Howard Entertainment
A partnership between Amazon Studios and Howard University designed to diversify the pipeline for talent across the entertainment industry.
Eligibility
Students must be a junior majoring in Music, Art, Theater, Film & TV, PR, Marketing and Management or a second year law student. Candidates will have to complete an application and interview to be considered for the program.
About Howard Entertainment
The program is designed to diversify the entertainment industry by creating a pipeline for African-American students and other marginalized populations to train and study alongside entertainment executives. It offers students a unique interdisciplinary curriculum, coupled with hands-on work experiences and networking with Amazon’s industry partners.
The 1st Year
The pilot cohort of Howard Entertainment was groundbreaking and innovative. Students received rich academic exposure in courses co-facilitated by Howard University professors, Amazon Studios executives and industry notables, including actress Susan Kelechi Watson; actress Ashley Blaine Featherson; and Charles and Stacy King, the CEO and Chief Brand Officer, and Co-Founders, MACRO. Participants had opportunities to learn about and gain experience in all aspects of the entertainment ecosystem, including development, casting, marketing, production, business affairs, and music.
