ArtFlicks is a creative commission for bold, emerging artists aged 18–24\. We’re offering £1,000 bursaries to help you experiment, express yourself, and make original work for the digital world. 

  
We’ll support you with online workshops, 1-2-1 mentoring, and production funding so you can create three 90-second films that speak to your generation using a chosen artform — whether that’s dance, spoken word, music, visual arts, crafts, animation, or something completely different. 

  
Your work will be seen by massive audiences via our TikTok and Instagram channels, where last year, the content amassed over 1.3 million views. 

  
**This year, we're looking for content that focusses on a variety of art disciplines. We want to commission creative ideas that showcase art in all its forms — raw, polished, or in-between. You’ll pitch a concept for 3 short videos that:** 

  
🎯 Celebrate art it whatever form (or forms!) you choose

  
🎯 Explore themes that matter to young people today (identity, mental health, climate, faith — or whatever drives you)

  
🎯Are designed to engage with online audiences 

  
**Please note: for this round of ArtFlicks, we are not looking to commission documentary format films. Your films must creatively celebrate your chosen artform in a non-documentary style.** 

  
You don’t need previous experience — just clear ideas, a passion to create, and a format that celebrates your chosen artform. 

**🚀 Why apply?** 

\- Get £1,000 in support to create your own digital art series 

\- Learn how to make content that connects, with expert 1-2-1 mentoring 

\- Build your portfolio and grow your audience — with our help 

\- Be seen: Past videos hit over 1 million views on TikTok & Instagram

\- This is a safe, supportive space to explore your ideas and take creative risks 

  
**💸 Payment breakdown** 

\- £300 upfront – 17th October 2025 

\- £300 after first cuts – 12th December 2025 

\- £400 final payment – 31st January 2025 (after final delivery + quick feedback form)

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