20th Mar, 2024
Creative Practice & Networks
I was invited back by the University of Portsmouth’s Business School to give this online lecture on Creative Practice & Networks as part of their Creative Management Skills Bootcamp — a 2-week intensive programme focusing on skills needed in the creative workforce (such as, self-awareness, innovation, relationship-building, responsibility & digital skills); with one-on-one support, work shadowing & networking opportunities, methods to overcome imposter syndrome & Q&A.
Creative Communities
Recommended online networks & in-person communities to connect with other creatives, find collaborators, showcase work & seek opportunities.
Online Creative Networks
In-Person Creative Communities
Creative Management Methods
Creative Values Worksheets
Exploring Foundational, Structural, Surface & Imaginary values to help students outline their unshakable principles, personal motivations, things that improve their lives & obstacles in their way.
Network Mapping
Visualising Networks to Identify Connections & Creative Opportunities.
Student Experiences
Hear from participants Vivi Makatos & Alice Le Page about their experience of the Bootcamp.
Reading List👇
A huge thanks to Claire Sambrook, Dr Zoe Dann & Dr Georgiana Busoi (for inviting me along), University of Portsmouth, Portsmouth Creates, Solent Partners & Solent LEP (for creating the bootcamp & holding the space) & the incredible Creative Management Skills Bootcamp students (for their enthusiastic involvement). 🎨