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THE Stephan franck SCHOLARSHIP AWARD PROGRAM 2025

Description and Overview

In recognition of Stephan Franck’s incredible contributions to the world of visual storytelling, the CTN Foundation is proud to announce the launch of a new graphic novel scholarship in his name. The Stephan Franck Scholarship Award will support emerging talent in the field, offering artists the chance to gain the resources needed to develop their craft and successfully tell their own stories. The scholarship will officially launch in 2025, celebrating Stephan’s legacy and inspiring the next generation of graphic novelists.


This scholarship award offers a rare opportunity to work with this master storyteller who's skill and experience takes him between feature film,  comics,  and creating captivating, visual worlds.


Celebrating the spirit of the independent storyteller, the Stephan Franck Scholarship Award is designed for artists who dare to carve their own creative path. Focused on Graphic Novels, this scholarship supports those who not only craft compelling narratives but also navigate the business of bringing their visions to life.


This award offers a rare opportunity to work with a master storyteller whose skill and experience span  the creation of captivating visual worlds. Whether you're building stories, directing films, or crafting graphic novels, this scholarship empowers you to develop both your artistic voice and the entrepreneurial skills needed to thrive as an independent comic creator.


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APPLICATION ASSIGNMENT

How to Apply:

Interested candidates must submit a portfolio showcasing their best comic design work, along with the required application test and personal statement selfie video detailing your story, and aspirations. Application deadline: March 29th, 2025.

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Important Dates

Additional Information

Important Dates

  • March 29th 2025 -Applications close
  • April 21st 2025 - Applicants Notified of Status
  • May 1st - Oct 1st 2025 - Program Duration
  • November 23, 2025 - Showcase and Award Celebration
  • Dates subject to change

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Eligibility

Additional Information

Important Dates

  • You must produce and create the application assignment if one is required.
  • You do not need to be involved in (enrolled in, or a graduate of) a university/scholastic program, but must have a basic knowledge of art training.
  • Must be 18+ years of age.
  • A driving passion to be an animator.
  • May require travel to Burbank, California, USA.
  • You will need to speak and read English.
  • More information on eligibility here

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION

Additional Information

Additional Information

Additional Information

  • Have fun!!
  • Submit a portfolio showcasing their best work.
  •  Submit the required application test.
  •  Submit a personal statement selfie video detailing your comic story, and aspirations.
  • Make the most of this opportunity.
  •  Can be done on paper with pencil or on a Tablet using Digital Drawing tools like Procreate or Photoshop or other digital drawing tools.
  • Don't wait until the last minute to upload to best insure your application gets into the system.
  • Make sure you are 100% happy with your submission. You will not be able to edit your application after you submit.


PATRONS

SCHOLARSHIP AWARD DETAILS

Full Scholarship Awards

Partial Scholarship Awards

Partial Scholarship Awards

  • 5-10 Personal Critiques
  • Cash Award
  • Complimentary 4-day Premiere ticket to CTNX25
  •  Exclusive Group In-Person Meetup at CTNX25
  •  Award Ceremony at CTNX25
  •  Award is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Partial Scholarship Awards

Partial Scholarship Awards

Partial Scholarship Awards

  • One virtual group meeting 
  • Complimentary 4-day Basic ticket to CTNX25
  •  Exclusive Group In-Person Meetup at CTNX25
  •  Award Ceremony at CTNX25
  •  Award is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Honorable Mentions

Partial Scholarship Awards

Honorable Mentions

  • Complimentary 1-day Walk Around ticket to CTNX25
  • Exclusive Group In-Person Meetup at CTNX25
  • Award Ceremony at CTNX25

MEET YOUR MENTOR STepHAN FRANCK

Stephan Franck is an award-nominated animator/writer/director/comic book creator, who supervised the animation of MARVEL STUDIO’s ”WHAT IF…?” season 1, and is currently directing new episodes of the series. He was a supervising animator on the cult classic THE IRON GIANT, and contributed story to DESPICABLE ME. 


He co-created the animated TV series CORNEIL & BERNIE (Nicktoons - Hub Network), received an Annie Award nomination for Best Director In a TV Program for the featurette SMURFS: THE LEGEND OF SMURFY HOLLOW. 


Equally active in comics, Stephan founded the comic-book publishing company DARK PLANET, and his graphic novel debut SILVER earned a nomination for the prestigious Russ Manning Award at San Diego Comic Con’s Eisner Awards. SILVER was followed by its prequel ROSALYND, LA crime series PALOMINO and ROMANCE IN THE AGE OF THE SPACE GOD.  A new hardcover edition of SILVER is currently published by Abrams ComicArts.  


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