“The opportunity to participate in the 12 x 12 experience through the scholarship program was an absolute game changer for me. All of the amazing tips, peer feedback, and workshops accelerated my learning, pumped up my creativity, and developed my craft exponentially. I did sign with my agent Dan Cramer in June of 2021 (Yay!) and while we did not connect through the Gold Member Submission Opportunities awarded through the scholarship, all of the advice and suggestions from the 12 x 12 community certainly made the contract negotiation and signing process less stressful and more enjoyable. Thank you, Julie and Kelli, for believing in me and for giving exactly the push I needed at the right time in my career – I look forward to many more 12 x 12 years!”