Now in its sixth year, this program continues to offer one talented young actor the opportunity to study at the acclaimed Film and Television Acting School. The Founder’s Scholarship is a unique award offering one economically disadvantaged student a lifetime opportunity to secure state-of-the-art screen acting training in Australia.
Valued at $35,000 the Founder’s Scholarship covers all tuition fees for the two-year full-time government-accredited 10869NAT Advanced Diploma of Screen Acting over the complete course of two years. The award also includes the production of the Scholarship recipient’s Showreel and Industry Graduation Showcase upon completion of the program. In addition to full subsidisation of tuition fees, the successful applicant will receive mentoring from a range of critically-acclaimed, award-winning actors throughout the duration of their studies.
Founder’s Scholarship 2020 Recipient Veronica Chan who recently graduated in 2021 on what the Founder’s Scholarship has meant to her:
“It’s a dream that I’ve always had, and I’ve never thought that I would be able to pursue. It’s completely changed my life, it’s kind of given me the motivation and drive to see that I can actually pursue this dream that I love and this passion that I have. It’s given me a whole new career path and perspective of what my future could be like, and it’s totally different to what it was before. It’s given me a new potential future.”
Commenting on the importance of Scholarship programs amidst the current global climate, Actress and Screenwise CEO Denise Roberts said:
“There are far too many talented people out there from all walks of life who have an enormous amount to offer. If we want diversity in our actors, and a true representation of the world around us, then we have to provide the opportunities for that to happen.”
Screenwise is looking forward to receiving a diverse and broad range of applicants throughout this year’s application process and is encouraging individuals from underrepresented communities to apply for the award. Those interested in the Scholarship can visit www.screenwise.com.au or contact Screenwise on info@screenwise.com.au or 02 9281 4484.
About Screenwise
Now in its twenty-second year, Screenwise continues to provide state-of-the-art screen acting training and support to thousands of Australian actors. Numerous Screenwise Alumni have continued onwards to great success in Australia and across the globe.
