Nautilus
Technologyfellowship
Program overview
Quick Facts
- ·Program Type: 100% Non-Dilutive Fellowship
- ·Duration: 3 months in-person + 1 month remote
- ·Location: Casa Nautilus, San Francisco
- ·Funding: Housing, food, and equipment stipend
- ·Eligibility: 22 years or under
- ·Process: Application + Interview
- ·Contact: zeldapoem@gmail.com
Mission
The Nautilus Fellowship revives Renaissance-style patronage for young creators pursuing ambitious projects. Fellows receive space, funding, and community support to dedicate themselves fully to their craft.
Program Details
Fellows receive full housing, food, and equipment funding with no equity or payback requirements.
Supported Projects
- 01Deep, focused work in any creative or technical field
- 02Cross-disciplinary explorations
- 03Both existing projects and new creative pursuits
- 04Individual creators committed to their craft
Not Supported
- 01Part-time commitments (no concurrent school/work)
- 02Team applications
- 03Projects requiring more than 4 months to show progress
- 04Commercial projects with existing funding
Program Components
- ·Living Space: Private rooms in Casa Nautilus, San Francisco
- ·Community: 5-10 fellow creators in residence
- ·Mentorship: Weekly check-ins and expert workshops
- ·Resources: Dedicated workspace and equipment funding
- ·Network: Access to local tech/art events and industry connections
Application Guide
Written Application
- ·Project Vision
- —Core idea and its significance
- —Approach and methodology
- ·Fellowship Plan
- —Specific goals and milestones
- —Equipment and resource needs
- ·Background
- —Sources of inspiration
- —Relevant previous work
Interview Preparation
Selected candidates should prepare to discuss:
- ·Technical project details
- ·Timeline and milestones
- ·Past creative/technical achievements
- ·Long-term vision
Program Timeline
- ·Application Deadline: January 20th, 2025
- ·Decisions Announced: March 1st, 2025
- ·Program Start: June 1st, 2025
- ·Program End: September 30th, 2025
Community Support
The fellowship is funded by patrons committed to nurturing the next generation of creators. Tax-deductible donations support:
- ·Housing and living expenses
- ·Equipment and materials
- ·Mentorship programs
- ·Community events
Resources
_Note: This zero-equity program has no payback requirements. Recipients are encouraged to consider becoming future patrons when financially able._