Program Reviews

ArtBound helped me find my dream internship at a creative agency in New York and made what seemed like a daunting process seamless. They also introduced me to amazing creative minds, made me feel comfortable networking and allowed me to make connections in both a professional and personal sense.

I would recommend Artbound to those looking to have a international experience while gaining professional experience in there field. Thanks to Artbound I was able to work with dream clients and build my portfolio. This experience allowed me to feel the value of my work, and has ultimately given me an amazing head start in the industry.

Artbound assisted in finding my accommodation, sorting my visa and making me feel safe and welcomed in New York. I had a once in a lifetime experience and am so thankful to Artbound for making it possible.

Artbound Initiative has given me the fantastic opportunity of interning at The Studio NYC, a very reputable animation and design studio based in New York. The staff from Artbound were dedicated to providing me with the best opportunity based on my interests and career goals. Even before my application, the staff were happy to answer any questions about the program. During this internship I was able to grow and learn professionally, which will broaden my prospects in the workforce and allow me to present a very competitive resume and portfolio. Additionally, Artbound provides a network of other creative people to connect to within this program, which makes the experience doubly as valuable as an internship alone. Furthermore, this network of people become your friends while overseas. Living alone in a new city can be daunting, so having this group is a wonderful thing.

Overall, I have had a truly exceptional experience working with Artbound Initiative. They really help guide you through the process of getting an internship in a field you will enjoy, as well as offering professional advice and insights into the creative industry as a whole. This is a wonderful and personalised experience for each participant, and I highly recommend it!

From helping me find a great internship placement to getting the chance to meet and network with amazing people, ABI has helped me in so many different ways. I am more comfortable working in an arts environment, with skills that prove that I am capable of good work. The idea of moving through this industry is no wonder daunting. With connections now abroad, I can start to create that professional network that is so vital in this industry.
I was placed with Momentum Worldwide located in Kunstquartier Bethanien, Berlin. They are a non for profit gallery that centres around time-based art and video art. It was founded by Rachel Rits-Volloch back in 2. I ran both their Instagram and Facebook pages, creating content and establishing a media schedule that promoted their exhibition Water(Proof). I also helped organise the exhibitions, contacting artists on a daily basis. I also got the opportunity to interview artists in their studios as another way to provide content for the gallery.I really enjoyed this as it was a way to network and establish connections, but also a way for me to improve my writing skills.
My confidence has grown so much because of this internship. While before I would have said that I think I am good at something, I can now say that I am good at it. I have also met some amazing people in Berlin, through meeting the other interns in ABI but also with my work in Momentum Worldwide. Having these connections will help me find future internships or work.

I first learnt ABI from my school and had my NYC internship here, and I'm so glad I made this as this is my best internship experience so far (among four of them)! The team invites cultural exploration with other participants and shows you around in the city with museums and cultural heritages. This brings all participants together and keep us included in the city, as it can be rough to know nobody in a new place.

It is awesome to be here as you're building your professional network with other participants in the fields here with great potentials. Explore people around you to get your horizon broadened with different conversations! The team also recommends accommodation for decent places to stay in the city! I'm satisfied with the experience here as they made my internship here reassured! I have nothing to complain here frankly saying.

Through the Art Bound Initiative programme, I was able to intern at a wonderful production company in New York - I learned so much and had an amazing summer. I 100% recommend to anyone interested in furhterting their careers in any of the creative industries the programme offers. Without the help of Art Bound, who was there to help me every step of the process and during my time in New York, I would definitely not have been able to intern at such a prestigious company and gain the experience and knowledge I now have. My time as an intern has directed my career path and I have also met such great people I wouldn't have had the opportunity to meet otherwise. Being able to spend my summer in New York was fantastic and I definitely want to return in order to continue my career there. Overall it was a fantastic opportunity and am so thankful for the organisation and to Jean Doumanian Productions for taking me on.

It was an amazing 2 months in which I earned many friends, experience and mentors. Berlin has become somewhere that I would relocate myself into since I enjoyed the art scene and my internship with the duo Jeschkelanger very much. I learned many things, gained many connections and also experience in surviving in the art world. As a student, it is difficult to get to know people actually in the current art scene and Artbound managed to get me smack bam in the middle of it, which I will always be grateful of. This experience has landed me in Venice at the moment, to participate with the duo in the Venice Biennale as their collaborator. As a person that assumed to be their intern, it was an amazing opportunity for me to collaborate as an artist to artist. I thank them very much and also Artbound for introducing me to these amazing people. Totally recommend to any student or person out there, wanting to not only further their career but gain a lifetime experience.

It was the most incredible experience, it allowed me to grow so much stronger as a designer and as a creative. It gives you all the support that you need while exposing you to a new culture and one of the best advertising agencies. Artbound does a great job at mentoring you before, during and after the internship. They introduce you to career changing experiences specifically in the field that you want to pursue. I was able to work directly with the creative director and have first hand experience on the entire design process from research to designs. Outside of work you are able to experience an incredible culture and city, with everything from exhibits, hiking, nightlife and amazing food. It is a great program that I would highly recommend any creative to pursue!

I had a great time interning in Berlin. I'm greatful to the Artbound team for helping me gain experience in the Berlin film Industry. I got to work on the set of a feature film where I met some incredible people. I worked in the office most of the time and got to analyse film scripts which I enjoyed the most.

I stayed in an amazing apartment building with students from all around the world. I chose to stay in a studio apartment but there are options for shared living if that works better for you.

The public transport is easy to use and I was able to travel between home and work pretty easily.

I had weekends off which allowed me to travel around Germany and learn more about the country's history.

I would recommend interning in Berlin. The experience is invaluable and one I will never forget.

Artbound Initiative helped me prepare for, and secure, an internship at Chimney Group in New York City. The preparation process was flawless. I got industry related advice to help update my resume and demo reel to a professional level. They tailored the internship to align with my career aspirations and placed me in a working environment where I was able to work on projects with other artists.

I gained invaluable experience while working on a feature film and various commercials and made great industry connections. I was able to grow as an artists, and after completing my internship, I feel confident and job-ready.

The ArtBound program has been an incredible experience and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to break into the global creative industry.

I loved interning at Pace Gallery in Hong Kong. I learned so much about the arts industry and established a great network. I was so lucky to intern at such a prestigious art gallery and work with the incredible team at Pace Gallery Hong Kong.

Living in Hong Kong was so busy and so much fun, I can't wait to go back! I met some great friends and explored the city. I got to be involved in so many different parts of the gallery operations and learn about all the different aspects of the gallery. ABI was super helpful in giving me the confidence to leap in get the most out of my internship. I also loved getting to know the ABI community and connecting with incredible creatives around the world. I'm so glad I jumped in and participated in the program.