Creative Opportunities Directory
Discover grants, exhibitions, funding, open calls and creative opportunities for Western Australian creatives. Plus selected opportunities from across Australia and around the world. Updated regularly so you don't have to spend hours searching.
Kickstarter Culture Fund
For independent creators across music, film, fashion and the arts
The Kickstarter Culture Fund is a $1 million initiative designed to help independent creators bring ambitious creative projects to life.
FOCUS First Nations Films 2027 — Short Film Callout
Share First Nations stories, culture and perspectives through short film. The City of Fremantle is seeking films made by and/or with First Nations filmmakers for a family-focused screening program.
Perth Festival × PAV — Projection Artwork Callout
Young creatives are invited to submit digital artwork for projection at East Perth Power Station during Perth Festival 2027. Selected applicants will receive mentoring from Perth Audio Visual to refine their work and adapt it to the venue’s architecture.
Melbourne International Film Festival 2027 — Film Submissions
Submit your film for consideration in the 75th Melbourne International Film Festival.
Taking place from 5–22 August 2027. Submissions include short films, features and XR works.
PhotoVogue Global Open Call 2026
For photographers, filmmakers and visual artists worldwide
PhotoVogue’s 2026 Global Open Call, Brave New Visions: Creativity as Rebellion, invites artists to submit bold visual work that challenges conventions, resists repetition and responds to the world around us.
Screenwest Assistant Editor Attachment
For WA screen practitioners interested in post-production
A paid Assistant Editor Attachment is available through Screenwest's BTL Crew Capacity Program, working with Periscope Pictures on a feature-length documentary.
DADAA – In Plain Sight Open Call
For artists working with moving image, animation and projection
DADAA is inviting submissions for In Plain Sight, a two-night outdoor projection program transforming the north-east wall of DADAA into a temporary landscape of moving image and light.
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