Matilda Bookshop, in partnership with Writers SA, and in association with Ultimo Press, are offering an annual residency fellowship to a South Australian writer. The fellowship provides support (time, writing space and mentoring) to work on a writing project of literary merit in a beautiful bush setting. We are pleased […]
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Deep Creek Residency
Matilda Bookshop, in partnership with Writers SA, and association with Ultimo Press, are offering an annual residency fellowship to a South Australian writer. The fellowship provides support (time, writing space and mentoring) to work on a writing project of literary merit. As there are currently no SA residency fellowships offered […]
We’re hiring! Operations Manager
Writers SA is hiring an Operations Manager to join the team in February 2022. The Operations Manager is a newly created role overseeing Writers SA’s membership program, general administration and project management. It is a customer-facing role as the first point of contact between our members, the public and the […]
Our Words, Our Town
Through the No Limits Program, Writers SA is calling regional storytellers from the Limestone Coast aged 12-29 to express interest in a new commission. Selected writers will be paid to respond to their experience of living in the Limestone Coast in 500-1000 words of their choosing — the challenges and […]
2020 Varuna Fellowship for Young Writers
Writers SA is once again partnering with Varuna, the National Writers’ House, to offer a residency and development fellowship for a young South Australian writer in 2020. This opportunity is open to writers and poets who are under 35, are Writers SA members, and are South Australian residents. The week-long residency will […]
Are you our new General Manager?
We’re hiring! Writers SA seeks an experienced, passionate General Manager to take charge of our operations, members database, finances and office. Reporting to the Director, the General Manager will be central to the smooth running of our dynamic literary arts organisation. This is an exciting time to join Writers SA […]
Varuna Fellowship for Emerging Writers
The SA Writers Centre is partnering with Varuna, the National Writers’ House to offer a new residency and development fellowship for a young South Australian writer. This opportunity is open to writers, poets and illustrators who are under 35, and are South Australian residents. The week-long residency will take place from Monday 23 […]
New Career Support Programs for South Australian writers
First Draft, Manuscript Incubator, and Career Track When it comes to writers’ needs across their journey, one size definitely does not fit all. So we’re pleased to launch three new career support programs designed specifically for South Australian writers, tailored to our community’s diverse and evolving needs. In 2018, we’ll […]
Workshop Presenters for 2017 – EOI Callout
SA Writers Centre is interested in receiving workshop proposals from experienced teachers, writers and publishing industry professionals to include in our 2017 Program. If you are a published writer, or have relevant industry experience, please complete a workshop proposal form for each workshop you would like us to consider. We […]
No Strings Attached: Expressions of Interest
Theatre Professionals – Tutoring Artists – Support Workers – Volunteers Would you like to work with No Strings Attached? We are currently seeking Expressions of Interest to join our workshop program to support our amazing Performers with Disabilities in the development and creation of original theatre pieces. No Strings Attached […]
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST – GEORGE TOWN LITERARY FESTIVAL
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST – GEORGE TOWN LITERARY FESTIVAL SA Writers Centre is partnering with the George Town Literary Festival, in Penang, Malaysia, to include an established South Australian writer on the 2016 GLTF festival program. This opportunity is open to all current SA Writers Centre members (as at 30 March […]
Nominations Open for ASA Medal
Nominations are invited from members of the Australia Society of Authors for the award of the ASA Medal in 2016. The ASA Medal is awarded biennially to recognise the achievements of an author or illustrator who has made a significant contribution to Australian writing. Such contribution includes, but is not […]
Emerging Writers’ Festival Callout
Want to be a part of the 2016 Emerging Writers’ Festival? This is your chance to help shape the innovative and creative program: it’s all about you! Tell us what you want to hear – the discussions about writing you want to have – and whether you want to be […]
Independent Makers and Presenters Program is Open
The Independent Makers and Presenters (IMP) program supports skills and career development and the creation, development and presentation of new work by independent practising professional South Australian artists involved in literature, the performing arts or visual art, craft and design. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT opportunities close: 5:00pm Friday 20th November 2015
National Young Writersʼ Festival is Hiring
The National Young Writersʼ Festival (NYWF) is looking for two dedicated individuals (from anywhere in Australia) to Co-Director the 2016 and 2017 NYWF in Newcastle, NSW. We’re after someone who has the skills and vision to take NYWF to the next level. If this sounds like it could be you, download […]