1. Let things come to you

The very first step of applying for anything is knowing that opportunities exist.

4. Think about what you’ll get out of it

Beyond costs, there are plenty of other reasons an opportunity may not be worth it. Some might not provide the kind of support, resources, network, exposure, or space to experiment that you what you need at this particular moment. Some might surround you with…

2. Do some research

The best place to start isn’t a search engine, it’s actually with people who inspire you.

8. Be concise, clear, sharp & interesting

“Use your 200 words to be super, super clear about yourself. We [jury members] spend less than 5 minutes per application. It’s mean. It’s fast and it’s mean.

3. Figure out if you can do it

Once you have a list of things you’d like to apply to, there’s a whole bunch of things to look out for…

Host Your Own ‘Applying For Things’ Workshop !

Rejection

Chances are, you won’t get the first thing you apply for. You probably won’t get most of the things you apply for, but you eventually will get something, especially if you can get feedback.

Introduction

Welcome!

This is Rivet’s first edition of a step-by-step guide to help you find and get opportunities that grant time, space, money and/or support to creative people.

10. Double check for typos and run-on sentences, then submit !

“I have two best friends who I go to for editing applications and getting feedback. One is a professional writer, the other won’t take any…

9. Draft, get feedback, revise, review

“Writing is one of those things you have to be naked with. You write it, you put it out there for someone to read, and they’ll say ‘I don’t know if it sounds…