Tips for taking submissions

Grow the impact of your initiatives with tips on how to best manage, market and grow your awards, competitions and more!

  • From Launch to Selection: Crafting the Perfect Open Call Timeline

    From Launch to Selection: Crafting the Perfect Open Call Timeline

    Planning an open call is exciting and a great chance to discover new talent. Whether it’s an award, residency, or commission, there are lots of things to consider.

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  • I Wish I Knew That: Running an Open Call

    I Wish I Knew That: Running an Open Call

    Whether you’re hosting your first open call or looking to refine your process, our guest contributors share expert insights to help you succeed.

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  • East London venues for your exhibition

    Looking for the ideal East London venue to host your awards or exhibition celebration? Discover standout spaces, handpicked by Zealous, that promise to elevate your event and delight your guests.

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  • Creative Opportunities: Predictions and Insights for 2025

    Creative Opportunities: Predictions and Insights for 2025

    Discover the top creative sector trends and predictions for 2025, from AI innovation to community-driven opportunities.

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  • 7 Top Submission Platforms for Virtual Event Management

    7 Top Submission Platforms for Virtual Event Management

    Managing virtual event submissions can be overwhelming without the right tools. This article introduces 7 tools that simplify submissions, judging, and voting to help you focus on creating meaningful events.

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  • The 5 Metrics To Drive Growth for your Awards & Competitions

    The 5 Metrics To Drive Growth for your Awards & Competitions

    Running a successful competition means knowing what’s working – and what isn’t. Learn the 5 key metrics that will help you understand your candidates’ journey and grow your program effectively.

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  • Reframing Open Calls: How To Create Non-Competitive Spaces

    Reframing Open Calls: How To Create Non-Competitive Spaces

    In this article, we’ll explore how shifting perspectives on creative competitions could make them friendlier, fairer, and more inclusive spaces.

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  • Your Open Call is Over—Now the Real Engagement Begins

    Your Open Call is Over—Now the Real Engagement Begins

    Hosting an open call is truly an enriching experience. It allows for you to discover new talent and support them, create connections, and foster creativity. However, once the opportunity is over, the real challenge—and the true potential for impact—emerges. This can allow for the nourishment on meaningful relationships and the growth of your community.

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