Adobe Opens Applications for 2019-2020 Creative Residency Program

Adobe has announced the opening of applications for its 2019-2020 Creative Residency program. The initiative is a year-long opportunity for emerging artists and recent graduates to develop their professional careers through dedicated work on personal projects. Selected participants receive a full salary, health benefits, mentorship, access to Adobe software, speaking engagements, and additional project-specific support. The program seeks candidates who demonstrate skill in their field, are at early stages of their creative careers, show commitment to community building, and can devote the residency year to professional growth. Applications opened on January 7, 2019, and will close on February 7, 2019. Eligible applicants must reside in Canada, Germany, the United States, the United Kingdom, or Japan—the latter being newly added for this cycle. The program focuses on specific creative disciplines including short-form online video production, digital illustration and painting, and digital and print design. Adobe emphasizes seeking diverse applicants representing various ideas, backgrounds, and cultures within its creative community. The residency aims to provide resources, networking, and support to help participants transition creative ambitions into professional practice.