2026 NAACP Creative Fellowship in Partnership with Adobe
Position: Fellow, NAACP Creative Fellowship program, in partnership with Adobe
Location: In-person in Los Angeles, or limited virtual opportunity
Duration: 14 weeks (September 14th – December 18th, 2026)
Program Summary:
Adobe has partnered with NAACP to support the launch of the NAACP Creative Fellowship. This fellowship is a 14-week paid program designed to equip emerging post-production professionals with skills in video editing, motion graphics, sound design, and social media content creation. This next-level opportunity is open to individuals with some editing experience who are ready to launch their careers in post.
Adobe’s Philosophy of Creativity for All:
Adobe believes everyone deserves the opportunity to create and make their voice heard. They support creators of all ages and backgrounds so they can express themselves, use their creativity for good, and reach their full potential. Learn more about how Adobe is elevating diverse voices here.
Position Summary:
The NAACP Creative Fellowship program, in partnership with Adobe, is a 14-week fellowship that includes training, mentorship and hands-on workplace experience. This Fellowship is for individuals who have some experience with video editing.
The program includes:
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Intensive week-long retreat to launch the fellowship in Los Angeles. This retreat will include:
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Four days of training, led by an Adobe Certified Trainer on Creative Cloud, focused on Text-Based Editing in Premiere Pro, Proxy Editing via NAS, Multi-Cam Editing and Content Creation with Adobe Express.
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Meet and greet with NAACP leadership
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And more surprises
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Travel to Los Angeles will be provided, as needed.
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Mentorship & Career Coaching:
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NAACP will assemble a team of 4 specialized mentors. Mentorship includes both one-on-one guidance and collaborative group sessions called Craft Conversations.
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Mentors will represent key areas of post-production:
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Editing
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Motion Graphics
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Audio Design
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Storytelling
Craft Conversations: Exclusive sessions led by industry leaders exploring the business and creative sides of post-production. These conversations will also be made available to the public via NAACP social media channels.
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Hands-On Industry Experience: Fellows will work on live productions and marketing campaigns with NAACP+ Studios including:
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In-studio and remote editing projects
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Social content creation
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Live podcast production
Tools & Creative Support: Each fellow receives:
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A video editor’s kit (Mac laptop, headphones, keyboard, muse, etc.)
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A 3-year subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud (All Apps)
Responsibilities/Duties
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Complete all scheduled days of kickoff week training with Adobe Premiere Pro.
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Complete workplace rotations (20 hours per week for 14 weeks), using Adobe Creative Cloud, reporting to NAACP.
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Meet with mentor a minimum of 6 times through the duration of the program
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Participate in Craft Conversation events during the program.
Qualifications
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The NAACP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the continuing policy of the NAACP to take affirmative action to assure equal opportunity for all current and prospective employees, and applicants all qualified individuals, including but not limited to those from historically marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.
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Applicants must have 1-2 years of training or experience with editing as a non-union editor or assistant editor.
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Applicants must have basic proficiency with a professional non-linear editing tool (preferably Adobe Premiere Pro, but will accept Final Cut Pro, Avid Media Composer, and Blackmagic Resolve); expect work rotation duties to be performed exclusively with Adobe Creative Cloud
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Applicants must be available to come to Los Angeles to participate in the kickoff week, September 14 - 18, 2026 (plus travel time). Travel expenses will be covered for non-local participants.
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Applicants must be available to work part-time for 14 weeks as an NAACP/Adobe Fellow from September 14th – December 18th, 2026.
To Apply:
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Provide an accessible link to your editor’s reel. If it is password protected, please provide the password along with the link.
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Submit your resume and cover letter.
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Submit two (2) letters of recommendations by working professionals in the industry who can speak to your editing ability.
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Provide your place of residence during the dates of the fellowship.
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Agree to sign the employment release forms upon acceptance into the Fellowship program.
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Answer the following questions (each in 250 words or less):
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What are some of your immediate career aspirations?
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What project of yours are you most proud of and why?
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In your role as an editor, how does cultural inclusion and authentic representation inform your editing process?
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What is your experience with Adobe Creative Cloud?
The application deadline is Friday, July 24th, 2026. Selected participants will be awarded a stipend of $14,000 ($50/hour). The stipend will be paid on a bi-weekly basis through the NAACP payroll system and is subject to applicable state, local, and federal taxes.
About the NAACP Hollywood Bureau
The NAACP Hollywood Bureau advocates for equitable opportunity and authentic representations in the entertainment industry that reflect our diverse communities. The alliances, coalitions, and partnerships we forge are dedicated to honoring the diverse and multicultural forms of artistic expression and promoting responsible approaches towards commercial exploitation.
Nondiscrimination
It is the continuing policy of the NAACP to take affirmative action to assure equal opportunity for all current and prospective employees without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, personal appearance, marital status, familial status, family responsibility, pregnancy or other pregnancy-related conditions, childbirth, disability, military/veteran status, citizenship status, religion or political affiliation, past convictions or incarceration, prior psychiatric treatment, or any other status protected by federal or state law, local ordinance or Executive Orders. The NAACP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Editing Fellowship program is developed and managed by NAACP and is sponsored by Adobe Inc. The review of applications and selection of participants for the program is determined solely by NAACP. Mentors, speakers, and work rotation plans are subject to change.
