Creative Steps - New Work - Round 2 - 24/25

This funding supports creative development and presentation of new work by individual artists, arts and cultural workers. Applicants are encouraged to drive and develop partnerships with arts and cultural organisations to support their new works.

This funding will:

• enable the creation and presentation of new work and access to resources and expertise for artists - facilitate engagement and access to new work for NSW audiences
• strengthen the creative ecosystem through collaborations and partnerships
• amplify diverse voices and increase equitable opportunities for NSW artists
• contribute to personal and community wellbeing and economic development.

 Who can apply

Individuals:  

• Applicants must be 18 years or above  
• Currently living in NSW (minimum 12 months)  

Groups or other entities that do not have legal status: 

• Applicants must be 18 years or above  
• Currently located in NSW (for the past 12 months) 

If successful, all applicants must have an active ABN with a nominated bank account or provide details of a funds administrator.  

• Individuals must have a sole trader ABN or private company ABN (only if the individual is the sole director) or a funds administrator and a nominated bank account. 
• Unincorporated groups, cooperatives, ensembles, unincorporated associations, or other entities that do not have legal status, must be contracted by an individual or a funds administrator on behalf of the group or association.  

Types of projects funded under this grant

The project must demonstrate it has a focus on arts and culture and directly benefits NSW artists, arts and cultural workers and/or NSW communities and audiences.  

 It must be a creative development and/or the presentation of new work.  

What costs you can apply for

Costs you need to cover to make sure your project is a success:

• Renting or hiring of space for workshops, rehearsals, shows, exhibitions or presentations  
• Travel and accommodation costs related to your professional development activity  
• Fees for development opportunities, mentorships, workshops, and courses  
• Marketing and promotion expenses 
• Costs or materials for the creation of new work  
• Costs to support First Nations protocols 
• Costs to support accessibility 
• Paying artist fees based on awards and appropriate industry rates  
  • Note: Events or activities receiving funding from Create NSW, must pay at least $250 fee for musicians. This fee is based on a ‘3 hour call’ as set out in the Live Performance Award and endorsed by the Fair Work Ombudsman.