The very first step of applying for anything is knowing that opportunities exist.
“I even had to figure out that applying for things was possible, I don’t come from that world.” — Chloë Bass
- Look around on Rivet, then sign up to follow organizations and track opportunities that interest you!
- Find and join online communities by and for your creative field in your city, area or country. Sign up for newsletters & listservs, follow Facebook pages and join groups, search hashtags on Twitter and Instagram like #opencall.
- Read blogs, magazines, and web listings (here’s a quick list).
- Show up in person at talks, events & openings to engage with people in your local scene.
Keep track of news however is easiest for you. Start with what’s nearby and accessible, by following community-led creative spaces and free publications in your neighborhood, city, region, or country. Depending on where you live, there might be a government agency, independent nonprofits, or foundations that exist to support local creatives.
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