Generate GC supports the development of Gold Coast artists working in any artform, who are seeking to develop creative skills through the generation of ideas within community and place.
Successful applicants will:
join a cohort of local creatives
participate in two intensive labs
connect with established artists on the Gold Coast
get support to expand your artistic practice
The intensive labs feature presentations, panels and workshops led by industry leaders aiming to expand and provoke ideas.
There is a competitive application and selection process. Successful applicants will be paid a stipend to participate in two four-day intensive labs. They may also be eligible for additional funding to support a research and development (R&D) phase. The R&D phase includes partnership and presentation scoping as well as mentorship with the Program Producer.
Artists working in the following artforms have participated in the program. The is an indication, not an exhaustive list of accepted artforms.
Contemporary circus
Dance and choreography
Design
Film and screen media
Installation
Music
Participatory art and social practice
Photography and photo media
Public art
Sculpture
Site-based practice
Sound art
Theatre
Visual art
Key dates
Applications close: Thursday 27 March 2025 at midnight AEST
Notification of interviews: By 10 April 2025
Interviews conducted: 22 April 2025
Notification of outcomes: By 30 April 2025
Program starts: July 2025
Program ends: June 2026
How to apply
Read the following guidelines for information on:
who can apply
the eligibility and assessment criteria
how to submit your application.
Download Generate GC 2025-2026 Program Guidelines
APPLY ONLINE
Questions?
Please contact producer@generategc.com or cultural@goldcoast.qld.gov.au