Closing date - 28 October 2024
Interview date - 5 November 2024

Please feel free to contact us at publicengagement@factoryinternational.org if you require any support in completing your application

About the Programme

Curation, from Latin: cura, meaning 'to take care of, look after’.

Noun: the process of selecting artistic/creative work, performers or performances to be shared as part of a show, exhibition or event. 

What should Factory International be doing for younger audiences? Who or what do you want to see commissioned here? This is your opportunity to shape the future of programming for young people at Factory International…

The Young Curators programme is an opportunity for 6 young creatives to work with leading industry professionals and artists to explore curation and work towards a commission at Aviva Studios in 2025. As a Young Curator, you will develop knowledge, skills and networks as a future leader in the arts. This programme seeks to address underrepresentation and encourage creatives who have little or no experience in curation. 

As a Young Curator, you will:

• Receive a bursary of £1,000
• Receive £200 each to spend experiencing art
• Meet regularly as a collective
• Establish a meaningful network of artists, curators and leaders
• Share inspirations and develop creative ideas with industry experts
• Develop a portfolio of work and skills providing a pathway into the creative industry
• Influence the future of curation at Factory International
• Work towards a commission at Aviva Studios in 2025

Eligibility Criteria:

• Based in Manchester or Greater Manchester
• Aged 18-30 yrs
• Underrepresented in the creative industry
• Available on all delivery dates
• Have previously engaged with Factory International as a participant
• Willing to experiment, push boundaries and work collaboratively

If you think you may be eligible but aren’t sure, please contact publicengagement@factoryinternational.org for further support. We’re aware of the barriers young creatives may face within the creative industry, and we don’t want that to stop you from accessing this opportunity.

About the Application Process

Our application process comprises of just four questions:

• Application Questions

There are 4 questions we’d like you to answer as part of the application process for the Young Curators. These questions help us understand your motivations for wanting to join the programme and what you might like to gain from this opportunity. We recommend around 300 words for each answer.

Alternatively, you can upload a video answering the questions instead, using the link below.

If you require any support with answering these questions or any part of the application process, please get in touch with us at publicengagement@factoryinternational.org