Creators Studio
The MCA Denver Creators Studio Program is a collaborative, 8‑week, paid internship experience for young adults ages 18 – 26.
About the program
This is a cohort-based program that brings together professional artists and young creators to build community and connections within the Denver art scene. All participants will receive creative training, entrepreneurial development, and mentorship from some of the city’s leading creatives. Additional discipline-specific training will also be provided in one of two learning tracks: visual arts and creative exploration. At the end of the program, participants will engage in a forum to present what they learned as a final creative pitch.
Participants will meet on Saturdays from 9AM-5PM at the Holiday Theater. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Creators Studio has been made possible through the generous support of Amie Knox and Jim Kelley, with additional support from James R. Scott and the Homer A. & Mildred S. Scott Foundation.
Description of Learning Tracks
Visual Arts Track
The Visual Arts Track is for young visual artists who are interested in learning about discipline-specific opportunities, including creating a portfolio, connecting with visual art spaces, and finding collaborative opportunities in Denver and beyond.
The Creative Exploration Track
The Creative Exploration Track is a cross-disciplinary opportunity for young creatives who are interested in defining their practice, exploring creative career paths, and connecting with other creative working professionals.
Entrepreneurial Development Training
Both tracks will receive Entrepreneurial Development Training, which includes business modeling, strategic management, principles of accounting, marketing, promotion, and pitching.
Details
Dates of Internship
- June 7
- June 14
- June 21
- June 28
- July 12
- July 19
- July 26 (Presentation Day)
- August 2
Typical Day Schedule
- 9AM-12PM: Entrepreneurial Development/Small Group Session
- 12 – 1PM: Lunch
- 1 – 5PM: Individual track breakout
Creators Studio Applicants must
- Be a Denver resident ( Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, and Jefferson counties)
- Be between the ages of 18 – 26 (age at the time of the program)
- Have a high school diploma/GED (2024 graduating seniors are eligible as this is a summer program.)
- Be interested in exploring visual arts or the creative space in general.
- Be available for the internship dates and final presentation day.
Application Process
- Applicants will apply through the MCA Denver website
- Once applications close, they will be reviewed.
- After review, select applicants will be asked to do a brief virtual interview with MCA Denver staff
- All applicants interviewed will be notified if they have been selected.
