Spin Master Future Of Play Scholarship Program
Description
At Spin Master, everyone is welcome in our sandbox. We value differences and are dedicated to building an environment where people feel valued, respected and supported. To support this objective, we are giving students from equity-seeking communities (BIPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+, people with disabilities or women) the opportunity to hone their trade and be a part of the next generation of creators, inventors, designers and entrepreneurs in children’s entertainment. The Spin Master Future of Play Scholarship Program will provide eight aspiring creators from underrepresented communities in Canada and the US with access to post-secondary education within their fields . On top of financial support for their studies, these students will also have the chance to grow through mentorship opportunities with Spin Master employees. Entertainment (Canada Only) Open to candidates with a demonstrated passion for animation and/or creative production who applied to a relevant program of study in Canada. The recipient will receive $12,500 to support their studies. Toy Design (US and Canada) Open to candidates with a demonstrated passion for toy design or packaging who applied to a relevant program of study in the US or Canada. The recipient will receive $12,500 to support their studies. Digital Games (Canada Only) Open to candidates with a demonstrated passion for digital games/app design who applied to a relevant program of study in Canada. The recipient will receive $12,500 to support their studies. Spin Master strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to scholarship applicants who may require provisions to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes. Should you require an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team, by email at TAinquiries@spinmaster.com or by phone at 416 364-6002 and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
Scholarship ID: 1469
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| Award | Funding Amount |
|---|---|
| 1 | $12,500.00 (US$9,875.00) |
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Eligibility
To be eligible:
- You have completed high school and are planning to apply for your first year of studies. You will not be eligible if you have already completed a year of your program.
- You have applied to an accredited post-secondary institution to study ina field related to the specific scholarship you’re applying for. Note: You will need to provide proof of acceptance before funds are released.
- You are legally able to reside in the country of study.
- You identify as a member of an equity-seeking community (BIPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+, people with disabilities or women) and have financial need.
- You do not have a parent who is currently a Spin Master employee.
Application
To apply for the scholarship, you need to:
- Prepare a letter of motivation (500 words or less) that tells us which institution you’re going to study at, what this scholarship means to you, why you have chosen to study in your chosen field and what your dream career is.
- Provide one letter of reference from a teacher or art instructor.
- Present us with a few examples of your creative work or a link to a website where we can see what you have created.
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Send your completed applications to NicoleMc@spinmaster.com by June 9, 2023. Candidates selected to move forward will be invited to participate in the interview process.
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