Creative Futures Residency

Info Session- RSVP

What We Offer

The Creative Futures Residency aims to equip MICA alumni with the tools, structure, and community needed to empower them as creatives and entrepreneurs to build viable careers, grow impactful businesses, and confidently navigate the next stage of their professional journey.

The Atlas Project →

Included:

  • Professional & Entrepreneurial support

  • Community and networking

  • Financial Stipend

  • On campus resources access

  • Community partner facility access

Eligibility

  • Alumni must reside in Maryland, Northern Virginia (NOVA) or Washington, DC

  • Priority will be given to those within 3 years of graduating (i.e.: Classes of 2024, 2025 and 2026)

  • Requires attendance for in-person monthly meetings and regular engagement with the Baltimore creative ecosystem

  • Dedicated to committing 5-7 hours a week to venture

Structure

Summer Cohort – June to January Spring Cohort – January to June Module One: Ideation (2 months)

  • Creative business model development

  • Mentor pairings

Module Two: Prototyping (2 months)

  • Experimentation and iteration

  • Prototype development

Module Three: Venture Launch (2 months)

  • Launch strategy

  • Customer communication

  • Financial and banking guidance

Info Session

Learn more about this new program during our monthly info session offerings.

Next session: Thursday,July 30th at 6pm

RSVP

Get In Touch

If you're interested in working with us, reach out.

Staff: