Community routes masterclasses
Community Routes plays a vital role in Birmingham, nurturing local creatives and strengthening the city’s creative industries. 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.
All Masterclasses will be based in Punch HQ, Zellig, Digbeth, B9 4AT and will run from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.
Wednesday 7th October
The Art of Communication (Pitching Ideas)
Led by Monique Fearon
Entrepreneur, Founder of the Creative Industry Awards
Gain the skills and confidence to make your voice heard. In this interactive masterclass, you will learn how to craft compelling pitches, define your unique personal brand, and captivate any audience. Transform your creative ideas into clear, persuasive presentations that showcase your value and leave a lasting impression.
Wednesday 14th October
Future Confidence Masterclass: (Networking & Building clients & audience)
Led by Char Bailey
Director of People @ Birmingham Pride
This masterclass delivers a clear framework to build authentic professional confidence, 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
Self Branding / Content Creation
Led by
Occupation
This masterclass gives you the 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 consistent content ideas, showcase your creative authority, and convert online attention into high-value professional opportunities.
Wednesday 28th October
Hello Six Funding Insight
Led by
Occupation
This cross-discipline masterclass provides a tactical guide to mapping funding streams, locating high-value freelance opportunities, and building 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, well-paid work across all creative sectors.
Wednesday 18th October
Build a Start-up
Led by
Occupation
Learn the fundamentals of turning an idea into a a creative start-up. Cohort will explore the opportunity to develop their concept, understanding target audience, building a brand, identifying opportunities and taking practical steps towards launching and growing an idea.
Wednesday 4th October
What is Freelancing
Led by
Occupation
You will 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 October
Creative Writing
Led by
Occupation
This hands-on masterclass offers a dynamic space to 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.