The Factory International x EUNIC Creative Producers Programme is a collaborative partnership between EUNIC and Factory International to enhance cultural dialogue and artistic collaboration between EU and the UK. It is intended that up to 14 creative producers from regions across Europe will be selected through an open call and supported by EUNIC, and one Manchester creative producer (nominated by Factory International), to gather in Manchester to attend networking, performance and learning events at Factory International and in its proximity.
There are online meetings between April and September 2026, as well as a 5-day programme between 25 June and 5 July 2026 in Manchester, including attendance at opening event(s) at Aviva Studios, cultural visits across Greater Manchester, and meetings with local artists and practitioners.
This opportunity will be particularly beneficial for programmers, curators and arts professionals with a proven interest in creating and producing cross-disciplinary arts works. The programme will prioritise delegates that demonstrate a significant interest in UK/international collaboration, and the potential to work on future collaborative projects with Factory International and partners in North West England. They particularly welcome applications from a diverse range of professionals: including women, gender minorities, people with disabilities, and people from underrepresented groups.
The call is open to applicants who are nationals of, or legally resident in, one of the following eligible countries: Austria, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Lithuania, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, and Sweden.
Expenses related to the project including travel, accommodation, per diems and ETA visas will be covered.
