Opportunities in Akron
Browse a curated list of fresh calls for artists, job opportunities, grants and fellowships, and spaces available in Akron.
DEADLINE: April 29th, 2026
Assistant Professor, Graphic Design ↗
University of Akron
University of Akron's Mary Schiller Myers School of Art seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor for the BFA in Graphic Design program starting August 2026. Requires MFA and 2-3 years teaching experience. Full-time.
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DEADLINE: June 15th, 2026
Solo and Group Exhibition Proposals 2027/2028 ↗
Summit Artspace
Summit Artspace has calls open for group exhibitions and solo exhibitions to be held between July 2027 and June 2028. They are interested in highlighting a diverse range of artistic skill sets and backgrounds as well as diverse material and critical exploration. Must be 18+ for consideration. Artists must be living in Summit County or contiguous counties. No fee to apply.
Ohio Plein Air Society Annual Art Challenge ↗
Ohio Plein Air Society
The Ohio Plein Air Society invites artists to participate in their Annual Art Challenge, September 17-20, 2026 at Summit Artspace in Akron. Paint throughout Summit County over the weekend with final exhibition and judging by Charles Basham. Contact: Craig Staufer, 330.242.3545 or craig@craigstaufer.com
Apply for Wall Space or Monthly Display ↗
Art x Love
Local artists are invited to apply for wall space rental or a free monthly display at Art x Love's new downtown Akron studio and gallery space: Forever Changes.
Solo Exhibition Proposals ↗
Curated Storefront
Curated Storefront's Studio Program, located at the Bounce Innovation Hub building in downtown Akron, invites students or recent graduates pursuing a BFA/BA or MFA in studio art at a regional university to show their work. Proposals for exhibitions are accepted on a rolling basis. Please email katie@curatedstorefront.org for more information and to apply.