Opportunity Board: #38
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Call for Creative Contributions to APVA
The Association of African Podcasters and Voice Artists (APVA) invites you to share your opportunities, events, and updates shaping Africa's audio-creative industry.
Whether you're connected to podcasting, spoken word, voiceover, or the broader audio space, we want to hear from you!
Submit your work today!
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Call for Submissions: Join The Creators' Rolodex!
Africa’s largest and fastest-growing catalogue of audio creatives, studios, hubs, and agencies is here, and you’re invited to be part of it.
Whether you're a voice artist, sound engineer, studio owner, agency, or creative hub, The Creators’ Rolodex is designed to put you on the map. This isn’t just a list. It’s a game-changer, connecting Africa’s audio industry to opportunities across the continent and around the world.
Submit your details today and become part of the future of Africa’s creative audio ecosystem.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
1853 Studios is Hiring!
Are you a creative producer, passionate about the Arts?
The 1853 Studios is seeking an Assistant Creative Producer (part-time freelance). The selected candidate will support the Creative Director and Curator with a program of events in the new Mill 2 Gallery project across the next 11 months!
Deadline: May 14, 2025.
Visit the link below to apply.
Afreximbank is Hiring!
Afreximbank is seeking an innovative leader for the President, Africa Energy Bank(AEB) position.
This is a great opportunity to pioneer the launch of Africa’s landmark energy finance institution.
Deadline: May 17, 2025
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Reference Number: PRE-AEB-2025
Click on the link below to apply.
WEBINARS/WORKSHOPS/COURSES
Podfest Masterclass: A.I & Creator Tools
Podfest Masterclass 2025 is finally here!
A free virtual class for podcasters and creators. This masterclass promises to deliver quality content ranging from podcast tools to production and monetisation.
Date: May 12-13, 2025
You don’t want to miss it! Visit the link below to register.
Creators Workshop 101 by Samdech
If you are a content creator, cinematographer, photographer, filmmaker or enthusiast, this is for you! Join the Creators Workshop 101, a one-day deep dive into the world of professional content creation/videography.
Date: May 17, 2025
Location: Digiverse, Elediye bus stop, Onipan, Lagos
Entry is FREE, but registration is compulsory.
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Brooklyn Poets Fellowship 2025
Applications for the 2025 Brooklyn summer workshop fellowship is now open!
Interested writers and writing enthusiasts from historically underserved and marginalized communities can now apply.
Deadline: May 25, 2025
Visit the link below to apply
SCHOLARSHIPS/COMPETITIONS/GRANTS
Chrysalis Poetry Competition
The Chrysalis poetry is calling writers to participate in a rewarding writing competition. This will give you an opportunity to share your voice/thoughts with the world.
Selected participants will be notified on Instagram
Deadline: May 20th, 2025
Entry Fee: 1000 Naira per submission (written or video)
Visit the link to apply.
House of Dreads Calls Writers/Researchers
Are you a creative? Working on a research or education project, exploring the legacies of the Transatlantic Trafficking of Enslaved Africans (TTEA)?
House of Dreads invites you to share your works-in-progress as part of their Feedforward sessions and stand a chance to win a Prize.
What you would get:
- 500 euros if your pitch is selected
- A peer learning feedforward session dedicated to your work
- A chance to shape the network's future commissions and resources
- Valuable feedback, connection, and support
Deadline: May 13, 2025
Click on the link below to register!
British Podcast Awards is Open For Entries!
The British Podcast Awards champions the people both in front of and behind the microphone.
Whether you are part of a major studio or a solo podcaster, there is a category for you, including the brand new 'Best Host(s)' category. Other categories include Entertainment, Wellbeing, New Podcast, and the publicly voted Listeners' Choice!
Deadline: 15 May 2025
Visit the link below for more details.
MEDIA
Incubator Is Seeking Africa’s Brightest Young Creatives
Know someone young, smart, and creative into design, tech, AI, content, storytelling, or social impact?
There’s an incubator programme open for a few standout African creatives.
- 3 months
- Real projects
- African collaboration
- Mentorship that hits different
Visit the link below to apply now!
CREATIVE SHOWCASE
Colours of Social Media Podcast
Episode: Building an African Brand in the Digital Age
On this episode of the Colours of Social Media podcast, host Enoch is joined by strategic communication and brand marketing expert Tobi Jane. B, as they dive deep into the crucial topic of building strong, digital-first African brand identities that resonate globally.
Click on the link below to listen to the full episode.
OTHERS
Haven’t found the perfect fit? Here are some extra opportunities for you to check out!
Storytelling Master Class for Beginners | Workshop | Deadline: May 12, 2025. Click here
Voiceover JumpStart: Mastering the Basics of Voiceover and Owning the Mic | Webinar | Date: May 22nd - 24th, 2025. Click here
2025 Button Poetry First Book Contest | Competition | Deadline: May 30th, 2025. Click here
The 2025 Voice Arts: Open for Entries | Competition | Deadline: October 9, 2025. Click here
With Love,
APVA Editor.