Arts Out West are encouraging young creatives in our region to apply now for the Horizons mentoring program.
Young people living in regional NSW who are looking for a career in the arts and creative industries are invited to apply for Horizons, a new state-wide project of mentorships and career development.
The project will run over 18 months and will support 75 young people from across regional NSW wanting to pursue a career in the creative industries.
Regional arts development organisation Arts OutWest is one of the 15 regional organisations offering the program across the state. “Arts OutWest is excited to provide this opportunity to regional young people aged between 16 and 27 years,” said Arts OutWest executive director Kylie Shead.
“Whether they have prior experience in the creative industries or are just starting their journey, their dedication and passion is what we’ll be looking for,” Ms Shead said.
The creative industries includes visual arts, performing arts, film and TV, publishing, advertising and marketing, design, music and sound recording, video games and interactive media, crafts and artisanal production, cultural heritage, software and creative technology, architecture and urban planning.
Participants will be paired with experienced mentors from their chosen field to address the needs and interests of each individual. The mentors will support them to connect into a network of peers and build strong state-wide networks early in their careers.
“Our aim is to provide participants with new pathways to explore work and study pathways in the creative industries,” Ms Shead said.
Expressions of interest are now open and close Friday 10 November 2023.
To apply visit the Arts OutWest website https://artsoutwest.org.au/pf/horizons/ or call for more information: 02 6338 4657.
This is a project of the Regional Arts NSW Network, funded by the NSW Office of Regional Youth through the Regional Youth Incentive Program.