Creative Engine - Artist Opportunities

Where artist meets audience.

Creative Engine is Geelong Art Centre’s support base for creatives.

From grants and funding opportunities to professional development and artist intensives, Creative Engine is shaping Geelong's creative future.

Key Dates

Artist Intensive
Applications Open - 9am, Wednesday 5 November 2025
Applications Close - 5pm Sunday 30 November 2025

Creative Engine Opportunities

MEET OUR ASSOCIATE ARTISTS

We are thrilled to welcome Bron Batten and Keziah Warner as this year’s Associate Artists.

ARTIST INTENSIVE

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN!

Taking place in the Geelong Arts Centre studios, this three-day intensive program will combine creative and professional skills workshops and mentoring, as well as space to develop your creative concept.

LAUNCHPAD 2.0.

The next evolution of Creative Engine, Launchpad 2.0. streamlines our smaller grant rounds into one richer, year-round funding and mentorship opportunity, supporting eight performance-based artists.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

A range of creative and business skills development events suited for young and emerging to established professionals.

PAST PROJECTS

Since its launch in 2019, Creative Engine has supported a number of works and developments by creatives.

Get in touch!

Got a burning question? You can reach out to our team via the Creative Engine Enquiry Form

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