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Opportunities for the Field

August 31, 2023


We compile opportunities for artists and arts organizations that are available in 

New Jersey, or benefit those working in the arts in New Jersey. You'll find professional development workshops, grant announcements, calls for artists, resources, and more. Check out all three categories: Featured Opportunities, Opportunities for Artists, and Opportunities for Organizations.


While we do not share Job Opportunities, we do recommend the following resources for those looking for work in the arts field: ArtPride NJ Job Bank, NJ Theatre Alliance, Dance NJ, NJ Motion Picture & Television Commission, and Arts Admin Jobs.


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Attention, New Jersey Arts Organizations! Take the ArtsPay NJ Salary Survey and be part of supporting pay equity in our field.

This survey should be filled out by one representative at any non-profit organization in New Jersey for which the arts are the primary mission. The individual at your organization completing the survey should have knowledge and access to the organization’s HR/payroll information.

Survey closes September 18, 2023.


Take The Survey Here

Featured Opportunities

Public Art Opportunity: New Jersey Climate Resiliency Community-Based Arts Projects

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection and the New Jersey State Council on the Arts are pleased to present this call for artists and artist teams as part of the Coastal Risk Communications Campaign – a community-based art grant program to bring attention to and start a conversation around climate impacts in our coastal areas through art installations. Selected artists will work with pre-selected community-based organizations to plan, implement, document, and promote the projects.

Deadline: September 5, 2023


Watch a recorded Q&A session here.


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Join the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and Colleagues for the Teaching Artist Community of Practice

The NJ State Council on the Arts is hosting a quarterly Teaching Artist Community of Practice. These virtual sessions will be provided as a platform for teaching artists to share their experiences, discuss new opportunities, and connect with each other and the State Arts Council. Registration required:


September 6, 2023 | Noon – 1 PM

Newark Liberty Airport Digital Art Exhibition: The Art of NJ 2024

Call for New Jersey Artists

Deadline: September 12, 2023


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The State Arts Council is seeking an experienced consultant to lead the research and development of a best practices guide for utilizing arts education and arts learning programming to support justice-impacted youth.

Deadline: September 14, 2023


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Morris Arts Local Arts Grant Program

Call for Morris County Arts Organizations to Apply for Funding for Arts Projects

Deadline: September 1, 2023


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Somerset County Local Arts Grant Program

Call for Arts Organizations, Libraries, Nonprofits, and Municipalities

Deadline: September 15, 2023


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National Medal of Arts

The National Medal of Arts is the highest award given to artists and arts patrons by the United States government. The National Medal of Arts is awarded by the President of the United States to individuals or groups who "...are deserving of special recognition by reason of their outstanding contributions to the excellence, growth, support and availability of the arts in the United States."

Nomination Deadline: September 15, 2023


Make Your Nomination Here

Union County Local Arts Grant Program

Call for Arts Organizations, Libraries, Schools, and Units of Local Government

Deadline: September 21, 2023


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Sphinx Venture Fund

Grants for Initiatives Designed to Solve and Challenge Issues Related to DE&I in the Performing Arts – with an Emphasis in Classical Music

Deadline: October 23, 2023


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Sphinx Competition

The Sphinx Competition, held every year in Detroit (MI), is a national competition offering young Black and Latinx classical string players a chance to compete under the guidance of an internationally renowned panel of judges and to perform with and receive mentorship from established professional musicians.

Dates: January 24 - 27, 2024

Deadline: October 23, 2023


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Exhibition Opportunity: The Hammonton Art Center

Monthly Call for Artists


Click Here for Drop Off Dates

Reel Change Film Fund

Reel Change is a five-year grants and mentorship program for composers of diverse backgrounds who have been marginalized in film composition. 

Rolling Deadline


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Adobe Creative Residency Community Fund

Financial Support for Creators Directly Impacted by the 2022 Invasion of Ukraine

Applications Accepted and Evaluated on a Rolling Basis


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dPlan|ArtsReady

This newly launched dPlan|ArtsReady tool guides you through the steps of creating elements of your performing arts organization’s emergency plan. Organizations can request a free year of access.


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Opportunities for Artists

Public Art Opportunity: L+A+N+D (Landscape + Art + Nature + Design)

Call for Proposals for Innovative Design Concepts for Immersive, Large-scale, Outdoor Installations

Watch the Application Assistance Webinar here.

Deadline: September 4, 2023


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Public Art Opportunity: New Jersey Climate Resiliency Community-Based Arts Projects

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection and the New Jersey State Council on the Arts are pleased to present this call for artists and artist teams as part of the Coastal Risk Communications Campaign – a community-based art grant program to bring attention to and start a conversation around climate impacts in our coastal areas through art installations. Selected artists will work with pre-selected community-based organizations to plan, implement, document, and promote the projects.

Deadline: September 5, 2023


Watch a recorded Q&A session here.


Learn More

Join the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and Colleagues for the Teaching Artist Community of Practice

The NJ State Council on the Arts is hosting a quarterly Teaching Artist Community of Practice. These virtual sessions will be provided as a platform for teaching artists to share their experiences, discuss new opportunities, and connect with each other and the State Arts Council. Registration required:


September 6, 2023 | Noon – 1 PM

New Jersey Film Festival - Spring 2023

Call for Submissions

Late Deadline: September 30, 2023

Extended Deadline: September 10, 2023


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MacDowell Fellowship

About 300 artists in seven disciplines are awarded Fellowships each year and the sole criterion for acceptance is artistic excellence.

Deadline: September 10, 2023


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Newark Liberty Airport Digital Art Exhibition: The Art of NJ 2024

Call for New Jersey Artists

Deadline: September 12, 2023


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Innovate Grant

Call for Artists and Photographers 

Next Deadline: September 14, 2023


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Public Art Opportunity: Remembering Robeson Sculpture Project

Call for Artists to Submit Proposals for a Life-size Sculpture of Paul Robeson

Deadline: September 15, 2023


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WheatonArts 2024 Creative Glass Fellowships

Call for Artists

Deadline: September 15, 2023


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Exhibition Opportunity: Primal Disposition

Call for Artists

Deadline: September 23, 2023


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The Boomer Art Prize

Call for Artists

Deadline: September 25, 2023


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West Windsor Arts’ Artist in Residence Program

Call for Artists

Deadline: October 1, 2023


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Call for Musicians, Dancers, Singers, Entertainers, Filmmakers, Puppeteers, and More for a Series of Community-driven Shows at West Windsor Arts

Deadline: October 1, 2023


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2024 Eyebeam Fellowship: What is Human About Technology?

Call for Artists

Deadline: October 1, 2023


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Sphinx Competition

The Sphinx Competition, held every year in Detroit (MI), is a national competition offering young Black and Latinx classical string players a chance to compete under the guidance of an internationally renowned panel of judges and to perform with and receive mentorship from established professional musicians.

Dates: January 24 - 27, 2024

Deadline: October 23, 2023


Learn More

Exhibition: A Return to Art

Call for New Jersey Artists

Contact: montyartscouncil@gmail.com

Exhibition Dates: October 27 - 29, 2023


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1-on-1 Consultation for Immigrant Artists

NYFA 1-on-1 Consultations for Immigrant Artists offers individualized career-centered conversations for creatives of all disciplines. During these free 40-minute online consultation sessions with arts industry experts, you can seek advice on specific topics or general resources and opportunities to help you navigate building your arts career in the U.S.


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Adobe Creative Residency Community Fund

Financial Support for Creators Directly Impacted by the 2022 Invasion of Ukraine

Applications Accepted and Evaluated on a Rolling Basis


Learn More

Reel Change Film Fund

Reel Change is a five-year grants and mentorship program for composers of diverse backgrounds who have been marginalized in film composition. 

Rolling Deadline


Learn More

Parent Artist Advocacy League for Performing Arts and Media (PAAL)
PAAL is a national network and solutions-generator for caregivers in the arts and media, offering childcare grants, emergency grants, and other resources.

Awesome Foundation Micro-grants

Call for individuals, groups, and organizations to apply for $1,000 micro-grants for an “awesome” project.


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Kemmerer Library Harding Township Art Gallery Wall

Opportunity for Artists to Exhibit Work for One Month

Rolling Deadline


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Guide to Finances for Artists

Establish solid financial practices with this free eGuide download & worksheets.


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Creator Collective

Applications are open to join Eventbrite's Creator Collective, a global community of entrepreneurs and organizers passionate about live experiences. Collective members get exclusive access to our virtual meet-ups with experts, opportunities to speak at Eventbrite events, complimentary product upgrades, and access to Eventbrite's 24/7 online networking platform.


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Opportunities for Arts Organizations

Attention, New Jersey Arts Organizations! Take the ArtsPay NJ Salary Survey and be part of supporting pay equity in our field.

This survey should be filled out by one representative at any non-profit organization in New Jersey for which the arts are the primary mission. The individual at your organization completing the survey should have knowledge and access to the organization’s HR/payroll information.

Survey closes September 18, 2023.


Take The Survey Here

Morris Arts Local Arts Grant Program

Call for Morris County Arts Organizations to Apply for Funding for Arts Projects

Deadline: September 15, 2023


Learn More

Somerset County Local Arts Grant Program

Call for Arts Organizations, Libraries, Nonprofits, and Municipalities

Deadline: September 15, 2023


Learn More

Union County Local Arts Grant Program

Call for Arts Organizations, Libraries, Schools, and Units of Local Government

Deadline: September 21, 2023


Learn More

Sphinx Venture Fund

Grants for Initiatives Designed to Solve and Challenge or an Issue Related to DE&I in the Performing Arts – with an Emphasis in Classical Music

Deadline: October 23, 2023


Learn More

Mercer County Arts and Health Month

Call for Mercer County organizations, educational institutions, and non-profits to join the celebration in Mercer County with programs and events that will highlight the importance of the arts as they relate to health and well-being this November 2023.


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Awesome Foundation Micro-grants

Call for individuals, groups, and organizations to apply for $1,000 micro-grants for an “awesome” project.


Learn More

Art Equity

Tools, Resources, and Training for Creating and Sustaining a Culture of Equity, Inclusion, and Justice through the Arts

dPlan|ArtsReady

This newly launched dPlan|ArtsReady tool guides you through the steps of creating elements of your performing arts organization’s emergency plan. Organizations can request a free year of access.


Learn More

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The New Jersey State Council on the Arts, created in 1966, is a division of the NJ Department of State and a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. The Council was established to encourage and foster public interest in the arts; enlarge public and private resources devoted to the arts; promote freedom of expression in the arts; and facilitate the inclusion of art in every public building in New Jersey. The Council believes the arts are central to every element we value most in a modern society including: human understanding; cultural and civic pride; strong communities; excellent schools; lifelong learning; creative expression; and economic opportunity. To learn more about the Council, please visit www.artscouncil.nj.gov.

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