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Wachowski Fellowship Expands to Creator Economy
7 Jul
Summary
- Fellowship now includes creator economy and emerging media.
- Selected writers receive $10,000 stipend and mentorship.
- Program expands scope to alternative industry pathways.
Lilly Wachowski's Anarchists United Foundation has named the recipients of its 2026 Writers Discovery Fellowship. The program, co-founded to address industry inequities, is expanding its focus to encompass the creator economy and digital storytelling alongside traditional television development. This pivot reflects Hollywood's shifting landscape and the evolving methods of building an entertainment brand.
The six-month fellowship will guide the selected writers through mentorship, mock general meetings, pitch sessions, and the creation of submission-ready pilots. Fellows will gain exposure to alternative pathways in the industry, with a $10,000 stipend supporting their work. The program's mentors include industry professionals from MACRO, Atomic Monster, and 3Pas Studios.
