THE HOLLYWOOD RADIO AND TELEVISION SOCIETY’S (HRTS) NEWLY LAUNCHED
HRTS FOUNDATION OPENS APPLICATIONS FOR INAUGURAL YEAR FELLOWSHIPS
The HRTS Foundation Launched to Support Underrepresented Professionals and Creatives
Los Angeles, CA (September 16, 2022) The Hollywood Radio and Television Society’s (HRTS) newly launched HRTS Foundation announced today that applications for inaugural HRTS Fellowships are now open [https://hrts.org/the-hrts-fellowship-program]. Launched earlier this year by HRTS, the HRTS Foundation is a stand-alone 501c3 dedicated to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in TV and entertainment. The HRTS Foundation aims to provide access to emerging professionals and creatives from underrepresented perspectives or backgrounds whose financial hardship or lack of experience is a barrier to success in the industry. To apply, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmjxD9aM81c0r2c64MAl-cwLGNql8V5kM9-h-9EKgSBqqiSg/viewform.
“Since announcing the formation of the Foundation, we’ve been overwhelmed by the positive response and incoming interest in getting involved. We’re thrilled to open applications for our inaugural year fellowships, which are open to aspiring and existing entertainment professionals and creatives,” said Philippe Maigret, President of The HRTS Foundation and President of ITV Studios America. “We are thrilled to help launch the careers of our first class of Fellows and support them on a path to success. Having someone in your corner who will be your champion, advocate who will share their experience is vital for anyone. ”
HRTS Fellowship Program includes:
- A hand-picked HRTS executive “sponsor” who will provide initial support, guidance, and introductions
- Complimentary one-year membership in HRTS Academic or Junior HRTS (JHRTS)
- Guaranteed spot in the upcoming year’s HRTS Mentorship program
- Tickets to HRTS events
- Opportunity to participate in HRTS 75th Anniversary Gala
- Access to Fellowship-specific events and activities with Foundation sponsor and partner companies
- Subscriptions to industry trades
In December, the HRTS is hosting its 75th Anniversary Gala in December to benefit the Foundation and its work. For more information on how to support the organization visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBn8d3o7NFJ7JI50cF2RVz73GGVrHqcMUWxYXtGrWZSjn7uQ/viewform.
Announced earlier this year, the HRTS Foundation is a stand-alone 501c3 charitable organization with a mission to launch and nurture the careers of TV and entertainment professionals and creatives from underrepresented groups. The HRTS Foundation Directors and Officers include President Philippe Maigret (President, ITV Studios America); Chairperson Melissa Grego (CEO, HRTS); Secretary Robin Schwartz (Executive Producer); and Treasurer David Acosta (SVP & Team Leader, Entertainment, City National Bank). They also serve as Directors, along with Scott Hervey (Shareholder, Weintraub Tobin); Jordan Levin (General Manager, Rooster Teeth); Gary Marenzi (Founder/CEO, Marenzi & Associates); HRTS Board President Odetta Watkins (Head of Drama Series, Amazon Studios); and HRTS Board Chairperson Dan Erlij (Partner, Co-Head, Television Literary Department, United Talent Agency).