APAture 2026 Call for Mentees

Mentee Positions (Application Required)

In Spring 2026, we will be offering two mentee positions for individuals who want deeper, hands-on experience in arts administration and festival production. Appointed mentees will receive a stipend.

Mentees will work directly with the Program and Community Manager, who also serves as the APAture Festival Coordinator. This is an immersive opportunity to learn the inner workings of a major multidisciplinary arts festival while contributing directly to its success.

Mentees will gain experience in:

  • Festival planning and logistical operations

  • Artist communications and showcase coordination

  • Community partner outreach

  • Marketing and public relations

  • Event production and on-site management

This mentorship is ideal for emerging cultural workers, artists, and organizers interested in arts leadership, community engagement, and behind-the-scenes festival work. Mentees will not only build professional skills, but also play an integral role in shaping APAture 2026 from the inside out. A full description of the mentee position can be found here.

Applications for paid mentee positions will open in early Spring 2026.

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