The Meridian Award
The Meridian Award provides meaningful financial support, professional recognition, and validation to artists who demonstrate a serious and sustained commitment to their work. Each cycle recognizes one winner and two finalists, featuring them through interviews and promotion on the official platform.
$1,000 unrestricted cash prize for the winner, plus international visibility, featured interviews, and promotion for both the winner and two finalists.
Applicants must be aged 18 and over. Short films and feature-length films are ineligible. Submissions must adhere to file size, type, and naming conventions.
Applicants must submit materials including contact details, up to 5 files (images/video links), artwork description, artist statement, and biography through the official application form on the website.
Deadline
June 15, 2026
Location
New York City, United States
Categories
Compensation
paid