CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – ACF ACADEMY
BOOT CAMP 5 | VISUAL ARTS
ACF – ACADEMY
AFRICAN CULTURE FUND ACADEMY
Visual Arts & Cultural Management
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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
BOOT CAMP 5 | VISUAL ARTS
YAOUNDE, CAMEROON
GUIDELINES FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS
The African Culture Fund (ACF), in collaboration with Bandjoun Station, is launching a new call for applications aimed at young visual artists from Cameroon. This initiative is part of the shared goal of both institutions to promote the emergence and professionalization of young talent in the field of visual arts in Africa. Through this program, ACF and Bandjoun Station aim to offer a unique opportunity to young creators to access a platform for artistic expression, specialized training, and rich and diverse cultural exchanges.
Aware of the challenges faced by young African artists, such as the lack of technical means, difficulty accessing professional networks, and a shortage of spaces dedicated to creation, ACF and Bandjoun Station not only aim to provide tangible support to these young talents but also accompany them in their creative process and professional integration. This program stands out for its holistic approach, combining artistic practice with specialized training, creative residencies, and meetings with national and international artists.
By launching this call for applications, ACF and Bandjoun Station reaffirm their commitment to the growth of cultural and creative industries in Africa, while offering young Cameroonian visual artists a platform to assert their artistic identity and contribute to the cultural influence of the continent.
Objectives of the Call
This call aims to:
- Strengthen the professional skills of artists in the fields of management and artistic promotion.
- Encourage the creativity and artistic production of young visual artists in Cameroon.
- Create opportunities for the dissemination of contemporary artworks at the national and international levels.
General conditions of eligibility
- Target Audience
- Application Process
- Application Requirements
- Selection Process
- Evaluation Criteria
- Dates and Duration
- Timeline
Target Audience
- Be between 21 and 40 years old.
- Be a resident of Cameroon.
- Be a young visual artist or a professional working in the field of visual arts.
- Have at least 3 years of experience in artistic creation.
- Be available to participate in all program activities, including workshops, mentoring sessions, and exhibitions.
Application Process
The African Culture Fund (ACF) and its partner, Bandjoun Station, cover all costs for participants throughout the duration of the program (travel, accommodation, meals, production costs, etc.).
Application Requirements
Applicants are invited to send their applications to the address academy@africanculturefund.net, copying applications@africanculturefund.net, by October 30, 2024.
The application must be written in either French or English and include:
- An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- A motivation letter explaining your interest in the program.
- A copy of an identity document.
- A portfolio of recent works.
- A brief description of the artistic project you wish to develop during the program.
Selection Process
The selection process includes five (5) stages:
- Registration and classification of applications.
- Administrative review of applications.
- Evaluation by the selection committee (Jury).
- Approval of the list of selected candidates.
- Announcement of the selected candidates.
Applications will be evaluated by an independent selection committee made up of experts and professionals working in the cultural sector and familiar with the artistic and cultural realities of Central Africa.
Evaluation Criteria
The selection committee will evaluate applications based on four (4) criteria:
- The candidate’s commitment and motivation.
- Experience and background.
- The originality of the visual works produced.
- The aesthetic originality of the artistic approach.
Dates and Duration
The program is scheduled to run from December 20 to 23, 2024.
Timeline
Call launch date: October 1, 2024
Application deadline: October 30, 2024
Announcement of results: November 15, 2024
Program start date: December 20, 2024
For more information about the call, please contact:
Email: academy@africanculturefund.net / applications@africanculturefund.net