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CTN International Creative Exchange Program (icep)

Join the ICEP journey. This program provides a global cross training canvas to learn through the cultural and creative exchanges of students and master educators around the world. 


The CTN Foundation is proud to contribute to fresh arenas of collaboration and inspiration through an international exchange. Our  mission is to help cultivate and promote quality animation and visual storytelling narratives to inspire  the world .

ICEP Burbank

ABOUT THE PROGRAM 

Travel to Burbank, California to the animation capital of the world to learn and explore at CTNX 2024!  This experience is to focus on animation techniques going beyond technical animated principles.


IMPORTANT DATES 

Closes September 27, 2024, at 11:59 pm Pacific Time  

Recipients Notified by October 25, 2024 


THE SCHOLARSHIP

The awards offered are, full scholarships, partial scholarships and honorable mentions.


The Creative Talent Network Foundation Full Scholarship will provide

  • Round Trip Economy Coach Airfare during Event Dates (some limitations may apply)
  • $500 Cash Per-Diem Award
  • One seat in Masterclasses with various animation professionals (in-person only)
  • One CTNX 2024 Complementary Premiere 4-day Ticket November 21st - 24th (in-person only)
  • CTNX 2024 Housing at Marriott Burbank Airport Hotel during Expo Dates (some limitations may apply)
  • A group or private meet up opportunities with multiple instructors at CTNX 2024.
  • Local Field Trip(s) 


The Creative Talent Network Foundation Partial Scholarship will provide:

  • One seat in Masterclasses with various animation professionals (in-person only)
  • $100 Cash Award
  • One CTNX 2024 Complementary Premiere 4-day Ticket November 21st - 24th (in-person only)
  • A group or private meet up opportunities with multiple instructors at CTNX 2024.
  • Local Field Trip

(NOTE: Partial scholarships do not include airfare or lodging during the workshop. You will be offered the opportunity to rent a dormitory room on campus.)


The Creative Talent Network Foundation Honorable Mention Scholarship will provide:

  • One CTNX 2024 Complementary 1-Day Walk Around Ticket November 22nd - 24th (in-person only)

(NOTE: Honorable mentions do not include airfare or lodging, entrance to the workshop, cash award, or private meeting.)


TRAVEL & HOUSING

Housing will be at the Burbank Marriott Airport Hotel in Burbank, CA.


SPECIAL FIELD TRIP OPPORTUNITIES

TBD

APPLY NOW

CTNX 2024 BURBANK EXPERIENCE

A Learning Experience during CTNX 2024 

One-on-one critics are available as needed 

A chance to have your work featured at the CTNX Animation Showcase 2025


IMPORTANT DATES

Application Window Opens - July 1, 2024

Application Window Closes - Sept 15, 2024, 11:59 pm PST

Submission Review - Sept 15, 2024  - October 1, 2024

Applicant Notification - October 1, 2024


Workshops held in Burbank, CA 

November 18, 2024 - November 24, 2024 

Monday - Sunday


ELIGIBILITY

Completed Application with Portfolio and Video

Passport with Visa Needed

Ability to travel

Speak English

Ages 18+

More information about ELIGIBILITY


VISAS

As with all international programs, students are responsible for researching entry/exit requirements and obtaining any applicable permit or visa that pertains to their citizenship and passport. 


SUBMISSION SPECS

A. Two Video Submissions

1. Submit a video selfie expressing what animation means to you. (mandatory)

2. Submit an animation reel with examples of your work. (mandatory)

Video Length - Under 5 min each

Video Max File Size - 500 MB

Acceptable File Formats - .avi, .mp4, .mov


B. Portfolio Submission

Please submit your strongest work in your portfolio, that represents what you love and 

the role you are seeking in the animation industry.

All image files must be .jpg, .jpeg, or .pdf in the RGB color space. 

Image file maximum 1240 x 1240 pixels. Maximum of 7 images.


PORTFOLIO EVALUATION

Your portfolio will be evaluated for the following:


Creativity

The idea/concept.


Storytelling

Is the animation readable. Is it clear.


Technique

Shows skill and handling of the animation you are working in.


Style

Design.


Originality

Your voice. Your signature.


Scholarship winner(s) must attend an exchange student orientation prior to the beginning of the program. Scholarship winner(s) must attend award ceremony at CTNX 2024. More information will be provided upon acceptance to the program.

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