: $18,000 Deadline: Varies Available to: High School Freshman through High School Senior Provided by The American Legion, the National High School Oratorical Contest is open to junior high and high school students who are under the age of 20 and citizens or lawful permanent residents of the United States. You must prepare an oration on some aspect of the U.S. Constitution, with some emphasis on the duties and obligations of citizens to our government. A complete list of topics are available on the Legion’s Web site. Each individual state winner certified into and participating in the first round of the national contest receives an additional $1,500 scholarship. Learn more information about the American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest. 10)Freedom Scholarship Award: $1,000 Deadline: Varies Available to: High School Freshman through Graduate Student, Year 5 Provided by the Idaho State Board of Education, the Freedom Scholarship is available to students who are residents of Idaho. You must the child of someone who has been determined by the federal government to have been a prisoner of war, missing in action, or killed in action or died of injuries or wounds sustained in action in southeast Asia, including Korea, or who shall become so hereafter, in any area of armed conflict in which the United States is a party. Learn more information about the Freedom Scholarship. 11)Liberty Scholarship – VMI Award: Varies Deadline: Varies Available to: College Freshman through College Senior Provided by the Virginia Military Institute, the Liberty Scholarship is available to students at the Virginia Military Institute who have been adversely affected due to a death of a relative in the Pentagon attack on September 11, 2001. Learn more information about the Liberty Scholarship – VMI. 12)Samsung American Legion Scholarship Program Award: Varies Deadline: Varies Available to: High School Junior The Samsung American Legion Scholarship Program is open to high school juniors who are direct descendants of U.S. wartime veterans who served during one or more of the periods of war officially designated as eligibility dates for membership in the American Legion by the United States government. In order to apply, you must have completed an American Legion Boys State or American Legion Auxiliary Girls State Program and plan to attend an accredited U.S. college or university. Selection is based on the following criteria: academic record; involvement in school activities; involvement in community activities and financial need. Learn more information about the Samsung American Legion Scholarship Program. 13)Walter Morris Gay Memorial Award Award: Varies Deadline: Varies Available to: College Senior The Walter Morris Gay Memorial Award is available to senior pre-law majors at Berea College. You must demonstrate high academic achievement, character and patriotism to be eligible for this award. Learn more information about the Walter Morris Gay Memorial Award. 14)Green to Gold Scholarship Award: Varies Deadline: Varies Available to: College Freshman through College Senior The Green to Gold Scholarship is available to U.S. citizens with a minimum of two years Active Duty as well as three months of Active Duty for every one month of specialized training. You must be a high school graduate or equivalent, have a minimum GPA of 2.5, a GT score of at least 110 and pass the APFT within the last 6 months with score of 180 or higher, minimum of 60 points in each event. Also, you must submit letters of acceptance from the PMS of that Army ROTC Battalion and school offering Army ROTC. Additionally, you must not have been convicted of a domestic violence crime, have a Favorable National Agency Check (or have initiated the action), DODMERB Medical Qualification, be eligible to Reenlist, not be a conscientious objector and have no more than 3 dependents, including spouse to qualify for this award. Learn more information about the Green to Gold Scholarship. Bonus Patriotic Internship! White House Internship Program Deadline: September 7, 2014 Available to: College Freshman to Graduate Year 5 The White House Internship Program is open to undergraduate and graduate students. To be considered, you must be committed to public service, demonstrate leadership in your community, and be committed to the mission of the Obama Administration. In addition to normal office duties, interns will attend weekly lectures, volunteer at special events, participate in tours, and contribute to a community service project in the Washington, D.C., area. You must be a United States citizen and be at least 18 years of age. Learn more information about the White House Internship Program.

DirectTextbook.com Scholarship Essay Contest

DirectTextbook.com Scholarship Essay Contest Provided by : Direct Textbooks, Inc. Award: $2500 Deadline: July 24, 2014 The DirectTextbook.com Scholarship Essay Contest is open to students currently enrolled in an accredited two - or four - year college or university. To enter, you must submit a 500 - word essay that answers the following questions: "How does having purpose affect the quality of your life? What happens when you do not have purpose in your life?" You must be a US citizen and have a minimum 2.0 GPA to be eligible for this award. Learn More You will be directed to the scholarship provider's website. There, you can begin your application for this scholarship. Type of Award: Essay Contest Awards Available: 3 Fields of Study: All Fields of Study Website: http://www.directtextbook.com/scholarship.php Additional Information: Only the first 5000 entries will be accepted. Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.

The 2014 Shout It Out Scholarship

Shout It Out Scholarship Application 2014 Have something on your mind? Let it out, or better yet SHOUT it out. Give your thoughts a voice and earn free college money at the same time. Our Shout It Out Scholarship committee wants to know what you have to say. Whether it’s a message for the world or just a quick “hi mom,” this is your opportunity to speak up and win money for college. We’re listening! Let your keyboard be your megaphone, and shout out your message. This unique scholarship gives you the platform to speak up – and cash in. The “loudest” applicant will receive the $1,500 Shout It Out Scholarship reward. Apply Now Applicants must: Be thirteen (13) years of age or older at the time of application Be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2020) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education Submit an online short written response (250 words or less) for the question: “If you could say one thing to the entire world at once, what would it be and why?” The 2014 Shout It Out Scholarship winner will be notified on or around January 15, 2015. Apply Now Award Amount: $1,500 Application Deadline: Sept. 30, 2014 at 11:59 pm EDT