Now that you have all completed the Residency, we want to provide more space, support, and opportunity for you to bring your ideas to life and take meaningful steps towards your chosen careers.
We have created masterclasses based on your collective feedback, shaping it to all of your needs, with industry experts leading each masterclass, you will gain invaluable insight and impactful tips and tricks to help you elevate your creative pathways towards success within your creative industry.
Community routes masterclasses
Wednesday 7th October
The Art of Communication & Pitching
Pitching your ideas with clarity and confidence
Led by Monique Fearon
Entrepreneur, Founder of the Creative Industry Awards
Gain the skills and confidence to communicate your ideas clearly and persuasively.
This masterclass will explore how to structure a strong pitch, communicate your value, engage an audience and present creative ideas with confidence.
New Date - Wednesday 2nd December
Finding Clients & Growing Your Audience
Building connections, finding new networks & developing audiences.
Led by Char Bailey
Director of People, Birmingham Pride
Define a magnetic personal brand, and pitch your work persuasively.
You will learn how to navigate networking with intent, cultivate high-value professional relationships, and structure pitches that convert interest into long-term client contracts.
Wednesday 21st October
Building Your Personal Brand & Creating Content
Defining your creative identity, brand and content
Led by Mazzy Snape
Founder of The Night Owl and PR Specialist
Build a practical playbook to craft a standout personal brand, master digital storytelling, and turn your social media presence into a client magnet.
Learn how to generate campaign ideas, showcase your work, and convert online attention into professional opportunities.
Postponed - New Date TBC
Funding your Creativity
Exploring funding opportunities through Insight Maps
Led by Namywa
CEO & Founder of HELLO SIX and Girl Grind UK
Discover how to map funding streams, locate high-value freelance opportunities, and build long-term employability.
You will learn how to navigate funding landscapes using actionable Insight Maps, build a proactive opportunity pipeline, and position your skills for steady, paid work.
Wednesday 4th November
Demystifying Freelancing
Setting your rates, managing budgets and getting paid
Learn the practical tools to price your work with confidence, manage cash flow, and navigate tricky client conversations without undercharging.
You will learn how to articulate the true value of your work, structure profitable budgets, and master the art of negotiation so you get paid fairly for every project.
Wednesday 11th November
The Power of Storytelling & Creative Writing
Bringing your ideas to life through creative writing
Experiment with diverse writing styles, refine your technique, and turn raw concepts into finished, impactful creative work.
Learn how to unlock your distinct narrative voice, overcome creative blocks, and express your perspective with clarity, nuance, and confidence.
Wednesday 18th November
From Idea to Business
Exploring practical steps to running your own creative business
Unpack the fundamentals of turning an idea into a a creative start-up.
Develop your concept, understand your target audience, build a brand, identify opportunities and take practical steps towards launching an idea or business.
Wednesday 25th November
Behind the Scenes with Birmingham Hippodrome
Exploring the people and roles behind local productions
Led by James Ashfield & Deirdre O'Halloran from Birmingham Hippodrome
Takes place at Birmingham Hippodrome
Tour the Birmingham Hippodrome, discover the range of careers on and off stage, and learn how to take your first steps into the industry.