Fox Writers Incubator Names 2023 Fellows
03.03.2023 - 21:25
/ deadline.com
EXCLUSIVE: Fox Entertainment has announced the names of the five Fellows for the 2023 Fox Writers Incubator (FWI), an initiative designed to nurture diverse and creative voices, as well as provide training to five writers of all genres, including comedy, drama and animation.
Savannah Lobel, Annie C. Wright, Jade Puga & Richard Montes and Kimba Henderson were named the 2023 FWI Fellows. They were selected from more than 1300 applicants.
Now in its second year, the Fox Writers Incubator initiative is a rigorous three-month workshop focused on honing writing skills, professional development, and the exploration of the business of media and entertainment. It also provides its Fellows with one-on-one mentorship opportunities with Fox executives.
Following successful completion of the FWI, fellows will work across series produced by Fox Entertainment’s in-house production unit, Fox Entertainment Studios, and animation studio Bento Box Entertainment.
“Last year’s inaugural FWI was a resounding success, resulting in some of the most exciting new creative voices in our orbit,” said Michael Thorn, president scripted programming, Fox Entertainment. “Year two continues to attract gifted writers who embody creativity and inclusivity. We’re excited to work with Savannah, Annie, Jade, Richard and Kimba on bringing their visions to life.”
The FOX Writers Incubator 2023 Fellows:
ANIMATION
Savannah Lobel
Savannah Lobel is a writer, director, comedian, and producer originally hailing from Boston, Massachusetts. After graduating from The Hartt School with a BFA in Musical Theatre, Savannah moved to New York City and took up stand-up comedy. After taking online writing classes at The Second City, she wrote and codirected the short film,