Open Call 2025 CPI Global Connect Workshop | KCCUK

Call for Applicants

Number of Participants

● Total 40 participants

• Performing Arts: 20, Visual Arts: 20

• About 10 participants will be selected per region : Africa & the Middle East / Asia & Oceania / Europe / the Americas.

• Distribution may adjusted based on applications

Fields

● Performing Arts

● Visual Arts

Eligibility

● Cultural professionals interested in broadening cultural boundaries and building cultural exchange networks with Korea

● Professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in the relevant field and theme

● Participants from various countries aiming to increase their understanding of Korea's cultural industry

• Theme : Cultural Convergence in the Digital Era – Technology and Digital Transformation

Required Qualifications

● Professionals with 5 to 15 years of experience in the performing or visual arts (including artists, producers, administrators with verifiable experience)

● Proficient in English (for both conversation and writing)

● Able to fully participate and obtain a visa for travel and stay in Korea

Application Deadline

● Until June 15, 2025 (Sun), 24:00 KST

How to Apply

● Online application via Google Forms

● Required Documents

• Application Form (Google Form)

• Proof of Work Experience

• Participation Agreement issued by an affiliated organization - May be submitted in the designated format or an institutional form that includes the required content - “Affiliated organization” refers to a company or institution where the applicant is regularly employed.

• Freelancers without affiliation are exempt from this requirement

• Consent to Collection and Use of Personal Information (must use designated form)

● Optional Documents

• Official English proficiency certificate

• Letter of Recommendation from one of the following:

• The Embassy of the Republic of Korea

• A Korean Cultural Center

• Your country’s Ministry of Culture

Applicants who submit a letter of recommendation will receive an additional five points in the document screening stage.

Selection Process

● Document screening

● Online interview (approx. 10 minutes per applicant via video call)

Support Provided

● Round-trip airfare (economy class)

● Accommodation and local transportation

• Arranged by the host; no cash disbursement

● Meals during official program activities

• All other meals (dinners and weekends) are the responsibility of participants.

● Certificate of Completion

• Awarded to those who attend at least 80% of the program and submit a completed project proposal

• Note: Visa-related fees and travel insurance must be covered by the participant. Insurance proof must be submitted before departure.

Participant Obligations

● Minimum 80% attendance across the full program

● Presentation and Submission of a completed collaborative project proposal