UK Creative Festival
Thursday 21st November 2024
As the Creative Circle Awards marks an incredible 80th anniversary and the UK Creative Festival prepares to celebrate its 5th year we are excited to share with you our latest in a series of impactful initiatives designed to nurture, connect, and support the creative community throughout their careers.
Our journey as an awards body, charity, festival and careers fair has always been about more than just recognition. 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 at the formative career stages of education to those taking their first steps into the industry, all the way through to the seasoned professionals shaping the future of creativity. All of this with a deliberate and intentional push towards opening doors to underrepresented communities who would not usually have had access to the opportunities available.
Here’s what we have in store...
Introducing Golden Nuggets: Creative Insights for a Dynamic Industry
Golden Nuggets is our 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. Whether you’re navigating the complexities of branding, experimenting with new digital tools, or seeking to push the boundaries of your craft, Golden Nuggets will serve as your go-to resource for bold, boundary-pushing content.
Every article is written by a creative, for creatives. Each piece is designed to spark conversation, challenge conventional thinking, and offer actionable insights into the ever-changing creative landscape. We’ve partnered with past speakers from the UK Creative Festival, winners of the Creative Circle Awards, and thought leaders across industries to bring you the content you need to stay inspired and ahead of the curve.
This platform is just the beginning. It represents a commitment to keep the creative community connected year-round—not just during the festival and award season—by offering consistent opportunities for learning, networking, and growth.
A Future Shaped by Creativity As we step into this exciting new chapter, we are driven by a desire to nurture daring and creative excellence at every level of the industry. From young creatives joining their first work placements to the established professionals who inspire them, Golden Nuggets will serve as a dynamic space where creativity is cultivated, celebrated, and shared.
We invite you to explore Golden Nuggets, contribute to the conversation, and stay connected with us as we continue to create new ways to support the vibrant creative community.
Building Pathways for the Next Generation
The importance of mentoring and fostering the next generation of creative talent has never been more pressing. That’s why, alongside Golden Nuggets, we are relaunching an exciting new development to our Creative Future Foundations Mentorship Programme, which has already opened doors for countless young creatives. It’s important evolution now includes local work placements. This new addition ensures that young people will not only be mentored by leading professionals driving the creative sector in the UK but will also gain hands-on experience within the creative industries locally, giving them a strong foundation as they embark on their career journeys.
Creative Town Halls: A Space to Learn and Share
In the coming months, we will also be unveiling a series of Creative Town Halls—in-person nationwide events created by creatives, for creatives addressing creative matters. These gatherings will delve into practical matters like the art of the sell, building a personal creative brand, agism, and the behind-the-scenes stories of how award-winning ideas turn into a reality. The Town Halls will offer a rare opportunity for the community to connect, learn, and grow together in an environment where candidness and creativity flourish.
UK Creative Festival
Thursday 21st November 2024
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