Women Directing Mentorship
Deadline to Apply: 11/01/2026
About the Program:
SeriesFest and Shondaland are honored to partner on the eighth cycle of the Women Directing Mentorship: A competition designed to discover aspiring female directors with unique voices and provide a launchpad for their careers. Founded in 2019, The Women Directing Mentorship is anchored by the prestigious opportunity to shadow a director on an episode of a Shondaland original series.
The 2027 winner will be announced at the thirteenth annual SeriesFest in Denver, Colorado! Creatives and the Television Industry will gather from around the world at SeriesFest: Season 13 to celebrate the impact of the Women’s Directing Mentorship Program during the annual festival.
Eligibility and Entry:
Entry Materials:
- Work Sample
- A short film or a feature
- Personal Introduction Video
- 3–5 minute video introducing yourself, your unique voice and style, and why you think you’re the right fit for the Women Directing Mentorship. Be creative!
- Reel under 15 minutes or a short film showcasing your directing work. This reel can include student work.
- CV/Resume
- Entry Fee
To qualify, you must have 3 years of professional experience (in any professional role, not just Director). This can include having experience directing independent shorts, series, and films. Applicants who have previously directed a network series are ineligible.
- Must be 21+ years of age.
- Applicants should be based in the United States or the United Kingdom.
- No directing teams will be considered, apply individually.
Learn More and Apply Here: Women Directing Mentorship – SeriesFest
