Southeast Emmy® Scholarship Program

Name: Southeast Emmy® Scholarship Program

Award Amount: Varies

Information And Eligibility:
The Southeast Emmy® Scholarship Program is an education support initiative offered through the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) Southeast Chapter to assist students pursuing careers in television, media, communications, journalism, broadcast production, or related creative fields. This program aims to foster the next generation of storytellers, producers, journalists, editors, and media professionals by providing financial assistance to those who demonstrate creative potential, academic achievement, and dedication to media arts.

Scholarship opportunities through the Southeast Emmy® Program are typically available to high school seniors and college students who live, work, or attend school within the Southeast Chapter’s geographic region. The chapter serves students across multiple states in the southeastern United States, creating opportunities for individuals who are committed to media careers but may face financial barriers to pursuing higher education in their field. These awards celebrate students who combine strong academic records with a passion for creative expression and professional development.

Applicants are generally evaluated on their academic performance, artistic and creative work, and career goals related to the television and media industries. Strong applicants often submit portfolios, demo reels, journalistic work, or examples of media projects that highlight both technical skill and creative vision. Judges also consider extracurricular involvement, leadership activities, and contributions to school media programs (such as school news, radio, or video production) or community storytelling projects.

Scholarship funds can typically be applied toward tuition, fees, books, equipment, software, or other education-related expenses that support the recipient’s coursework and professional development. For students entering media and television fields, these scholarship awards can help cover the costs of specialized tools and training that are often essential for success in technical and creative careers.

In addition to financial support, recipients of Southeast Emmy® Scholarships gain recognition within a professional media community. This acknowledgment can enhance a student’s resume or reel and may provide networking opportunities with industry professionals, local broadcasters, and creative mentors who engage with NATAS and Emmy® chapter events.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a high school senior or current college student.
• Must reside in or attend school within the Southeast Emmy® Chapter’s geographic region.
• Must plan to pursue a degree or training in media, communications, television production, journalism, or a related field.
• Must demonstrate creative potential, academic achievement, and professional interest in media arts.
• Must submit required application materials by the deadline.

Application Requirements:

• Completed Southeast Emmy® Scholarship application form.
• Academic transcripts.
• Portfolio, reel, or samples of creative work (video, journalism, media projects, etc.).
• Personal statement or essay describing career goals and passion for media arts.
• Letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, or media professionals.

Additional Details:

• Scholarship amounts and number of awards vary by year and available funding.
• Recipients may receive recognition at chapter events or through regional media outlets.
• Award funds may be used for tuition, equipment, software, or other qualifying education costs.
• Projects submitted for portfolio review should represent original work and professional promise.

Deadline: April

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