Call Out: CityMag Writer in Residence 2021

The Mill’s writer in residence program, in partnership with CityMag, supports emerging writers from a variety of disciplines. The program creates a broader audience for writing through leadership, mentorship and publication.

Two 6-month residencies in The Mill’s CBD studios are offered per year, culminating in three pieces of commissioned writing to a total value of $600 per recipient and support from CityMag and The Mill. The program aims to assist emerging writers develop connections and explore opportunities to collaborate with The Mill’s community.

Work funded under this program may include, but is not limited to; creative essays, creative nonfiction and storytelling, artist profiles and response to art and exhibitions.

The first residency for 2021 will run January to June, with the second running July to December.

Applications open: Wednesday, October 21, 2020

Applications close: Monday, November 16, Midnight (ACDT) 

Applicants notified: Friday, November 27, 2020


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About the mentor:

CityMag editor Johnny von Einem will provide writing and editing mentorship for 1 hour each month over the 6 month residency. This mentorship will build the recipients’ skills, and culminate in publication on City Mag’s website to boost their profile and portfolio.

CityMag is a twice weekly digital magazine that focuses on Adelaide’s growth, daily habits and the people within the city.

Established in 2013, the publication was acquired by Solstice Media in 2018; sitting beside publications InDaily and SALIFE.