Got a phone and an eye for creativity? Be Arts Midwest’s feet on the ground!
We’re seeking community documenters — everyday storytellers, artists, organizers, or creatives — who can quickly film what’s happening around them and send us 8–10 raw vertical video clips that highlight something distinct, local, and creative.
We’re looking for short, unedited vertical video clips that showcase creative people, projects, and events in your community. If you’ve ever thought, “People need to see this!,” we want to hear from you.
That could mean:
- A public art project taking shape
- A joyful community gathering
- A local artist at work
- A food, craft, or culture moment unique to your area
We’ll take care of editing, scripting, and publishing videos on Arts Midwest’s Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok. You’ll get credit and $250 compensation for your footage and a short write-up of what you’ve captured.
Arts Midwest covers Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and the Native Nations that share this geography. Pitches from outside of this region will not be considered.
A brief pitch of what you plan to capture is due August 17, 2025
