Elevate your creative career at the global stage of innovation in performing arts and art events

Hong Kong’s cultural scene has been flourishing — in 2024 alone, the city is set to host 210 mega events, showcasing its diverse artistic offerings. Among the standout events are the Doraemon Drone Show, a spectacular fusion of technology and popular culture, and A Path to Glory – Jin Yong’s Centennial Memorial, Sculpted by Ren Zhe, an immersive experience offering multilingual audio guides and augmented reality technology. With a growing emphasis on the arts and creative industries in the city, Hong Kong presents exciting opportunities for artists, creatives, and performing arts professionals.

Opportunities for creatives and performing arts professionals

According to the latest statistics, Hong Kong has around 29,420 establishments related to the creative industry. This means whether you're an artist seeking employment or looking to launch ambitious projects in the performing arts and art technology sectors, Hong Kong's vibrant arts scene provides a fertile ground for creativity and career growth. Organisations such as the West Kowloon Cultural District, Hong Kong Arts Administrators Association, Hong Kong Design Centre and Hong Kong Arts Festival offer job opportunities for a full range of art-related specialists. The Government has also launched art funds designed to support art innovation and encourage cross-disciplinary collaborations, providing art funding and grants to support the development of various art projects:

• Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDAHK)
  CCIDAHK partners with various organisations to provide a diverse array of funding schemes for the cultural and creative industries. For instance, in the field of art tech, the Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association Limited has launched the “Future Animation - AI-assisted Animation Production Pilot Scheme” to promote innovation in digital entertainment. For more details on the available opportunities and funding schemes, you may visit CCIDAHK’s Funding & Support page.
• Project Grant by Hong Kong Arts Development Council (HKADC)
  Project Grant is open to all local arts practitioners and organisations. This grant aims to support various arts projects in visual arts, drama, xiqu, literary arts, music, dance, film and media arts, and cross/multi-disciplinary arts, fostering creativity and promoting arts development in Hong Kong, helping artists to showcase their artistic achievements. For more information on the grant and how to apply, please refer to HKADC’s Project Grant page.

These funds offer substantial financial support for various project-related expenses such as production costs, venue rentals, marketing, research, and development. For international talent breaking into a new market, this financial backing is essential. It relieves financial pressure, enabling you to concentrate on the quality and impact of your work without constantly worrying about costs.

Additional bonus: Quick pass to working and living in Hong Kong

The Talent Admission Scheme offers an excellent opportunity for arts and creative professionals who wish to pursue long-term art projects and career development in the city.

To apply for the Talent Admission Scheme as a performing arts professional in art technology, creative industries professional in films, creative industries professional in music, or professional in other art-related industries, applicants need to demonstrate expertise in applying relevant experiences in the respective domains. For full details on the range of professions covered and the creative industries, arts culture, and performing arts, be sure to check out HKTE’s Talent List.

Hong Kong's thriving cultural landscape offers a wealth of opportunities for creative professionals and performing arts specialists. With its numerous mega events, substantial funding initiatives, and supportive immigration policies, the city provides an ideal environment for artists to showcase their talents, innovate, and advance their careers on a global stage.