Royal Docks: POV Diaries w/ Raju Ahmed
Raju highlights the importance of mentoring and the value of accessible, debt-free opportunities when navigating your career
21 July 2023
Learning the Ropes mentoring session - March 23 edition
Former BBC Radio 1Xtra radio presenter, YouTube sensation, and TV personality, Reece Parkinson, joins our Learning the Ropes mentees as a special guest
Hear from the Hirers/ at The Podcast Show
A New Direction's third panel in its annually programmed talks series gathered some of the biggest names in audio production interrupting the scene & hiring new talent
Creatives in the Industry: Q&A w/ Sara Berkai
Sara is on a mission to encourage kids to build. Read up on how she launched her social enterprise ‘Ambessa Play’ on Kickstarter
DYCP Funding success stories: POV Diaries w/ Rebekah Williams
Interested in securing funding for your creative project? Rebekah shares her experience applying for and securing the DYCP fund with tips on how to prep your application
21 July 2023, Bekah Williams
Learning the Ropes: Meeting the Mentors
As the cohort is paired with their mentors, course participant Shania highlights the importance of mentoring and networking for underrepresented creatives
Creativity Works: Audio Production Week #1 round-up
From icebreakers to inspiring creative workshops, follow along with the first week of Audio Production
Learning the Ropes Week #1 round-up
Course participant Sara takes us through the exciting kick-off to the Thames and Tuskar TV Production Bootcamp
LGBTQI+ History Month: 10 creative events you won’t want to miss
Check out our round-up of free or cheap events that shine a spotlight on LGBTQI people's hard work and contributions to film and cinema ‘Behind the Lens’
21 July 2023, Abena Antwiwaa
Creatives in the Industry: Q&A w/ Rechmail Miller
From athlete to creative: Rechmail Miller takes us through the importance of DIY learning and combining the different parts of your character to create authentic content
Creatives in the Industry: Q&A w/ Parwinder from STEP
STEP trainee Parwinder shares her experience working at Sadler’s Wells and emphasises the importance of making time for creative hobbies
20 July 2023
Creatives in the Industry: Q&A w/ Juliana
Producer of ‘No Shame In My Name’ podcast Juliana shares lessons on facing fear, bouncing back from rejection and creating community
The Future Academy: POV Diaries w/ Lourice
Lourice dives into her journey; from first picking up a camera during her Creativity Works course, to living her fashion photography dream with The Face X Moncler
Creatives in the Industry: Q&A w/ Mohammed Z. Rahman
Visual artist, writer and zinemaker Mohammed reveals his favourite projects of 2022 and the intricacies of representation in the creative industry
Creatives in the Industry: Q&A w/ Sandro from Bake Off
Local community champion and Great British Bake-off finalist Sandro sits down for an exclusive interview
Creativity Works: Content Production Final Week & Showcase Round-up
Content Production 2022 finale! Abiola breaks down what the group got up to in their last week on the acclaimed course
The Future Academy: POV Diaries – Quinn
Quinn recounts his time on Creativity Works and reveals how The Future Academy helped shape his creative career trajectory
Fun festive events for creatives this December 22'
Get in the festive spirit this holiday season with our special round-up of free events with a creative twist
20 July 2023, Abena Antwiwaa
Creatives in the Industry: Q&A w/ Chioma from Flipside
Chioma takes us through her product design journey w/ top tips for any emerging designer
Creativity Works: Content Production Weeks #3 & #4 round-up
Course participants Alex and Greta give us the rundown of how Weeks 3 & 4 of Content Production unfolded
