Residency
YOUR CAREER JOURNEY, SUPPORTED EVERY STEP
Experience Residencies empowers early to mid-career professionals in premium post-production through immersive, nine-month paid residencies. Participants gain hands-on experience across specialized tracks, working alongside industry leaders in world-class post-production settings.
The program provides deep exposure to professional workflows, guided by expert mentorship, helping residents develop cutting-edge skills and industry insight. Collaborations with top producers and creative teams offer unparalleled networking opportunities, setting the stage for a new generation of talent to shape the media landscape. Experience Residencies equips participants to drive the future of post-production, building connections and expertise to elevate their careers.
Residency
YOUR CAREER JOURNEY, SUPPORTED EVERY STEP
Experience Residencies empower early to mid-career professionals in premium post-production through immersive, nine-month paid apprenticeships focused on documentary filmmaking. Participants gain hands-on experience within specialized tracks, working alongside industry leaders in high-performing post-production environments.
The program offers deep exposure to professional workflows, guided by meaningful mentorship that accelerates skill-building and industry insight—knowledge that often takes years to acquire. By working alongside top producers and creative teams, participants gain real-world experience and access to valuable networks early in their careers.
Open to all, the program is designed to expand access to creative careers and increase visibility for talent from all backgrounds.
How it works
YOUR PATH,
EXPERT GUIDANCE
YOUR PATH,
EXPERT GUIDANCE
1 Meaningful Work Experience
2 Wrap Around Mentorship
3 Specialized Programming
4 Network and Career Planning
1 Meaningful Work Experience
2 Wrap Around Mentorship
3 Specialized Programming
4 Network and Career Planning
Personal Mentorship
Program Director Support
Specialized Programming
Network and Career Planning
Residency Tracks
Residency Tracks
2026 Residency
Archival Research + Producing
2026 Residency
Archival Research + Producing
2026 Residency
Archival Research + Producing
2026 Residency
Color
2026 Residency
Color
2026 Residency
Color
2026 Residency
Editorial
2026 Residency
Editorial
2026 Residency
Editorial
2026 Residency
Motion Design for Documentary
2026 Residency
Motion Design for Documentary
2026 Residency
Motion Design for Documentary
2026 Residency
Post Producing for Documentary
2026 Residency
Post Producing for Documentary
2026 Residency
Post Producing for Documentary
2026 Residency
Sound
2026 Residency
Sound
2026 Residency
Sound
Industry Partners
These renowned companies are opening their doors to welcome the next generation of talent — some by providing apprenticeship opportunities, others by contributing through industry panels, workshops, site visits, or mentorship.
Whether you're working side by side on active projects or gaining insight from behind-the-scenes access, this is a rare chance to learn from leaders across the field and start building your place in the industry.
RadicalMedia
Story Syndicate
Library Films
Campfire Studios
Union Editorial
Archival Ninjas
Royal Muster
General Assembly
Vaudeville Post
RadicalMedia
Story Syndicate
Library Films
Campfire Studios
Union Editorial
Archival Ninjas
Royal Muster
General Assembly
Vaudeville Post
RadicalMedia
Story Syndicate
Library Films
Campfire Studios
Union Editorial
Archival Ninjas
Royal Muster
General Assembly
Vaudeville Post
Application Review Process
Timeline and Application
Review Process
1
The application criteria intend to gather a holistic view of each candidate, including a statement of interest, resumé, biography, work samples, and letters of recommendation.
2
Each application is independently evaluated by a minimum of two reviewers in the relevant discipline. Those advancing proceed to a series of interviews, which take place by video conference.
3
The review process takes approximately 16 weeks before offer letters are extended to the next cohort of Residents. We are targeting the first week of December 2025 for offer letters to go out.
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The nine-month program
will begin in January 2026
and run through October 2026.
Eligibility Guidelines
Experience Residencies are open to all. This program is designed to create greater access and visibility into creative careers for individuals from all walks of life. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and be eligible for employment in the United States.
Resident positions are considered full-time positions, with occasional overtime that may be required as necessary in a given project. Benefits will be offered. Pay Ranges from $28-$33 per hour based on prior experience and the position in which you will be working.
Participants must be physically based in the United States
Participants’ employment will be subject to Industry Standard employment policies and compliance with the employee handbook.
Bridging Talent with Opportunity —
Bridging Talent with Opportunity —
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Timeline and
Application
Review Process
1
The application criteria intend to gather a holistic view of each candidate, including a statement of interest, resumé, biography, work samples, and letters of recommendation.
2
Each application is independently evaluated by a minimum of two reviewers in the relevant discipline. Those advancing proceed to a series of interviews, which take place by video conference.
3
The review process takes approximately 16 weeks before offer letters are extended to the next cohort of Residents. We are targeting the first week of December 2025 for offer letters to go out.
LET’S EXPAND WHAT CREATIVITY MEANS
LET’S EXPAND WHAT CREATIVITY MEANS
LET’S EXPAND WHAT CREATIVITY MEANS