Proposals wanted (psychedelics) (worldwide) | $10,000 for a reported story
Added 2022-06-15 21:23:14 +0000 UTCCOMPANY/PUBLICATION: THE FERRISS–UC BERKELEY PSYCHEDELIC JOURNALISM FELLOWSHIP
Deadline: 31 July 2022
The Ferriss – UC Berkeley Psychedelic Journalism Fellowship offers fifteen $10,000 reporting grants per year to journalists reporting in-depth print and audio stories on the science, policy, business and culture of this new era of psychedelics. In addition to underwriting individual stories, the Fellowship aims to establish and nurture a new generation of journalists covering the frontlines of this rapidly changing field. We’re looking for big, underreported, narratively compelling stories placed in rich political, economic, scientific, and cultural contexts. We are committed to supporting journalists from diverse backgrounds and of all nationalities. The fellowship is a project of the U.C. Berkeley Center for the Science of Psychedelics.
Applications due January 31st & July 31st.
HOW TO APPLY
We accept applications twice annually.
Reporting grant applicants need to submit a well-researched and compelling story pitch, three published or aired work samples, a resume, and two letters of reference.
Although not required, a letter from a media outlet expressing interest in publishing or airing your story will substantially improve your chances of receiving a grant.
- Fellows will be chosen by a panel of working editors and journalists.
- We do not assign stories and cannot consult on proposals or story pitches before they are submitted. We do not accept proposals via email.
- Awards are intended to cover reporting costs and living expenses. We expect news organizations to pay journalists for their work once it is published or aired.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Can journalists residing outside of the U.S. apply? Yes, we welcome international applications. We cannot assist with visas.
I'm a student, can I apply for a reporting grant? Yes, as long as you have three published or aired work samples, you are eligible to apply.
I'm working on a story with a colleague/friend/collaborator, can we apply for a fellowship together Unfortunately we cannot split reporting grants between multiple people at this time.
I work in video, photography or multi-media, can I apply? At this time we are focusing on print and audio journalists.
The application requires the submission of clips. What is a clip? In the case of print submissions, clips should reported and written by you and published in a journalism outlet such as a magazine, newspaper, journal or digital media platform. In the case of audio, at least one clip should be a broadcast audio story reported by you, the others can published print stories.
I have a full-time job. Can I still apply for a reporting grant? Yes. Please indicate in your application if you intend to report your story or stories for the outlet or publication you work for. Please also note whether your editors have committed to publishing the story or stories you're proposing to us.
I report and speak and write in a language other than English. Can I work on a story in another language? Can I submit clips in another language? We are looking for stories in English and can only accept grant applications and published clips in English. Our Selection Committee just does not have the capacity to evaluate applications in other languages.
I'm working on a book, can I get a reporting grant to support a book project? Yes.
Who should I ask to write a letter of recommendation? Your references should be people who are familiar with your journalistic work, preferably editors or instructors you've worked with on stories.
Do I need to have a media outlet already committed to publish my story to apply? No. However, a letter from a media outlet expressing interest in publishing or airing your story will substantially improve your chances of receiving a grant.
Can I reapply if I don't get a reporting grant the first time? Yes. You are welcome to reapply if you did not receive a grant.
Can I get a reporting grant to report in a hostile or dangerous environment? If you are proposing a story that requires you to report in a hostile or dangerous environment, we require that you and your potential outlets adhere to the A Culture of Safety Alliance principles. You must also have an assignment from a news organization that will assume full responsibility for your safety and welfare.
Can I pitch more than one story? Yes. We will accept pitches for single, longform stories and/or a series of audio or print pieces. You still need to pitch us specific stories though, not general topics or themes.
If I get a reporting grant do I need to track my reporting expenses for reimbursement? If you get a reporting grant, you are not expected to track expenses or submit them to us. The money is meant to cover reporting costs and keep you whole while you do this work.
How long do grantees have to complete their stories? We expect stories to be completed six months from when reporting grants are issued.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Applications: Submit Application, Submit Letter of Reference
Website: https://projects.journalism.berkeley.edu/bcsp/
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