Open call: Creative Careers Acceleration Programme internship positions in SA

Launched last week, the organisation is led by actor, director and producer Stallone Santino. Applicants should submit a two-minute video expressing who they are and why they should be chosen. Emphasis will be placed on the merit of the applications, with a commitment to prioritising applications from marginalised groups.

CCAP offers participants a unique opportunity to gain practical experience, knowledge, and insights into the vibrant arts sector through hands-on learning experiences and professional development opportunities. The programme also addresses unemployment by offering valuable work experience in various artistic disciplines. The programme runs from 7 November until 8 December and will see established art organisations and mentors from around the country step up and offer their time and invaluable experience to young South Africans.

CCAP is supported by Business and Arts South Africa and the Department of Sport, Arts & Culture, through the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme. Through this programme, participants will gain practical, hands-on learning experiences in their chosen artistic discipline, professional development opportunities to help them develop their skills and knowledge, valuable work experience in the arts sector and mentorship from experienced artists and creatives.

Various organisations on board as hosts for the mentorship, include:

• The Baxter Theatre.
• Windybrow Theatre.
• Forgotten Angle Theatre Collab.
• Mpumalanga International Film Festival.
• Sonwa Sakuba Institute for the Performing Arts.
• The Black Power Station.
• Theatre Arts Admin Collective.
• Centre for Creative Arts UKZN.
• MBN Studios – Blessing Ngobeni.
• The Market Theatre.
• PACOFS.
• Joburg Theatre.
• Vuyani Dance Company.
• DALRO.
• Drama for Life.

Mentors participating in the programme include industry professionals from various art disciplines from film and television actress Mayuri Naidu, arts manager Lindiwe Lekasapa, choreographer Owen Lonzar and filmmaker Londiwe Shange, among others.

Requirements and applications

The programme is open to South African citizens between the ages of 18 and 40 who have a demonstrated passion for the arts. The programme will accept applications from a variety of artistic disciplines, including but not limited to music, visual arts, dance, theatre, and film. Applications for CCAP will be accepted this week with the campaign kicking off at institutions from 7 November for five weeks. Those interested may WhatsApp their two-minute videos on 067 844 4447 and visit CCAP official website here for more information.

“We are excited to launch the Creative Careers Acceleration Program and to support the next generation of South African artists and creatives,” CCAP director Santino said. “This program is designed to provide participants with the skills and resources they need to succeed in the arts industry and to make a positive impact on the arts landscape of South Africa.”

About CCAP

CCAP is a new initiative to foster and nurture young, aspiring South African artists and creatives, enabling them to gain practical experience, knowledge, and insights in the vibrant arts sector. The programme aspires to revitalise the arts landscape of South Africa, stimulate innovation, and facilitate the exchange of skills and knowledge between emerging talent and experienced mentors in the arts sector.