Creative Opportunities
This page is dedicated to sharing creative opportunities both here at Exeter Phoenix and from other creative projects and organisations in the region.
Current Opportunities
Exmouth Film Festival - Grow Your Network
Fri 20 Nov at 4pm | Free (booking required)
Involved in the TV , Film and media world in Devon? Well, this event is to gather us together to meet and connect as we grow our networks.
Exmouth Film Festival presents Grow Your Network.
An event for the Devon film , TV and media sector In partnership with Devon Film Office , Exeter Phoenix and ACED. Friday 20th November 2026 Imperial Hotel Exmouth. Arrive from 3.30pm for a 4pm start.
What to expect: • A short key note with Hugh Hartford of Banyak Films, a very experienced filmmaker with multiple credits and awards, whose latest film that he produced, We -The Hated, opened the prestigiuos Sheffiled documentary festival this year and hits cinemas very soon.
We will then also have a wider panel discussion with Devon based Film/TV/Content experts sharing their best projects, biggest lessons and advice • Followed by Small-group table conversations to extend your network • Open Q&A with the panel and with each other • News on upcoming opportunities in Devon. So, whether you’re a director, producer, crew member, editor, writer, very experienced or just starting out, you’re welcome. Tables will be mixed so you’ll meet people outside your usual circle.
There will be plenty of time to chat and connect.
Free to attend, but spaces are limited.
Find out more and book your space >
this is the application form for the December event at Exeter Phoenix only, and there is a separate application form for the November event happening at Barnfield Theatre (deadline: 28th September)(opens in new tab)
Two Together: Porthmeor Studios Residencies
Deadline: Mon 30 Nov, 10am
The 2027 Two Together: Porthmeor Studios Residencies offer the opportunity for three pairs of visual artists to undertake a shared residency at the historic Porthmeor Studios in St Ives, Cornwall, to enable exchange and learning. Applicants are encouraged to consider how you will benefit from working together, how your practices connect, and why this residency is timely for you both, as well as how a shared studio space will benefit each of you. The residency necessitates process-led experimentation. We are interested to see practices, ideas and projects developed through an engagement with materials and materiality.
this is the application form for the December event at Exeter Phoenix only, and there is a separate application form for the November event happening at Barnfield Theatre (deadline: 28th September)(opens in new tab)
OPEN CALL 2028: SOUTH WEST-BASED ARTIST COMMISSION
Deadline: Sun 13 Dec 2026, 23:59 GMT
Spike Island is pleased to invite applications from artists based in the South West of England to develop a major new commission to be presented in our galleries in summer 2028.
The Opportunity
The commission will be presented in Spike Island’s galleries as part of our summer 2028 exhibitions programme.
The successful applicant will receive:
• An artist fee of £4,000
• Production budget of £8,500 (exclusive of VAT) to produce and fabricate the new work(s). This budget is intended for materials, fabrication and other direct production costs required to realise the new work(s).
• Spike Island will separately cover exhibition-related costs outside the production budget, including installation, transport, insurance, travel and accommodation, per diems, documentation and deinstallation, within the limits of the budget available
• Curatorial and technical support from Spike Island’s team throughout the development, production and presentation of the commission
• Where appropriate, access to Spike Island’s residency studio (for artists who do not have a studio at Spike Island) and/or edit suite for research or production
• Promotion through Spike Island’s website and social media channels before and during the exhibition
this is the application form for the December event at Exeter Phoenix only, and there is a separate application form for the November event happening at Barnfield Theatre (deadline: 28th September)(opens in new tab)
Ongoing Opportunities
Creative Hub Publication
Looking for creative opportunities in the South West? Our Creative Hub publication shares monthly updates on all things creative in Exeter.
Commissions
Every year Exeter Phoenix commissions new work, primarily from artists, filmmakers and theatre makers based in the South West region.
Little Scratch Night
What comes before Scratch? The itch, of course!
Little Scratch is an informal, safe and nurturing space for local creatives to not only talk through their ideas, but to connect with fellow creatives about the kind of work they want to create, on a monthly basis.
Exhibiting Opportunities
Gallery333 is a dedicated space to exhibit small, contemporary art installations. It is an intimate ‘window’ gallery space with a secure glass door situated in a busy location within the building. Dimensions are 125cm high x 74cm wide x 36cm deep.
NEW BAND SHOWCASE
New Band Showcase is a regular opportunity for emerging musicians to perform on the big stage at Exeter Phoenix! We are a proud supporter of new talent and accept applications to perform at future New Band Showcases on an ongoing basis. Please email us with a link to listen to your work.
Join Our Team Of Volunteer Stewards
None of the day to day activity at Exeter Phoenix could be accomplished without our passionate team of volunteers and staff to make it happen. We’re always looking for new people to get involved.