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The Shelf Creator Residency invites established content creators, tastemakers, and curators with a substantial online presence to apply for a part-time paid 12-week residency with Shelf.

The residency allows you to continue to pursue your own personal creator projects while gaining work experience and earning a stipend working on a project with Shelf.

During this residency, creators will produce their own original show, cross-posted across both their own accounts and the Shelf brand account to maximize reach and engagement. This residency offers creators an opportunity to explore unique, episodic content centered on taste, culture, and personal narratives.

The program is structured to provide creators the space, resources, and community connections necessary to produce a new original online series. Residents are encouraged to pursue projects that reflect their own interests while aligning with Shelf's focus of curating cultural and personal taste — which can be interpreted very broadly.

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Throughout this residency, you will:

• Collaborate with the Shelf creative team and our network of influencers and tastemakers to develop, refine, and launch your show.
• Present your project and receive feedback from the Shelf team and community, helping shape and improve your content.
• Engage in regular creative sessions with Shelf’s team, gaining insights and advice from thought leaders and potential collaborators.
• Participate in asynchronous and synchronous spaces to share ideas and gather support for content development.
• Get invited to selected exclusive events in NYC - movie screenings, book signings, concerts, meetups, and hangouts with other residency members!

Requirements

1. Established Creator: Applicants must have a strong, visible presence on major social media platforms or media channels, demonstrating influence and engagement.
2. Shelf Account: Residents must have an active Shelf account, though an existing following on Shelf is not required.
3. Content Concept: Residents will design an original episodic show that aligns with Shelf’s focus on celebrating our tastes and pop culture — this can be interpreted very broadly as most things can be considered culture. The content will be cross-posted to both their personal and Shelf's platforms to reach a broader audience.

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Participants and Alumni of the Shelf Creator Residency Program

Simona Ruzer Instagram | TikTok

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The Shelf Residency pushed me to explore my creativity and connect with a like-minded community, transforming my content vision into a polished series.

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Steven Morea Instagram | TikTok | YouTube

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The program was a game-changer, providing the perfect blend of creative freedom and professional support to bring my ideas to life.

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Elsa Lafollette Instagram | TikTok

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Working with Shelf gave me access to incredible resources and feedback, allowing me to elevate my storytelling and grow my audience significantly.

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Residency Structure

• Duration: The residency is a duration of 12 weeks part-time, with flexible timelines structured to accommodate creators' schedules.
• Location: Remote, with options for in-person collaboration at Shelf’s NYC studio in West Soho.
• Stipend and Resources: Residents will receive a $1500 stipend, access to production resources, and support from the Shelf team, allowing them to focus on creative output without financial concerns.

Who Should Apply?

Ideal candidates are content creators with: