An award established in 1999 by Richard Leibner and Carole Cooper, the original owners of N.S. Bienstock. Acquired by United Talent Agency in 2014, the firm now known as Bienstock, a UTA Company has been a leading talent agency in news and reality-based programming for more than 50 years and is a long-time member of RTDNA. This award recognizes a promising minority journalist in radio or television news.
In addition to the $2,500 award, winners are invited to attend the Excellence in Journalism conference.
WHO CAN APPLY
Professional broadcast or digital journalists with fewer than 10 years of experience.
Journalists may apply for only one RTDNF fellowship
Past RTDNF fellows are not eligible.
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the online application form, including:
Contact information
Experience
URL links to 3-5 work samples
Work samples should be broadcast (television/radio) or online news pieces
Work samples should be uploaded to a host site like YouTube, Vimeo, SoundCloud, etc.
Upload the supplemental materials:
Cover letter
Discuss your current and past journalism experience
Describe how you intend to use the funds
Discuss your choice to pursue a career in journalism
Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
Resume
Letter of recommendation
From a professor, advisor, or supervisor
Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
APPLY HERE
