TKP CREATIVE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
SUPPORT | KNOWLEDGE | GUIDANCE
In 2020, Tricha launched a mentorship program for South Asians around the world who are interested in a creative career or joining an entertainment industry, but don't know where to begin. This program is designed to help mentees learn the “hard soft skills” of navigating careers that don’t come with a corporate ladder. Prospective mentees are of South Asian origin, are early career or pivoting, and can be based anywhere in the world. There is no fee to apply or participate.
Applications are currently closed. Please check back in April for information about the next cycle.
About the Program
Through this experiential, hands-on program, mentees work directly with Tricha to gain insight into the entertainment industry, build their portfolios, and manage their own personal and professional development. Mentees have the opportunity to participate in a selection of projects in the creative and entertainment spaces where they can learn new skills, flex existing ones, and understand how it all works together. For those looking to apply this towards college internship credit, some adjustments may be made.
Projects may include:
documentary & narrative films
film production & festivals
grant writing
graphics & visuals
website building
marketing & branding
business management
Mentees may obtain:
professional development training
personal development sessions
opportunities to learn new skills
potential film credit
flexibility to choose projects
insights into the entertainment industry
expanded community & network
Tricha is looking for applicants with strong communication skills who take ownership of and have pride in their work. Those who have flourished beyond the program possess an eye for detail, project and time management abilities, and a demonstrated drive to succeed.
About the Mentees
Former mentees have gone on to experience success in various roles, including: producer of an Emmy-nominated short film, festival programmer, series regular on Indian web series, award-winning film director, Gotham Fellow, actor in national commercials, Academy Gold Rising member, talent/production for Drunk Bollywood Live, talent on DesiSNL, and founder of a 6-figure business. Several mentees have moved to NYC, LA, or Mumbai following the program, equipped with financial plans and career strategies.
“In this program, people have your back, which is a refreshing difference from other areas of my life. It is a safe space where your ideas and voice are encouraged.”
— Aditi | Film Director
“Tricha gave me the opportunity to turn my passion for digital art into a potential career. This program was a guided experience that I couldn’t have gotten anywhere else.”
— Samantha | RN