School of Media Studies

Viewfinder: ViacomCBS Emerging Directors Program, 2020 Application Now Open

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

ViacomCBS is home to the world’s premier entertainment brands that connect with audiences through compelling content across television, motion picture, online and mobile platforms in over 160 countries and territories.

The ViacomCBS ViewFinder Emerging Directors Program is a company-wide initiative which seeks to provide directors with underrepresented voices an opportunity to enhance their skill set and grow their network. Selected applicants participate in a two-year curriculum focused on honing their craft and professional development. Participants will have the opportunity to meet with network and creative executives with an eye towards shadowing established TV directors on scripted and non-scripted programming across ViacomCBS’s Domestic Media Networks. In addition to craft development and networking opportunities, ViewFinder participants will each be provided with monetary support by ViacomCBS to assist the participant in producing a project to further develop their portfolios.

Who we’re looking for

Each one of our Brand Partners has a specific voice that reaches out to the world and connects with a core audience.

Our mission is to find talented and emerging visual storytellers, connect them with our Brand Partners, and help bring their unique voices and experiences into the world of television.

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Take The Next Step

Submit your application

Undergraduate

To apply to any of our Bachelor's programs (Except the Bachelor's Program for Adult Transfer Students) complete and submit the Common App online.

Graduates and Adult Learners

To apply to any of our Master's, Doctural, Professional Studies Diploma, Graduates Certificate, or Associate's programs, or to apply to the Bachelor's Program for Adult and Transfer Students, complete and submit the New School Online Application.

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