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THE PROGRAM
Since 1970, the Visiting Artists Program has been an ongoing activity
of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the Academy
Foundation. The program assists colleges and media arts centers,
as well as festivals, conferences and other film-related events,
in sponsoring visits to their sites by leading film professionals.
The program was designed by the Academy to allow students and faculty
the opportunity to have direct contact with working film professionals,
thereby establishing an important link between the academic study
of film and filmmaking and the men and women who make movies.
The Academy assists institutions applying to the program by contacting
its members to determine their availability and interest in serving
as Visiting Artists. The program also provides funding for transportation.
Proposals focused on a particular individual or two are the most
difficult to accomodate; those with greater flexibility are more
likely to be successful.
For more information on how your school or organization can become
involved, please contact the Academy's Educational Programs and
Special Projects Department.
HOW TO APPLY
You must submit a written proposal to the Academy to be eligible
to participate in the Visiting Artists program. The proposal must
include the following information:
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The history and scope of the applying institution's film department
or program.
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A breakdown of how the artist's time would be utilized, including
any classes, workshops and screenings in which the artist might
participate.
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What impact such a visit would have on the audience involved,
and to what extent that audience is knowledgeable about film
and filmmaking.
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Which branch of the Academy the artist should represent to
best meet specific needs.
The Branches of the Academy are Actors, Art Directors, Cinematographers,
Directors, Documentary, Executives, Film Editors, Music, Producers,
Public Relations, Short Films and Feature Animation, Sound, Visual
Effects and Writers.
The Academy carefully considers all written proposals and evaluates
them on the basis of merit and need. You will be contacted after
your proposal has been received and reviewed.
Please address all correspondence to:
Visiting Artists Program
Attention Randy Haberkamp
Educational Programs and Special Projects
8949 Wilshire Boulevard, 5th Floor
Beverly Hills, California 90211
E-mail: rhaberkamp@oscars.org
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