UTS Library Creative in Residence 2027

Create an ambitious new work that activates UTS Library's spaces, culture, and community for a six-month residency.

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Deadline: 14 days left
Entry fee: Free
Award: $20,000
Location: UTS Library, Sydney, Australia
Exhibition window: Mar 1, 2027 → Sep 30, 2027

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About

Overview

UTS Library seeks a Creative in Residence for 2027. Open to emerging and established creatives across all disciplines and mediums, based in Australia. No UTS affiliation required.

Key dates

Submission deadline: 26 October 2026
Residency period: approximately March–September 2027

What you receive

$15,000 remuneration covering time, creative work, superannuation, travel and accommodation
$5,000 materials and production budget
Six-month residency at UTS Library
Dedicated workspace and computer access
Access to UTS Library spaces and collections
Curatorial and project support
Support for community engagement activities and public programming
Installation, marketing and promotional support
Dedicated public launch showcasing the completed work
Documentation of the completed work within the UTS Library collection
A highly visible platform within UTS Library in central Sydney
Opportunities to connect with the UTS community and broader GLAM sector

Eligibility

All creatives at all levels of expertise based in Australia. Applicants do not need to be affiliated with UTS.

Media accepted

all mediainstallationpublic art

Award: $15,000 remuneration covering time, creative work, superannuation, travel and accommodation; $5,000 materials and production budget; six-month residency; workspace; access to collections; curatorial support; public launch; documentation in collection

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