2027 Cycle Application

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 4, 2026 at 11:59pm PT.

Residencies are nine-month paid positions offering hands-on experience, mentorship from leading professionals, and exposure to the workflows that drive high-level documentary production. Residents join thoughtfully assembled teams across post production, contributing to active projects aligned with their chosen track.

Before you apply, we recommend reviewing the program's core pillars and expectations on the Experience Residencies Pathways Page. This will help you understand how the program works, align your goals with the experience, and get the most out of your time as a Resident.

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Years of Relevant Experience

Archival Research + Producing: for individuals with an interest in research, organization, and licensing of archival materials used in production.

Color: for artists with an interest in cinematography, color theory, and the impact of color temperature on storytelling.

Editorial: for assistant editors, associate editors and editors interested in the collaborative nature that the editorial process presents in documentary filmmaking.

Post Producing for Documentary: for early-career producers looking to deepen their skills in editorial and finishing, while gaining insight into the career path toward becoming a post supervisor.

Sound Post: for creatives with developing skills in sound editing, design, or mixing, and a passion to shape storytelling through sound.

Select Your Residency Track

Computer Programs and Software Experience (check all that apply)

Would you be interested in taking AVID Media Composer or Pro Tools training to build your skillset for a position in documentary filmmaking?

Resume (One page, PDF)

Please name your PDF according to the following convention: Last Name, First Name - Resume.pdf

Work Samples

Share 1-3 samples of your work that best reflect your skills in the Residency track you're applying for. Links to a personal site, Google Drive, or Vimeo are all acceptable, just include passwords if needed. While typical examples include shorts, series, trailers, animations, or commercials, feel free to share any work that shows your strengths.

Letter of Interest (750 words or less, PDF)

A strong letter tells us why documentary post production is where you want to be, what you're hoping this residency unlocks, where you see that taking you over the next several years, and how you've handled the harder moments getting here. There's no required order, and you don't need to address each idea in its own paragraph — we're reading for how you think and tell a story as much as what you say.

Share 2 creative influences (person or medium) that have shaped your perspective or practice, at least one should be a documentary (short, series, or feature) that connected with you on a deeper level. 350 words max.

Letter(s) of Recommendation (PDF)

An accepted letter of recommendation includes those written by a former employer, colleague, mentor, collaborator, or educator. No more than 2 please.

Do you have any planned absences in the period of February 2027 through November 2027?

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Do you require ADA accommodations?

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Where did you hear about Experience by Industry Standard?

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You agree to carefully review the Submission Release which includes all eligibility requirements and terms and conditions of applying for the Experience Residencies. Remember that you must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, eligible for employment in the United States, and physically based in the United States, in order to be eligible for the program. You agree to submit a complete and accurate application through the Experience website. Industry Standard aims to place a Resident in each of the offered disciplines, however, this is not guaranteed.

By checking the box below, I acknowledge the following Program Expectations: While this program requires an expected commitment of 40 hours per week, Residents are employed on an at-will basis and employment may be terminated by Resident or Program at any time with or without notice. All Residents agree to commit to attend and participate in all sessions; meet all program deadlines; participate in the program in a professional manner in accordance with Industry Standard and Industry Partner policies. Participants must be available to work full time during regular business hours in the time zone of the relevant Industry Partner where the Resident is carrying out their work experience. YOU UNDERSTAND THAT BY SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION, YOU AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THE SUBMISSION RELEASE AND ALL POLICIES AND GUIDELINES CONTAINED THEREIN.

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2027 Cycle Application

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