Must be at least 21 years of age as of the submission deadline.; Must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.; Must be available during the Fall/Spring for fellowship activities.; Applicants enrolled in classes for the 2026-2027 academic year are not eligible.; Must be pursuing a career in TV, film, and/or video game composition.; May only submit one application per BMI Foundation awards program.
Requirements
One 1-3 minute recording of an original composition from a recent personal project or re-score.; Co-composed or shared credit work is ineligible.; Written description of the scene or genre that inspired the music.
Application materials
1-3 minute video or audio file of an original composition.; Written description of the scene or genre that inspired the music.
How to apply
Submit application via the BMI Foundation website portal.
Important dates
Applications close June 30, 2026.
Contact
BMI Foundation, 7 World Trade Center, 250 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10007-0030
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