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UK CREATIVE FESTIVAL
& CAREERS FAIR

Dreamland, Margate
9 – 10 July 2025

A TWO DAY FESTIVAL OF INDUSTRY SPEAKERS, NETWORKING, INNOVATIVE BRANDS, WORKSHOPS, MASTERCLASSES, FOOD, DRINK, MUSIC, INDUSTRY PARTIES PLUS OUR FREE TO ATTEND CAREERS FAIR, FIND OUT MORE NOW

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Introducing Golden Nuggets: Creative Insights for a Dynamic Industry

UK Creative

Nov 213 min read

Introducing Golden Nuggets: Creative Insights for a Dynamic Industry

The Creative Circle “No” Manifesto

UK Creative

Nov 143 min read

The Creative Circle “No” Manifesto

God Save the King: how an obsession with making things that are easy to measure is killing advertising. (And what to do about it.)

UK Creative

Nov 711 min read

God Save the King: how an obsession with making things that are easy to measure is killing advertising. (And what to do about it.)

Brought to you by the UK Creative Festival - Each article written by creatives, for creatives.

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When Art meets AI: friend or foe?

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What's The Point of Purpose?

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Confidence is good business - 'It’s Ok, I’m with The AA’

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Creative marriages that stick – when Russell met Damian

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A tech craft panel discussion on the making of Channel 4’s idents with Time Based Arts.

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Where have all The 'Femverts' gone?

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In conversation with Priya Ahluwalia

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The State of the Nation: The importance of culture in building a more equitable creative sector

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Redefining public spaces: Interactive storytelling for Outdoors

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This week’s Golden Nugget comes from Elliott Starr, Creative Director at Impero – “God Save the King: how an obsession with making things that are easy to measure is killing advertising. (And what to do about it.)”

Written by creatives for creatives, Golden Nuggets is your online hub for thought leadership, industry news and bold ideas. From articles and interviews to insights from top creatives, this platform is a treasure trove for those looking to push boundaries, challenge norms and spark conversations.

Check out Elliot’s Golden Nugget now at our website - link in bio.

#ukcreativefestival #goldennuggets #creativeindustry #creativehub

This week’s Golden Nugget comes from Elliott Starr, Creative Director at Impero – “God Save the King: how an obsession with making things that are easy to measure is killing advertising. (And what to do about it.)”

Written by creatives for creatives, Golden Nuggets is your online hub for thought leadership, industry news and bold ideas. From articles and interviews to insights from top creatives, this platform is a treasure trove for those looking to push boundaries, challenge norms and spark conversations.

Check out Elliot’s Golden Nugget now at our website - link in bio.

#ukcreativefestival #goldennuggets #creativeindustry #creativehub

Introducing GOLDEN NUGGETS: Creative Insights for a Dynamic Industry
Golden Nuggets is your online hub for thought leadership, industry news and bold ideas. From articles and interviews to insights from top creatives, this platform is a treasure trove for those looking to push boundaries, challenge norms and spark conversations.

Written by creatives, for creatives, Golden Nuggets showcases voices from the UK Creative Festival, @creativecircleawards and beyond – offering actionable advice, fresh perspectives and inspiration for all.

We are honoured to launch with a contribution from the outgoing Creative Circle President, @gabrielaforeveryone

This is just the beginning. Golden Nuggets reflects our commitment to fostering year-round growth and connection across the creative community.

Explore Golden Nuggets today at our website - link in bio - and join us in shaping the future of creativity.

#ukcreativefestival #goldennuggets #creativeindustry
Illustration by @will.stapleton.music

Introducing GOLDEN NUGGETS: Creative Insights for a Dynamic Industry
Golden Nuggets is your online hub for thought leadership, industry news and bold ideas. From articles and interviews to insights from top creatives, this platform is a treasure trove for those looking to push boundaries, challenge norms and spark conversations.

Written by creatives, for creatives, Golden Nuggets showcases voices from the UK Creative Festival, @creativecircleawards and beyond – offering actionable advice, fresh perspectives and inspiration for all.

We are honoured to launch with a contribution from the outgoing Creative Circle President, @gabrielaforeveryone

This is just the beginning. Golden Nuggets reflects our commitment to fostering year-round growth and connection across the creative community.

Explore Golden Nuggets today at our website - link in bio - and join us in shaping the future of creativity.

#ukcreativefestival #goldennuggets #creativeindustry
Illustration by @will.stapleton.music

We’ve got BIG news to share . . .

At the UK Creative Festival, we believe in creating meaningful and impactful touchpoints for the creative industry at every stage of the career lifecycle; from those early introductions to the industry, all the way to seasoned professionals shaping the future of creativity. All of this with the deliberate and intentional push towards opening doors to underrepresented communities. With all of that in mind we have been working on some exciting new plans for the creative industries.

So, what have we got in store . . .

⭐️ Shortly we will be launching our GOLDEN NUGGETS. A new online hub for creative thought leadership, news and insights, this space will feature articles, interviews and reflections from some of the most influential voices in the industry – offering a treasure trove of ideas, advice and inspiration for creatives at all levels.

💛 We are relaunching our CREATIVE FUTURE FOUNDATIONS MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME, with some exciting new developments.

💛 We’ll be opening the doors to submit your talks and panels for the Uk Creative Festival in early Jan 2025 and we’ll be sharing more details on how to submit your entries soon.

To find out more about these exciting initiatives, please sign up to our NEWSLETTER today by clicking on the GET UPDATES button on our website - link in bio.

#ukcreativefestival #goldennuggets #creativementorshipprogramme #newsletter

We’ve got BIG news to share . . .

At the UK Creative Festival, we believe in creating meaningful and impactful touchpoints for the creative industry at every stage of the career lifecycle; from those early introductions to the industry, all the way to seasoned professionals shaping the future of creativity. All of this with the deliberate and intentional push towards opening doors to underrepresented communities. With all of that in mind we have been working on some exciting new plans for the creative industries.

So, what have we got in store . . .

⭐️ Shortly we will be launching our GOLDEN NUGGETS. A new online hub for creative thought leadership, news and insights, this space will feature articles, interviews and reflections from some of the most influential voices in the industry – offering a treasure trove of ideas, advice and inspiration for creatives at all levels.

💛 We are relaunching our CREATIVE FUTURE FOUNDATIONS MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME, with some exciting new developments.

💛 We’ll be opening the doors to submit your talks and panels for the Uk Creative Festival in early Jan 2025 and we’ll be sharing more details on how to submit your entries soon.

To find out more about these exciting initiatives, please sign up to our NEWSLETTER today by clicking on the GET UPDATES button on our website - link in bio.

#ukcreativefestival #goldennuggets #creativementorshipprogramme #newsletter

✨ @adobe Max just took over Miami on October 14th & 15th, and it was packed with creativity!

Want to catch up on all the new features and exciting talks? 🚀

Visit the link in our bio to relive the best moments and rewatch all the keynotes! Don’t miss a second of this epic ADOBE MAX experience! 🎥✨

#ADOBEMax #CreativityConference #ad @adobecreativecloud

✨ @adobe Max just took over Miami on October 14th & 15th, and it was packed with creativity!

Want to catch up on all the new features and exciting talks? 🚀

Visit the link in our bio to relive the best moments and rewatch all the keynotes! Don’t miss a second of this epic ADOBE MAX experience! 🎥✨

#ADOBEMax #CreativityConference #ad @adobecreativecloud

From insights on how to create an award winning ad campaign and how to unleash your creative genius, to interviews with industry legends and upcoming creative stars, the sessions at this year's UK Creative Festival had something for everyone, whether you are just starting your creative career or been working for years.

We are thrilled to be able to share all these amazing talks with you. Simply click in the bio below and enjoy the range of brilliantly crafted talks from brands and creatives.

#ukcreativefestival #creativeindustry #creativeinsights

From insights on how to create an award winning ad campaign and how to unleash your creative genius, to interviews with industry legends and upcoming creative stars, the sessions at this year's UK Creative Festival had something for everyone, whether you are just starting your creative career or been working for years.

We are thrilled to be able to share all these amazing talks with you. Simply click in the bio below and enjoy the range of brilliantly crafted talks from brands and creatives.

#ukcreativefestival #creativeindustry #creativeinsights

Get ready, creatives!✨

@adobe MAX is just under two weeks away — a perfect blend of creativity, innovation, and all the latest trends you won’t want to miss. 🚀💡

Don’t worry if you can’t be there in person, you can join the excitement online for free, no matter where you are! 🎉💻

Don’t miss a moment—register now 📝 and tune in October 14-15 📅to experience all the action firsthand! 🎥👀

Link in bio for the online agenda and registration

#ADOBEMax #CreativityConference #ad

Get ready, creatives!✨

@adobe MAX is just under two weeks away — a perfect blend of creativity, innovation, and all the latest trends you won’t want to miss. 🚀💡

Don’t worry if you can’t be there in person, you can join the excitement online for free, no matter where you are! 🎉💻

Don’t miss a moment—register now 📝 and tune in October 14-15 📅to experience all the action firsthand! 🎥👀

Link in bio for the online agenda and registration

#ADOBEMax #CreativityConference #ad

If you were talking to a young creative, what one piece of advice would you give them about working in the industry?

The UK Creative Festival is committed to helping create pathways into and opportunities within the creative industries, to ensure a more diverse and representative workforce. Our workshops and Q&A sessions, help the young creatives of tomorrow learn more about the business.

We're not interested in grades, we are interested in potential!

#ukcreativefestival #ukcreativefestival2024 #youngcreatives #creativeindustry #creativecareers

If you were talking to a young creative, what one piece of advice would you give them about working in the industry?

The UK Creative Festival is committed to helping create pathways into and opportunities within the creative industries, to ensure a more diverse and representative workforce. Our workshops and Q&A sessions, help the young creatives of tomorrow learn more about the business.

We're not interested in grades, we are interested in potential!

#ukcreativefestival #ukcreativefestival2024 #youngcreatives #creativeindustry #creativecareers

For those who didn't join us down in Margate this July, here's a little taster of all the incredible action from the UK Creative Festival 2024.

All the incredible talks and panel sessions are now available to watch on our website (link in bio) and on @youtube - so check them out and make sure you join us in 2025.

#ukcreativefestival2024 #UKCreativeFestival #creativeindustry #CreativeCareers #margate

For those who didn't join us down in Margate this July, here's a little taster of all the incredible action from the UK Creative Festival 2024.

All the incredible talks and panel sessions are now available to watch on our website (link in bio) and on @youtube - so check them out and make sure you join us in 2025.

#ukcreativefestival2024 #UKCreativeFestival #creativeindustry #CreativeCareers #margate

When Ukraine won Eurovision in 2022 with Sam Ryder as runner up, the United Kingdom were asked to host on behalf of the winning country.

Watch as Dan Shipton - Creative Director of Black Skull Creative and Executive Producer and Head of Show Lee Smithurst talk about how an initial small creative idea turned into the reality of the UK hosting the competition and how we should all be using our creativity to make positive change and influence the wider narrative in these dark, divisive political times. This is the story of positivity, creativity, music and collaboration.

Watch the full session and all the other amazing talks from this year's UK Creative Festival now on our website - link in bio.

#ukcreativefestival #ukcreativefestival2024 #eurovision

When Ukraine won Eurovision in 2022 with Sam Ryder as runner up, the United Kingdom were asked to host on behalf of the winning country.

Watch as Dan Shipton - Creative Director of Black Skull Creative and Executive Producer and Head of Show Lee Smithurst talk about how an initial small creative idea turned into the reality of the UK hosting the competition and how we should all be using our creativity to make positive change and influence the wider narrative in these dark, divisive political times. This is the story of positivity, creativity, music and collaboration.

Watch the full session and all the other amazing talks from this year's UK Creative Festival now on our website - link in bio.

#ukcreativefestival #ukcreativefestival2024 #eurovision

What do you do when Elon Musk tweets abusive stuff about your company?

It's all about timing in marketing and seizing opportunities like a pro, as explained by Joel Midgley from The Guardian.

Joel was joined by Mathieu Desbrandes from Reckitt, Ruth Boulter from McCann London and Paula Bloodworth of SILLYFACE to delve into the essence of purpose-driven marketing for our session: The Future is Caring: Crafting Campaigns with Purpose. The panel explored how companies can craft campaigns that not only resonate with their audiences but also contribute positively to society.

The full session is now available to watch on our website - link in bio.

#ukcreativefestival #ukcreativefestival2024 #purposefulmarketing #creatingcampaigns

What do you do when Elon Musk tweets abusive stuff about your company?

It's all about timing in marketing and seizing opportunities like a pro, as explained by Joel Midgley from The Guardian.

Joel was joined by Mathieu Desbrandes from Reckitt, Ruth Boulter from McCann London and Paula Bloodworth of SILLYFACE to delve into the essence of purpose-driven marketing for our session: The Future is Caring: Crafting Campaigns with Purpose. The panel explored how companies can craft campaigns that not only resonate with their audiences but also contribute positively to society.

The full session is now available to watch on our website - link in bio.

#ukcreativefestival #ukcreativefestival2024 #purposefulmarketing #creatingcampaigns

Want to know what it's like to work with Hollywood legend Robert De Niro? 🎬

This summer, Conrad Haddaway & Sherwin Teo from Mother, the dynamic team behind the Uber Eats ad featuring the iconic actor joined us to share insights into the their journey, creative process, and the unique challenges they faced in bringing this a star-studded project to life.

We are delighted to share the full talk with you all - simply click the link in our bio to check it out.

#ukcreativefestival #ukcreativefestival2024 #howtomakeadverts #ukcreatives #creativeindustry

Want to know what it's like to work with Hollywood legend Robert De Niro? 🎬

This summer, Conrad Haddaway & Sherwin Teo from Mother, the dynamic team behind the Uber Eats ad featuring the iconic actor joined us to share insights into the their journey, creative process, and the unique challenges they faced in bringing this a star-studded project to life.

We are delighted to share the full talk with you all - simply click the link in our bio to check it out.

#ukcreativefestival #ukcreativefestival2024 #howtomakeadverts #ukcreatives #creativeindustry

A dream duo for a fireside chat ⭐

The Or's Executive Creative Director Charlene Chandrasekaran sat down with visionary London-based designer and film director @priya.ahluwalia1 at the UK Creative Festival in July to discuss overcoming barriers in the creative industry.

They also chatted about Priya's creative inspirations, and her hopes for the future of fashion and film.

You can watch the full interview on our website - link in bio.

#UKCreativeFestival #UKCreativeFestival2024 #Ahluwalia

A dream duo for a fireside chat ⭐

The Or's Executive Creative Director Charlene Chandrasekaran sat down with visionary London-based designer and film director @priya.ahluwalia1 at the UK Creative Festival in July to discuss overcoming barriers in the creative industry.

They also chatted about Priya's creative inspirations, and her hopes for the future of fashion and film.

You can watch the full interview on our website - link in bio.

#UKCreativeFestival #UKCreativeFestival2024 #Ahluwalia

Turning Complexity into Comedy: How Specsavers Make Serious Topics Fun 🤓

In this dynamic panel discussion, we delve into the strategic and creative journey of Specsavers. Discover how Specsavers has revolutionized its approach to in-house marketing while sustaining a legacy of humour.

Watch Liz Baines, Head of Planning at Specsavers Creative talk to Jazz Gandhi, Co-Founder of Duet London about the power of creative thinking and purposeful branding in today's ever-evolving marketplace.

Find this talk and more from this year's UK Creative Festival on our website - link in bio.

#ukcreativefestival #ukcreativefestival2024 #specsavers #advertising #funnyads

Turning Complexity into Comedy: How Specsavers Make Serious Topics Fun 🤓

In this dynamic panel discussion, we delve into the strategic and creative journey of Specsavers. Discover how Specsavers has revolutionized its approach to in-house marketing while sustaining a legacy of humour.

Watch Liz Baines, Head of Planning at Specsavers Creative talk to Jazz Gandhi, Co-Founder of Duet London about the power of creative thinking and purposeful branding in today's ever-evolving marketplace.

Find this talk and more from this year's UK Creative Festival on our website - link in bio.

#ukcreativefestival #ukcreativefestival2024 #specsavers #advertising #funnyads

One of the most anticipated talks from this year's UK Creative Festival, The State of the Nation was an intergenerational discussion on culture, diversity and what the future holds for the creative industry.

Advertising luminaries Rory Sutherland, Vice Chariman at Ogivly, Laura Jordan Bambach, Founder and CCO Unchartered and Charlene Chandrasekaran, ECD of The Or, came together in conversation with Digital Marketeer & Co-Host of Purpose Led Podcast Jonathan Reid, Co-Founder of Young Creators UK, Christoff Taylor and Co Head of Production at YCUK, Nhu Huynh.

This is just one of the many insightful sessions from this year's UK Creative Festival available to watch now on our website - link in bio.

Enjoy!

#ukcreativefestival #ukcreativefestival2024 #ukcreativeindustry #futureofthecreativeindustry

One of the most anticipated talks from this year's UK Creative Festival, The State of the Nation was an intergenerational discussion on culture, diversity and what the future holds for the creative industry.

Advertising luminaries Rory Sutherland, Vice Chariman at Ogivly, Laura Jordan Bambach, Founder and CCO Unchartered and Charlene Chandrasekaran, ECD of The Or, came together in conversation with Digital Marketeer & Co-Host of Purpose Led Podcast Jonathan Reid, Co-Founder of Young Creators UK, Christoff Taylor and Co Head of Production at YCUK, Nhu Huynh.

This is just one of the many insightful sessions from this year's UK Creative Festival available to watch now on our website - link in bio.

Enjoy!

#ukcreativefestival #ukcreativefestival2024 #ukcreativeindustry #futureofthecreativeindustry