What happens after I submit my fluxwork?
We’ll be in touch by email after the deadline (April 6) to let all entrants know about our timeline and next steps.

When will you announce the Circuit 07 finalists?
Finalist producers will be notified around April 13, then announced publicly in mid April.

When will you announce the Circuit Selects?
Circuit Select producers will be notified in early May, then announced publicly in late May. These fluxworks will be shared widely after we premiere them at the Tribeca Audio program, in June.

How strict is this 3-minute prompt?
We encourage you to embrace the challenge of landing right at 3:00, but we can be a little bit (dare we say) fluxible. That said, we recommend not pushing it shorter than 2:55 or longer than 3:05.

What am I supposed to do with the sounds from Cyrus’s studio?
You must incorporate at least one sound from Cyrus’s studio in your fluxwork — you can also use more! (Up to all five provided) You‘re can include them as they’re offered, or alter them in any way (remix, process, invert, layer), as long as we can hear them in the piece.

How did you end up partnering with Cyrus Kabiru?
Our organizational partner, Radio Workshop, introduced us. The minute we saw images of Cyrus’s powerful, imaginative, provocative artwork, we knew that a collaboration would be inspiring for all.

What does it mean to have Radio Workshop as an “organizational partner”?
This is the first time we’ve run a circuit with an organizational partner! With this partnership, our goal is to support Radio Workshop’s impactful work across Africa in the narrative audio space, and to learn more from the fine folks at RW about audio and podcasting culture on the continent. We’d love to hear more from producers outside of North America, and will be working with RW to support submissions from Africa and the global South. And, of course, RW introduced us to Cyrus, and have helped us connect with him at his studio and design the circuit parameters. Shout out to Mike, Naomi, Mo and Mel and their mighty RW team :)

What prompted the decision to work with climate stories for Circuit 07?
Alongside championing audio as an art form and experimental playground, we want to tackle the big topics, too. Climate change is one of the most, if not the most, pressing issues of our time. And here we have the opportunity to bring the Audio Flux mindset and invite people to tell different kinds of climate stories than what we hear day in and out, from sources all over the world. To this end we’re looking for climate stories that mean something personally to everyone who participates in Circuit 07. We want to hear new stories never before told, and familiar stories told in new ways. We’re looking for narratives that will strike deep chords for listeners, and linger in ears long after they are heard. And we hope to inspire stories that will inspire listeners to activate around the climate crisis, however they can.

Additionally, our organizational partner Radio Workshop is already doing great work in the climate narrative space, and this was a natural way to build on their efforts and our collaboration.

I’ve submitted to previous circuits. Is it ok to submit again?
100% yes! You are welcome to submit to any and every circuit, even if your fluxwork is selected as a finalist or Circuit Select.

Can I work with a partner or team on my fluxwork?
Absolutely, you’re welcome to partner up. However, should your fluxwork be chosen as a Circuit Select, you’ll only receive 1x the honorarium of $750.

Can I submit a non-English fluxwork?
Yes! If you do, we’ll ask that you also send us a subtitled video and English transcript. 

Can I submit a fluxwork from outside the US?
Yes yes yes! We hope to hear fluxworks from all over the world.

Do I have to commit to being present for the live premiere?
No, if your fluxwork is chosen as a Circuit Select you will not be obligated to attend the premiere of Circuit 07 at the Tribeca Audio program, June 9-14 in Brooklyn, NY. But we hope you can make it, and if possible will offer a small travel stipend to help you get there.

Can I adapt a previously-produced story for Audio Flux?
Not if this previously-produced story has been published anywhere. Your fluxwork should by and large be an original piece, crafted in response to the Circuit prompts. (With all due respect, this is pretty much the point of Audio Flux.)

Will Audio Flux offer any editorial support?
Given the expected volume of submissions, we’re not able to offer editorial support. But we always encourage people to share their work with colleagues or peers for feedback, before submitting.

How are you deciding on your Circuit Selects?
The Audio Flux team will listen to every submission and decide on a list of finalists, which will then be shared with a small selection committee, which will pick Circuit Selects based on originality, story choice, use of prompts, use of sound, and overall impression. The Circuit 07 selection committee will include the AF team (Julie, John, Amy and Lusen, ) folks from Radio Workshop, Cyrus, and fluxmakers from Circuit 05.

Can I post my fluxwork on my website or another podcast?
If your submission is chosen as a Circuit Select it will be shared widely and featured on this website and in the Audio Flux Podcast. You’re also welcome to share your fluxwork elsewhere – we just ask that you keep us informed about other public opportunities, and credit Audio Flux in those instances, à la "This piece was originally produced for Audio Flux."

Do I have to pay or sign anything to submit a fluxwork?
No, it’s absolutely free to submit your work! We do ask that you read and acknowledge having read our official rules, along with your submission, which include terms relevant to if/when your fluxwork is chosen as a Circuit Select, and which give Audio Flux permission to feature your fluxwork on our website, at AF events and related opportunities, and in our podcast. Please note that we have done our best to tailor our agreement to be creator-friendly!

Will I own my fluxwork after submitting it?
Yes, you retain ownership of your fluxwork whether or not it’s chosen as a Circuit Select. Terms outlining permission and usage can be found in our Circuit 07 official rules.

Can I develop a longer piece, series or show from my fluxwork?
Yes! We hope that your fluxwork inspires you toward more production. If it’s chosen as a Circuit Select,  we’ll ask you to agree to some parameters around timing and crediting, and will loudly cheer you on from the sidelines.