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5th June
10:00 to 15:00
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This Way Up: Networking + Signposting to the World
As you get ready to take your next big step, join us for an exciting Employability and Networking Event designed just for L6 and L7 students from Art, Design, SODA, and MFI. Whether you’re heading into the industry, freelancing, or launching something of your own — this is your moment to get equipped, get inspired, and make it happen.
THURS 5th JUNE | 10am til 3pm | Holden Gallery + Grosvenor East
Start your day at the Morning Employability Fair in the Holden Gallery — grab a free professional headshot, get instant feedback in a flash portfolio, CV, or digital presence review, and chat with creative professionals at our industry stands. Thinking about a postgraduate course or becoming freelance? Enjoy refreshments while you network, ask questions, and explore your next steps in a relaxed, supportive space.
In the afternoon, choose one session to focus on your future (spaces are limited and offered on a first come, first served basis):
- Lightning Talks & Roundtable Networking
- Hear from inspiring creatives across the arts as they share honest insights on freelancing, collaboration, knowing your worth, and protecting your work. Then, join them for relaxed roundtable conversations — your chance to ask questions, share ideas, and connect with professionals from agencies, production companies, start-ups, and more.
- Workshop: Launch Pad with Ben Worth, a top careers coach who’s worked with the BBC, Channel 4, Deloitte, and Burberry. Ben will help you cut through the noise and build a clear, confident plan for your career after university.
- Workshop: One Giant Leap with Alisha Kadri, the founder of a bold talent agency championing Northern creatives. Alisha brings real-world tools, energy, and insight to help you shape your freelance future with authenticity and purpose.
Morning Fair 10 – 12 Holden Gallery
Afternoon Workshops / Industry Lightning Talks & Networking 1-3 Grosvenor East
Arrive early to secure your spot
Win Prizes and enjoy refreshments!
Associated Badges:
In A Nutshell...
- Professional networking...build valuable connections with industry professionals and peers
- Confidence building...boost your confidence as you prepare to enter the professional world
- Self-Promotion...build your LinkedIn profile, learn how to be 'Effectively You'
- Resource Utilisation...discover various support resources and tools available to aid your career development
- Earn up to 50 Rise points ... which can be recognised within your degree.
Schedule
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10:00 to 12:00 on 05/06/25 - Holden Gallery
Morning Employability Fair - HOLDEN GALLERY Get your free headshot photo,take part in a flash portfolio review (bring your portfolio, digital presence or CV). Come and chat to experts on our stands. We will provide refreshments whilst you network and get support for your next steps. -
13:00 to 15:00 on 05/06/25 - Grosvenor East GF11
Industry Lightning Talks & Round-Table Networking - Grosvenor East GF11 Listen to industry speakers from within the creative industries. Ask questions in smaller, informal groups with our panel of speakers from agencies, galleries, start-ups & freelance backgrounds. -
13:00 to 15:00 on 05/06/25 - TBC On Campus
Workshop: Launch Pad with Ben Worth GE 3.09 Kick-start your career with Launch Pad — a dynamic, one-off workshop led by industry expert Ben Worth, designed to give you a clear, actionable plan for life after university, packed with insights from top global companies. -
13:00 to 15:00 on 05/06/25 - Grosvenor East GE 3.12
Workshop: One Giant Leap with Alisha Kadri GE 3.12 Take charge of your freelance future, explore practical tools and frameworks to grow your creative career on your own terms. Reflect on your creative practice, build your community, navigate the freelance world with confidence and authenticity.