Horizons 2023
HORIZONS - OUR REGIONAL NSW YOUTH PROJECT
CREATIVE INDUSTRIES CAREER LAUNCHPAD
Horizons is a creative industry mentoring and career development program for NSW regional youth aged between 16 and 27. Horizons is a state-wide regional project that provides direct intensive support to young people wanting to pursue a career in the creative industries.
Western Riverina Arts is seeking applications from individuals from the Local Government Areas of Griffith, Murrumbidgee, Leeton and Narrandera.
Why get involved?
Personal Growth - explore new work and study opportunities in the creative industries.
Mentorship - gain insights and guidance from mentors eager to help you succeed.
Friendship - connect into a statewide network of peers.
Community Impact - participate in the development, leading and co-design of a creative industry showcase.
It’s free - in fact you will be paid a small stipend of $750 to participate.
Fun and Creativity - a fun and creative environment where you can explore your talents, express your ideas, and enjoy the ride!
Applications
To apply you will need to complete the Expression of Interest form and submit it to rado@westrivarts.com.au before Friday 10th November 2023.
Background
Horizons is a creative industry mentoring and career development program for NSW regional youth. The project will run over 18 months and will support a total of 75 young people from across NSW. Horizons is a state-wide regional project that provides direct intensive support to young people wanting to pursue a career in the creative industries. Our aim is to provide participants with new pathways to explore work and study opportunities in the creative industries.
Participants will be paired with an experienced mentor from their chosen field who is based in regional NSW. Each mentoring relationship will address the needs and interests of each individual and enable participants to connect into a network of peers to build strong state-wide networks early in their careers.
Further information
For further information on how to apply, or to discuss eligibility, please contact Executive Director Aanya Whitehead between 10am and 4pm, Monday to Thursday:
Telephone: 0428 882 059
Email: rado@westrivarts.com.au
