CREATIVE PATHWAYS
Venice Arts offers both college and creative career pathway programs that support youth in preparation for college applications, acceptance, and career success. Many of our students are the first in their family to attend college and we offer a unique and enriched environment to support their advancement.
College Day
Each fall Venice Arts hosts a one-day workshop where students develop an individualized action plan; meet with college representatives; identify the type of college that might be best for them; learn about and receive support for FAFSA, financial aid, essay writing, scholarships, and more!
College Day 2026
More opportunities FOR STUDENTS
Venice Arts has ongoing partnerships to offer students expanded learning opportunities with:
CSSSA
Otis Summer of Art
Idyllwild Arts
Snap Lens Lab at Otis
Grand Canyon Youth
We also work 1:1 with students to submit their artworks to award completions and film festivals including:
Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
YoungArts
Film Independent Future Filmmakers
Real to Reel
“Venice Arts gave me the confidence, skills, and tools to pursue a creative career...allowing me to learn from people in creative industries and to see that it was possible to be successful. ”
Creative Career Pathways
Teens in our Advanced Studies programs also receive priority for the Center for Creative Workforce Equity.
Activities include:
Creative Conversations with professionals working in a variety of roles including artistic, strategic, business, production, talent, and trades. Sign up here
Awards + Competitions Support for national, state, and local awards, competitions, and film festivals. Check-out past student success here.
Career-Directed Field trips Taken at least once per semester, includes field trips to artists’ studios, exhibitions, and creative sector companies.
