Closes in 4 daysFellowshipRound 1: Arts NT - NXT Gen ARTS 2025-26
Arts NT - NXT Gen ARTS 2025-26
Department of People, Sport and Culture · Australia
The NXT Gen ARTS category supports structured career development for early career artists in the Northern Territory through a work placement with a host NT arts organisation. It provides funding for hands-on experience in the creative industries and aims to strengthen employment pathways for young people in the NT arts and culture sector.
Funding
Up to $13K
Closing Soon
31 May 2026
Duration
up to 1 financial year
Location
Northern Territory
Who Can Apply
• Applicant must be an individual aged 18 to 25 at the time of application
• Activity must involve a work placement with a host Northern Territory arts organisation
• Applicant must complete an eligible placement plan with the host organisation
• Applicant should confirm eligibility and activity suitability with an Arts Development Officer
• Applicant must have no outstanding acquittals or compliance issues with the Northern Territory Government
• Required permissions must be obtained where relevant, including Working with Children clearances and Aboriginal cultural permissions
• If using an Administering Body, it must endorse the application before submission
Applicants must be individuals aged 18 to 25 at the time of application and undertake a work placement with an eligible host Northern Territory arts organisation. Applicants must complete an eligible placement plan with their host organisation outlining the program structure and expected outcomes. Applicants should confirm eligibility and suitability with an Arts Development Officer, have no outstanding acquittals or compliance issues with the Northern Territory Government, and ensure any required permissions are obtained, including Working with Children clearances and Aboriginal cultural permissions where relevant. If using an Administering Body, it must endorse the application before submission.
What's Funded
Structured work placements for early career artists with a host Northern Territory arts organisation, supported by a placement plan outlining program structure and expected outcomes.Before you apply
Check Arts NT - NXT Gen ARTS 2025-26 fit and evidence gaps before 31 May 2026
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Get a 48-hour grant fit auditExpected Outcomes
Hands-on industry experience, career development, stronger employment pathways in the NT arts and culture sector, completion of the approved placement activity, and submission of a case study report within 3 months after completion.Key Information
Applicant Types
individual
Stage
early_stage
Funding Purposes
trainingemploymentcommunity
Keywords
artsartistsearly careerwork placementcreative industriesyouthcareer developmentNorthern Territory
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the Arts NT - NXT Gen ARTS 2025-26?
The Arts NT - NXT Gen ARTS 2025-26 is a fellowship grant offered by Department of People, Sport and Culture in Australia, providing Up to $13K in funding. The NXT Gen ARTS category supports structured career development for early career artists in the Northern Territory through a work placement with a host NT arts organisation. It provides funding for hands-on experience in the creative industries and aims to strengthen employment pathways for young people in the NT arts and culture sector.
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How much funding does the Arts NT - NXT Gen ARTS 2025-26 provide?
The Arts NT - NXT Gen ARTS 2025-26 provides Up to $13K in funding. The typical project duration is up to 1 financial year.
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Who is eligible for the Arts NT - NXT Gen ARTS 2025-26?
- Applicant must be an individual aged 18 to 25 at the time of application
- Activity must involve a work placement with a host Northern Territory arts organisation
- Applicant must complete an eligible placement plan with the host organisation
- Applicant should confirm eligibility and activity suitability with an Arts Development Officer
- Applicant must have no outstanding acquittals or compliance issues with the Northern Territory Government
- Required permissions must be obtained where relevant, including Working with Children clearances and Aboriginal cultural permissions
- If using an Administering Body, it must endorse the application before submission
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When does the Arts NT - NXT Gen ARTS 2025-26 close?
Applications close on 31 May 2026.
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What activities are funded?
Structured work placements for early career artists with a host Northern Territory arts organisation, supported by a placement plan outlining program structure and expected outcomes.
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