Professional Development and Training Opportunities

Arquetopia Foundation for Development 

multiple deadlines

Arquetopia Foundation is an internationally established, nonprofit arts and cultural foundation with a social scope that emphasizes critical thinking through artistic practices. Our customized, professional International Artist-in-Residence Programs are the largest and most reputable in Latin America, with an array of contents anchored in a solid structure of collaborations with prominent cultural institutions, renowned experts, and notable artists.

Beatcave 

BEATCAVE is focused on providing innovative experiences for producers, engineers, and artists. We have done several events with notable music industry professionals that help give feedback, advice, and opportunity.

ART RESIDENCIES - ARTE LAGUNA PRIZE 

Arte Laguna Prize offers a program of art residencies in Italy and abroad in order to give artists the opportunity to experience a new culture, create new works and participate in new activities in multicultural environments. Thanks to the network of international collaborations. More than 75 art residencies have been realized in which the artists were selected directly by the partners of the Prize.

Arterra Residencies 

Ongoing deadline

ARTErra is a project hosting and encouraging interdisciplinary artistic creation trough artistic residencies. The residency comes from a need for physical spaces where artists can create, meet and reflect on the creative processes, and develop their work in an intensive and focused way. Set in Central Portugal, in the green and friendly village of Lobão da Beira, the residency is a rural and quiet place where to work.

Berlin Artists in Residence Program 

Deadline December 1 annually

The Artists-in-Berlin Program, Berliner Künstlerprogramm, is one of the most renowned international programs offering grants to artists in the fields of visual arts, literature, music and film. Each year, some 20 grants are awarded to international artists for an approximately one year stay in Berlin. The names of over 1000 former guests impressively underscore the quality of the program. In its more than 40 years of existence, it has made a significant contribution to the international representation of contemporary arts in Berlin.

Open Call for Artist residency in Thailand 

For our regular residency program, there is no fixed deadline, but we do appreciate receiving online applications at least 2 months prior to the proposed residency.

Established in 2007 and located 20 km outside Chiang Mai city, ComPeung is the first independent and longest ongoing AiR program in Thailand. Over 100 artists from around the world have completed residencies with us–search our updated archives to get inspired for your next residency. ComPeung is the perfect place to get deep into the flow of your work as you surround yourself in nature’s serenity and allow your perceptions to change and expand amidst Northern Thailand’s unique culture and landscape. Residency space in our supportive artist-run community is available from July 2019 into 2020. Interested artists in any discipline can apply now for residencies ranging from one to three months.

DTRC on the MOVE / danse TRANSIT Web Series 

on the MOVE / danse TRANSIT (OTM / DT) is a dynamic career planning and networking conference designed specifically for dancers entering professional careers. Presented by the Dancer Transition Resource Centre (DTRC) in collaboration with regional and national arts service organizations, on the MOVE / danse TRANSIT welcomes young dancers into the professional dance community, and provides them with the skills, resources and networking opportunities they need to make an inspired and informed transition into the profession. This year, we had also planned to offer a Keep On Moving (KOM) schedule of programming that is traditionally focused on more experienced professionals. In looking at the content we are offering, we have expanded the invitation to not only graduating dancers but also dancers that have already spent a few years in the dance field as professionals. We think you’ll agree that the topics are relevant to both emerging dancers and more seasoned artists. We look forward to seeing on Zoom soon!

Farm Studio International Artist Residency 2024 

Farm Studio International Artist Residency is located in a rural community in India. Residents stay and create in a quiet art centre and beautiful environment where they can develop their artwork free from accustomed distractions. Farm Studio residency provides three types of working spaces where artists can explore their art and ideas in the rural Rajasthani environment; at the Farm Studio indoor studios, the outdoor desert and farm environments, and in Andore Village. Here, collaboration and experimentation is encouraged. Relationships form between the artists coming from different countries and varied social, cultural, and artistic backgrounds. Many exciting exchanges and dialogues among artists take place, including scheduled artist talks, presentations, works in progress showings, etc. Farm Studio also promotes and celebrates the local community’s artistic and cultural identity while also introducing art and culture of others’ (Indian and International guests) back to the community. This intercultural exchange broadens everyone’s experiences and fosters art appreciation. Farm Studio International Artist Residency hosts artists from October to the end of February each year, with accommodations available for 3-8 residents at one time.

Fotofilmic 

New programs always added

FotoFilmic is a Vancouver, Canada based arts organization created in 2012 and dedicated to supporting emerging photographic artists through exhibitions, publications, as well as seminars, public talks and master workshops

3-WEEK NATIONAL DEVISED THEATRE INTENSIVE at Ghost River Theatre 

Led by Ghost River Theatre Artistic Director Eric Rose, the National Devised Theatre Intensive is a 3-week, comprehensive, advanced program of study designed for established and emerging artists and educators drawn from the national community. Open to adventurous artists in all media (designers, dramaturg, performers, writers, dancers, visual artists, musicians, digital artists, etc.) the intensive explores the complexities and potentials of a guided, complete devised production process, from initial idea to public presentation, in 3 weeks of intensive hands-on-creation.

International University Global Theatre Experience 

Ongoing deadlines

IUGTE is the non-governmental, non-profit organization founded in 2000 by the group of experts in the field of social science, culture and art. The organization was established with the purpose of exploring the bridge between world theatre traditions and contemporary performing arts, developing international programmes, promoting multicultural dialogue, supporting the freedom of creative expression and tolerance through the acquaintance with the diversity of world traditions.

Level Up - Digital skills for Creatives & Artists 

ongoing

The past year has been extremely difficult for everyone working in the creative space. The lack of festivals, social events, and human connection has impacted the traditional way in which many artists share their talents with the world. We are a community of creative entrepreneurs who believe we need to not only grow our artistic skills but our business savviness every day. In order to support artists during this time, we have launched Level Up — a digital academy for artists and creatives to adapt and grow their businesses online. Level Up is founded by the Latin Sparks Festival — an annual festival that celebrates Latin culture and attracts tens of thousands of people from across Canada and the U.S. We hope this program combined with the incredible talent across the country can push the Canadian artistic sector forward.‍ At Level Up, you can enjoy a wide variety of courses and register for as many as you like. You will learn how to maximize your revenue, master social media, build an online store, keep your community engaged, and much more! In addition, all courses are free of charge! Please help us spread the word among your networks. This is a great opportunity to empower our community. Let’s collaborate and support the Canadian artistic sector together! Make sure to follow us on social media and to visit our website to learn more.

Forum Theatre Workshops for Artists, Educators, and Community Activators 

Mixed Company Theatre facilitates workshops and presentations of Forum Theatre - an UNESCO-recognized educational tool - to engage, educate and empower audiences in schools, communities, and workplaces. Forum Theatre is a community-focused, facilitated style of theatre designed to address social issues and inspire action for change. Periodically, MCT runs professional development workshops that teach participants techniques from our practice that are transferable to a wide range of community engagement and educational initiatives. Workshop participants receive the skills to become better facilitators, artists, community leaders, and more socially aware educators.

Moving Voice Institute 

The Moving Voice Institute is committed to offering inclusive intercultural performance and performance teacher training that honours diverse intersectional perspectives in practice, accessibility and organization.

NB College of Craft & Design 

Registration open

a collection of courses in a variety of mediums from top-notch instructors from all across Canada. We will be offering in-person classes at NBCCD in downtown Fredericton. As well as interactive, live, weekend workshops and multi-week courses online all summer long

Neighbourhood Arts Network Mentor-In-Residence 

Neighbourhood Arts Network’s Mentor in Residence program assists artists with developing community arts practices by providing mentorship support in career planning, project development and entrepreneurial skills through virtual consultation sessions with industry professionals, and they’re hiring mentors! This is a paid opportunity. BIPOC, disabled and 2SLGBTQ+ mentors will be prioritized.

Toronto School of Puppetry 

Dedicated to building and strengthening puppetry culture through sharing techniques and skills, and by supporting the development of new work by emerging and established artists. For people from all walks of the arts who are interested in learning about and integrating puppetry into their artistic practice.

Certificate in Contemporary Management in Arts & Culture 

The first of its kind in the Maritimes, the CMAC certificate is a one-of-a-kind program built specifically for developing the skills and knowledge of people that aspire to be arts leaders in the Maritimes and across the country. Our certificate is offered online and designed to fit the needs of working professionals wishing to effectively lead their organizations, projects, and ideas in today's changing ecosystem. In one year, gain the knowledge you need to run or assist a thriving arts or cultural organization with a practical online certificate catered to those working in, or aspiring to work in the arts and cultural sectors. Build confidence and competencies to lead in arts and culture with knowledge in governance, leadership, planning, effective operations, relationship and revenue management.

The 360 XOCHI QUETZAL Artist and Writer’s Residency Program 

rolling deadlines

Our aim is to support artists, writers and musicians who would benefit from having uninterrupted time to devote to their creativity. By providing affordable live/work spaces in a beautiful and culturally rich area, we hope that our residents can make artistic progress without the stress and distractions of daily life.