Programme

The Close-Up Summer Residency is a fully-funded, week-long creative retreat for early-career content creators and directors from minority and ethnically diverse backgrounds in Ireland.

It’s your chance to level up your media practice, connect with fellow creatives, and bring your boldest story idea to life — with expert support every step of the way.

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Deadline to apply: June 1st, 2025 at 5PM
Instagram Live Q&A: May 20th at 12:30PM
This form will take 15–20 minutes to complete. Applicants must be available for the entire week if selected.

Programme Overview

• Duration: 1 week
• Date: June 30 – July 6, 2025
• Group Size: 8 participants
• Location: In-person (Wicklow)
• Language: English
• Cost: FREE for those selected (Valued at €2200)

What’s included:

• Full accommodation and food
• €200 artist stipend
• Access to gear and production tools
• Expert mentorship
• A chance to win €2,500 seed funding at the final pitch event

Eligibility

• Aged 18+ and based in Ireland
• Intermediate-level media experience (e.g., Wideshot workshops, personal projects, etc.)
• Strong interest in storytelling and digital media
• From an ethnically diverse or minority background (strongly encouraged)
• Available to attend the full retreat in person

Key Features

• Mentorship from leading Irish media professionals
• Peer collaboration and co-creation
• Deep dives into storytelling, pitching, and production
• Industry-standard equipment and expert-led workshops
• Final-day pitch to a panel of judges for €2,500 seed funding
• Certificate of completion

‍Artist Facilitators

Will be announced shortly.

Programme Funders & Community Partners

To be updated as confirmed.

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