Julia Rausing Sky Arts Bursaries
The Space Closing date: Wed, 09 Sep 2026
- Part time
- £25k-£30k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
The Julia Rausing Sky Arts Foundation is looking for ambitious dance makers with originality and vision who want to bring a new creative dance project to life. They're interested in bold ideas, original thinking and artistic potential.
The initiative is designed to support new work that reflects the richness and diversity of the UK and the programme is looking to support 20 dance artists who will each receive:
* A personal bursary of £30k
* A project grant of £40k
* Mentoring and professional development opportunities
* A chance to present their work in a dedicated showcase.
The bursaries will support artists whose practice is rooted in creating dance works - choreographers, dance-makers, and the organisers welcome applications from across all styles, forms and approaches.
Ideas don't need to be polished, what matters most is creativity, ambition and vision. The team will work with you to develop your creative project whilst supporting you with what you need to build a sustainable creative career.
To find out more and apply please visit https://bit.ly/JRSkyACE
Job Requirements
We expect that being a Julia Rausing Sky Arts Bursary holder, including delivering your creative project and participating in the end-of-year showcase, will require a significant time commitment across 2027.
The £30,000 personal bursary is designed to give you the time and financial support to focus on your creative practice, including helping to cover your living costs while you do so.
We understand that everyone's circumstances are different. However, this programme is not compatible with a full-time job. It will not be possible to fully engage if you are only available during evenings and weekends. It may, however, be possible to take part alongside part-time work or other flexible commitments, depending on your situation.
Job Responsibilities
If you're selected for a Julia Rausing Sky Arts Bursary, you will be expected to:
Participate fully in the 12-month programme
Develop and deliver your proposed creative project within the year, keeping us updated on your progress
Share your work publicly at the end-of-year showcase
Actively engage with mentoring and support opportunities
Be open to collaboration, taking part in cohort activity and learning alongside other artists
Contribute to documenting your journey, including filming and other storytelling throughout the year
Act as an ambassador for the programme
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Julia Rausing Sky Arts Bursaries
- Salary: £25k-£30k
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Dance
- Role: Performer
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Wed, 09 Sep 2026
- Location: UK-wide
How to Apply
You will be asked to complete an online application.
Applications close at 9am on Wednesday September 9th.
- Contact name: Julia Rausing Sky Arts Bursaries
- Contact email: [email protected]
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