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CEI/NYU
Tulsa Creator Showcase

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Call for Entries

Highlighting Tulsa's creative excellence

We believe Tulsa is home to exceptional talent and powerful stories. The CEI/NYU Tulsa Creator Showcase seeks to celebrate and amplify this creative excellence while building pathways for broader industry recognition and access for the region.

Selected creators will be invited to present their projects to industry stakeholders and receive tailored strategic support from the CEI team, helping prepare their work for potential inclusion in an upcoming content showcase with the WBD Bold Action Committee.

What We're Looking For

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Excellence in storytelling and creative vision Work that demonstrates strong command of narrative craft
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Content reflective of CEI ethos and mission Projects aligned with our commitment to authentic, inclusive storytelling
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Creator readiness and/or development potential Demonstrated skill or clear trajectory of growth
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Market viability and audience reach Awareness of how your work connects with audiences
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Connection to Tulsa's creative ecosystem Ties to the local community and its creative landscape

Eligible Formats

Documentary Narrative Feature Series Limited Series

Key Dates

Submissions Open
Dec 18, 2025
12:00 AM CT
Submission Deadline
Feb 15, 2026
Extended
Strategic Support
Mar 2–19, 2026
Weekly sessions with CEI
Showcase Events
Mar 20–21, 2026
Tulsa, OK

Virtual Q&A Info Sessions

The CEI and NYU teams will be available to answer any questions you have about the application, eligibility, or the showcase itself. Drop in if you'd like to learn more.

Both sessions are identical—an open Q&A for you to ask questions. Sessions will be recorded and available to view within 4 days of each event.

Session 1 Tuesday, January 13, 2026 6:30 PM CT (30 min)
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Session 2 Saturday, January 24, 2026 11:00 AM CT (30 min)
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Before You Apply

We've prepared detailed resources to help you understand our process and submit your strongest application. Please review these documents before starting your application.

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Call for Entries & Eligibility

Complete eligibility requirements, application preparation tips, and evaluation process overview.

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02

Selection Rubric

Our transparent scoring criteria across five weighted categories. Know exactly how applications are evaluated.

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Application Questions

Preview all application questions so you can prepare your responses offline before submitting.

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Important: The online application cannot be saved and returned to later. We strongly recommend reviewing all materials and drafting your responses before you begin.

Submit Your Project

You've reviewed the eligibility requirements, studied the rubric, and prepared your materials. Now it's time to share your story.

Start Your Application

Questions about eligibility or the application process? Contact us