Opportunities in Cleveland
Browse a curated list of fresh calls for artists, job opportunities, grants and fellowships, and spaces available in Cleveland.
DEADLINE: March 9th, 2026
Render Me Softly ↗
Render Me Softly Festival
𝓡𝓮𝓷𝓭𝓮𝓻 𝓜𝓮 𝓢𝓸𝓯𝓽𝓵𝔂 is looking for artist made, short format experimental animations that connect to themes of tenderness, transformation, and becoming. Selected films will be featured in thematic curated screenings in various sites around Cleveland, OH as part of the festival.
DEADLINE: March 10th, 2026
feverdream Residency Program ↗
feverdream
feverdream is accepting applications for their Residency Program. The goal of the feverdream Residency is to provide space, time, and funds to support the imagination and creativity of emerging artists. Three available three-month periods. $4,500 stipend, plus $600 supply stipend.
DEADLINE: March 11th, 2026
Pride in the CLE Exhibitors ↗
LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland
Showcase your art or creative services at Cleveland’s biggest Pride celebration. Applications are now open for exhibitors (vendors) for Pride in the CLE 2026! These include: for-profit, non-profit, and artisan exhibitors. Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 11 AM – 6 PM.
Business Development Director for Interactive Media Lab ↗
Cleveland Institute of Art
The Business Development Manager drives earned revenue for CIA’s Interactive Media Lab (IML) by identifying prospects, conducting outreach, managing the sales pipeline, and closing partnerships that utilize IML’s space, technology, and services. Base salary + commission
Studio Space Available ↗
Junk Rebellion Studio
Junk Rebellion Studio, an upcycling/repurposing studio with an industrial, metal, punk vibe, is now taking applications for individual 400 sqft artist/maker studio spaces. Use of shared makerspace, kitchen, spray booth, lounge area included. $500 includes utilities+wifi. Located in downtown Cleveland. Text or email Jeff (440) 785-3264 or junkrebellionstudio@gmail.com
Adjunct Faculty: Visual Culture ↗
Cleveland Institute of Art
The Cleveland Institute of Art seeks qualified applicants for Adjunct Faculty positions in Liberal Arts to teach the course AH 150 Critical Issues in Visual Culture. This reading- and discussion-based course introduces first-year students to critical theories and methods of analysis for interpreting modern and contemporary art, media, and culture.
Adjunct Faculty: Art History, Visual Culture, Media Studies ↗
Cleveland Institute of Art
The Cleveland Institute of Art seeks qualified applicants for Adjunct Faculty positions in Liberal Arts teach electives in art history, media studies, the study of visual culture, and related areas. We welcome applicants with interests in teaching established courses from our catalog as well as those who are interested in developing new “special topics” electives for students of art and design.
Studio Technician - Design ↗
Cleveland Institute of Art
Cleveland Institute of Art is seeking to fill their Studio Technician - Design role. This person supports the upkeep of the Design facilities, equipment, and supply inventory while also ensuring the safe and effective delivery of the Design programs [Industrial Design, Graphic Design, and Interior Architecture]. Full-time.
DEADLINE: March 20th, 2026
Summer Internships ↗
TRG Multimedia
Summer internships at TRG Multimedia are your chance to get real, hands-on experience. You’ll be working alongside the creative team inside their 160,000 sq. ft. studio, learning the technical side of production - from on-set workflows to photo and video execution.
DEADLINE: March 23rd, 2026
Emerging Artist Solo Exhibition ↗
The Sculpture Center
The Sculpture Center is seeking applicants for its 2027 Revealed Emerging Artist Solo Exhibition Series through an open call for artists. This opportunity is open to emerging artists from the greater Ohio region. Six (6) artists will be selected by a diverse exhibition committee for one-person exhibitions. The ten-week-long exhibitions will be held from February 2027 to January 2028.
DEADLINE: March 23rd, 2026
Summer Internships ↗
Morgan Conservatory
The Morgan Conservatory is seeking Garden Interns (Plant-to-Paper Focus) and one Social Media & Operations Intern for Summer 2026. These paid, 10-week internships offer hands-on experience within a working paper studio and nonprofit arts organization.
DEADLINE: March 31st, 2026
Marketing & Development Manager ↗
Ingenuity Cleveland
Ingenuity Cleveland is seeking a Marketing & Development Manager who is responsible for key components of Ingenuity’s marketing and development programs, working with the Interim Executive Director and other staff members. A major focus of the position is to help organize, promote, and find funding for the annual 3-day IngenuityFest and year-round operations at the IngenuityLabs mixed-use creative entrepreneurship space and incubator. Full-time.
DEADLINE: April 4th, 2026
The BIKE Show ↗
Pinwheel Gallery
To coincide with and celebrate Old Brooklyn Pedal for Prizes, Pinwheel Gallery presents The BIKE Show, May 1st through May 22nd ! Artwork of any media is accepted. This is a themed show – all artwork must relate to bicycles. There is NO submission cost. Artists must be from Northeastern Ohio – Pinwheel Gallery values local art!
DEADLINE: April 26th, 2026
LAKE EFFECT: Artists from Cleveland Now ↗
The Cleveland Museum of Art Transformer Station
In honor of the Cleveland Museum of Art’s 110th birthday, the CMA invites artists from the greater Cleveland area to submit proposals for a juried group exhibition titled Lake Effect: Artists from Cleveland Now. Lake Effect will be presented at the Cleveland Museum of Art Transformer Station, 1460 West 29th Street, July 9, 2026, through November 22, 2026. A grant of $1,000 will be awarded to three artists.
Director of the Cinematheque at Cleveland Institute of Art ↗
Cleveland Institute of Art
Cleveland Institute of Art is seeking a collaborative, dynamic and entrepreneurial Director for our Cinematheque. The Director is responsible for the operations and programming of the Cinematheque at Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA) film program, which presents specialty films to the CIA community and the general public building on the Cinematheque’s history of showing quality films and CIA’s history of art and design. Full-time.
Exhibition Proposals ↗
Kelvin Smith Library
The Kelvin Smith Library (KSL) Exhibition Program welcomes exhibition proposals from the Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) community and from outside community members and organizations. KSL has several exhibition spaces supporting different types of exhibitions, including exhibits featuring the visual arts.
Exhibition Space: Suite 215 Gallery ↗
78th Street Studios
Suite 215 Gallery on the second floor of 78th Street Studios is available for rental by artists or curators to host exhibitions. Exhibitions span two months (three THIRD FRIDAY art walks). Natural hardwood floors, lofty ceilings, natural light. 2,950 square feet.
Exhibition Opportunity ↗
Cleveland Botanical Garden
Seeking artists to exhibit work connected to and inspired by botanical and natural worlds in three galleries at the Cleveland Botanical Garden throughout the year.
#Cleveland #University Circle #no application fee #rolling submissions
Fiber Class Proposals ↗
Praxis Fiber Workshop
Accepting class proposals on an ongoing basis. We love learning new techniques and welcome proposals dealing with fiber at any stage. We encourage innovative and experimental ideas. Formats may be 1 or 2-day Workshops or 3-5 week classes.
Exhibition Proposals ↗
The Galleries at Cleveland State University
The Galleries at Cleveland State University welcome proposals from artists, curators, and organizations that support their mission to educate, edify, and involve diverse audiences by presenting content that promotes the understanding of art and its relationship to society.
#Cleveland #Downtown #no application fee #rolling submissions
Teaching Artists ↗
Art House
Art House is currently accepting resumes for artists teaching in a range of different media. Art House provides art programming to a variety of groups, including early childhood, school-aged children, adults, and seniors. Programs take place onsite and offsite. Art House partners with diverse organizations and businesses and customizes programs to fit their needs.
Exhibition Proposals ↗
Phone Gallery
Phone Gallery is accepting proposals for exhibitions. Phone Gallery is Cleveland’s smallest art gallery and a creative space for visual arts display, with an emphasis on exposing emerging visual artists to the Greater Cleveland community and providing the Collinwood community with freely accessible art.
#Cleveland #Waterloo / Collinwood #rolling submissions #solo exhibition
Community Gallery Rental ↗
Future Ink Graphics FIG
Rent FIG’s professional Community Gallery for your next exhibition or showcase. FIG’s over 190+ feet of gallery walls offer a unique space to display your artwork, your students’ artwork or community showcase. Community Gallery rentals come with exhibition support and are customized to fit your show needs and budget.
Artist of the Month Feature ↗
Kaiser Studios
Kaiser Studios is accepting submissions for their Artist of the Month feature! Each Artist of the Month will have their artwork promoted across their social media, website, and e-newsletter. They're looking for local, regional, and national artists working in any medium. No application fee.
#Cleveland #Online #feature #no application fee #rolling submissions
Sell art at Fiddlehead Gallery ↗
Fiddlehead Gallery
Fiddlehead carries over 40 independent women artists whose work spans various styles and mediums. Fiddlehead always seeks new works, especially in the folk and upcycle categories. Fiddlehead purchases outright when possible and offers generous consignment contracts and commission requests. Interested in selling at Fiddlehead? Send email to info@fiddleheadgallery.com with an artist statement, bio, and examples of your work.
Exhibition Space: EP Studio ↗
EP Studio
Located inside 78th Street Studios in the heart of Gordon Square Arts District, EP Studio is located on the lower RAMP level and is a mixed-use space with over 20ft of wall space for artists to showcase their work during a three-month residency. Opening and closings are based around 78th's THIRD FRIDAY Art Walks giving you the opportunity for your work to be seen by thousands across Northeast Ohio and beyond!
#Cleveland #Gordon Square #exhibition #wall space #rolling submissions
Spaces at Twist Drill ↗
Twist Drill
Twist Drill building offers artist space - with a range of lease terms to accommodate artists at all stages of their careers. Single studios starting as low as $350 per month.