'76 Crew - 4-Week Creator Cohort
Build a real voice. Create real work.
Leave with a publishable Signature Piece.
A tight, creator-first cohort for people who care about substance, honesty, and craft.
In 4 weeks, you'll go from "I have ideas" to "I have a lane, a format, and something real to show for it."
What makes '76 Crew different
Most creator programs teach shortcuts. We teach independent thinking, civil debate and craft.
76 Crew exists to build creators people can trust. We teach clarity, craft, and intellectual honesty so your work holds up under scrutiny. No rage-bait, no cheap shots, no algorithm worship. You ship something real, and you learn how to keep shipping.
We create culture rather than chase it.
The 76 promise
By the end of 4 weeks, you will have:
- A clear creator thesis (what you cover, why it matters, and how you approach it)
- A defined lane + primary format that fits your strengths (not trends)
- A finished Signature Piece that's publishable and portfolio-ready
- A simple repeatable plan for what you make next - without guessing
Not a theory. Not "someday." A real plan.
What you get
- Live sessions with working guidance (not lectures)
- Professional guest speakers
- Structured feedback loops to iterate fast
- Small cohort community for accountability and momentum
- $500 award (The $500 participation grant is for completing the participation requirements and is not contingent on graduation or evaluation.)
What you will learn
You'll learn how to operate like a serious creator:
- Sharpening POV and voice without abandoning civil debate
- Choosing formats intentionally (studio, field, investigative, comedy/satire, voice-driven, etc.)
- Crafting pieces that hold attention - hook, structure, pacing, landing
- Producing clean, credible content using simple workflows
- Handling scrutiny, criticism, and bad-faith attention without spiraling into reactive posting
Graduation + opportunities
Graduation is earned through your creative growth in the cohort. If you choose to submit a Signature Piece for review, we'll evaluate it against a clear quality standard (thesis clarity, fair framing, credible sourcing, clean audio, strong structure). Participants whose work meets the standard may be recognized as program graduates.
Top performers may be considered for future opportunities in the 76 network (collabs, contributor work, production roles, development).
No guarantees. Participation does not promise representation, compensation, or a long-term deal.
What we require from you
We expect:
- Full participation for the 4 weeks
- Willingness to take feedback and iterate
- Deliverables submitted on time
- Intellectual honesty and respectful engagement
If you want overnight fame, prewritten talking points, or a low-effort experience - this isn't it.
Who should apply
Apply if you're an emerging creator or thoughtful communicator, on-camera or off-camera: writer, host, filmmaker, podcaster, commentator, comedian, analyst, producer.
You must be:
- 18 +
- A U.S. citizen or permanent resident currently residing in the U.S.
Format and commitment
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Dates: March 23 - April 19, 2026
- Format: Fully virtual, small cohort (8 participants)
- Schedule: Mondays + Wednesdays at 6:00 PM PT
- Time commitment: 6-8 hours per week (live sessions + weekly deliverables)
- Cost: $0. No application fee, no participation fee, no tuition.
- $500 Award: $500 for all participants who complete the program. Tax form may be necessary.
Ready to stop guessing and start creating?
Applications close March 6, 2026.
