ArtBound Initiative Reviews

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.

Artbound has given me such an amazing internship as a graphic designer at Paperwhite Sutdio, a design agency based in Brooklyn, New York. They showed their dedication in making sure I have the best suited internship for my own career goals. With this internship I have been able to utilise my strongest skills and learn new ones in the graphic design industry that I wouldn't have been able to get anywhere else. I believe this has given me an advantage in the disign industry in reaching my own career goals. I have also have been able to make such a strong network with other inerns, alumni and professionals within the design industry who have made such a strong impact in my life.

Overall, I wouldn't have been able to do have such a valuable internship without Artbound Iniative. They were able to help me throughout the entire process and gave so much advice and insight into the creative industry that I will utilise throughout my entire career.

Working in New York has been a dream and ArtBound Initiative made it come true! I'm interning in a boutique creative agency in Manhattan that works for luxury brands. My main task is to deliver digital campaigns by creating social media posts, motion graphics work and assist with other visual communication needs. ABI assisted me in finding housing, making professional connections and life-long friendships. There is also monthly event where we can connect with the alumni and visit art gallery together. This internship experience not only help me with my professional growth, but also exposed me to different culture and social aspects. This experience help me in growing myself personally and professionally. I would recommend ABI for fresh graduates or students that would like to expose themselves to the world as this will be a life-changing experience.

The connections that ABI provided me on a personal and professional level have been invaluable. I don’t know how I would have begun to navigate moving to a new city without the support of the ABI program. Through the community of alumni and current interns, I have made incredible, genuine friendships with like-minded people.

ABI connected me with an internship opportunity that I would have not been able to find on my own. In my time as an intern for SCOPE, I have grown as a designer and an individual. I now feel equipped and confident as a professional creative in a global context, and am excited to carry the skills I have learned through my internship with me into an exciting career.

The Artbound team were friendly and helpful and want the best outcome for every individual in the program. It is a very personalised experience which I am so grateful I took part in.

ABI came along at a time when I was having great difficulty moving ahead in my early career within the arts in Australia. Offering the opportunity to gain international experience through a tailored internship, I was paired with an independent art house with an artist residency program in Berlin. This has been an invaluable experience, allowing me to utilize my skills as well as take initiative and explore varied responsibilites as a valued member of the team at my placement art house. ABI listened to my professional goals and interests and made sure to communicate with me through the entire internship process. The ABI program renewed my motivation and determination to forge a more defined arts career, and the support through the process of pre-departure (visa, travel arrangements, required documents) was excellent. As a result of my internship in Berlin, coordinated and supported by ABI, I am now pursuing a Freelance Arts Manager career in Berlin longer-term. I would recommend ABI for anyone who is seeking a more dynamic professional internship experience, and who is ready to apply themselves to make the most of the invaluable creative networks ABI provides.

With ArtBound's assistance, I was lucky enough to intern at Printed Matter, Inc. in New York, a non-profit dedicated to the understanding and appreciation of artists’ books, independent publishing and more. Definitely worthwhile if the program is financially feasible for you. From start to finish, ArtBound was focussed on making sure I got the most out of this experience. They provided expert advice throughout the entire visa process, honest and productive portfolio feedback, and a solid community to access during my internship. ArtBound acts as a great source of knowledge and support, but it's important to be independent and make the experience your own. Limited healthcare options (mostly because of US insurance policy) so if you're interning in New York, make sure you understand what your insurance does and does not provide and for how long.