PB Film

Open to Palm Beach County High School Seniors

Funds will be awarded in the student's name.

APPLICATION PROCESS: 

1. Compile the following documents. These documents are assigned a point value toward your overall score.

a.  SELF AUTHORED LETTER TO THE BURT REYNOLDS SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE - Score Range 1-20 Points
Your letter must address the following:

• • Why you would like to be considered
  • Your post high school plans
  • Long-term goals as they relate to the film, digital media & television industry
  • Your need for scholarship funds
  • Legacy knowledge of Burt Reynolds
  • How would the scholarship impact you

b.  LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION - Score Range 1-10 Points
Ask your instructor to write a letter to the Burt Reynolds Scholarship Committee that includes all the points listed below. It is the applicants responsibility to communicate the criteria for the letter to the instructor, so points are not deducted for an omission.

• • What sets you apart from other applicants
  • Community service hours
  • Applicant’s GPA

c.  COLLEGE LETTER OF ACCEPTANCE (if applicable) If the applicant does not have this, your post high school plans should be included in your self-authored letter to the Burt Reynolds Scholarship Committee.

2. COMPLETE THE APPLICATION and accept/agree to all terms/conditions. Include required signatures and upload all documents through the link below. File formats for upload can be either .doc, .docx, or .pdf.  A confirmation email will be sent to the email address on the application.

3. DEMO REEL - A demo reel is an edited sampling of your best work showcasing skills and range - Score Range 1-30 Points

• • Demo reel should not exceed five minutes
  • Include lower thirds to identify your role in each clip throughout the reel 
    i.e. Director, Writer, Actor, Production Designer, etc.
  • Unless you are a cinematographer, we must hear some dialogue for the judges to evaluate your reel. In other words, do not use a music bed under the entire demo if you are a director, editor, etc.

Finalist Interview Process:

• • If selected as a finalist, you will be notified by the Palm Beach County Film & Television Commission.
  • Finalists will be invited to a scheduled interview with the Burt Reynolds Scholarship Committee at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. The date & time will be coordinated prior to the live award show.

Scoring Tip:

Up to 10 additional bonus points will be awarded by the Burt Reynolds Scholarship Committee for following instructions and providing the criteria as outlined. Missing documentation or not including the required criteria will result in a loss of points.