Upcoming Events
Pitch Without the Ick
11th May, 6.00pm - 7.30pm, Online
A free webinar for artists, freelancers and creatives, presented by Adobe
PITCH WITHOUT THE ICK is a live workshop that takes you through the full journey: from getting clear on who you are and what you offer, to crafting a confident pitch, to building the actual visual assets that communicate your value across every touchpoint.
By the end of the session, you'll have real assets ready to use — and a clearer sense of how to talk about your work with confidence.
Hosted live on Zoom. Sponsored by Adobe Express. Recorded for limited-time replay.
Get that Funding: Arts Council
12th May, 6.00pm - 7.30pm, Online
Everything you need to know about Arts Council funding, and how to get it.
Arts Council England is going through one of its biggest periods of change in years. New system, new strategy, a new application process for DYCP.
If you've been putting off applying, or had a knock-back and aren't sure why, this is the workshop for you. Bid writer and arts funding consultant Lara Monro is hosting a practical, no-jargon session covering everything you need to know to give your application the best possible chance.
What we'll cover:
Who can apply, which disciplines ACE supports, eligibility rules, and what's changed
ACE's new Strategic Framework and what it means for your application right now
What types of projects and activities they fund (and some important nuances)
The Do's and Don'ts of writing a strong application, straight from experience reviewing hundreds of them
How to access free support with your application if you identify as neurodivergent or have any invisible or visible disability
Lara Monro is a freelance bid writer, access support worker, and journalist with over ten years of experience working across the arts and cultural sectors. She founded Working With, a consulting platform offering bid writing, access support assistance, and creative mentoring, and over the last three years has supported more than 300 creative practitioners and arts organisations, raising over £500,000 in successful grant applications
Please note: The ticket gives you access to a recording of this workshop for seven days.
Process London x ILN
27th May, 6.30pm - 9.30pm, London
In-person events made to share the processes used by freelancers, founders and teams.
Design is loaded with unrealistic expectations, and with so much emphasise on output we are building communities that embrace the process of creativity.
Our speakers will focus on their approach to professional life including career journeys and client projects helping you pick up insightful takeaways for future wins!
1-1 Coaching
Various Dates, Online
A focused 1:1 session to get you unstuck, make decisions and leave with a clear, realistic action plan you can actually follow.
In 60 minutes, we cut through the noise so you walk away with:
A simple roadmap with concrete next steps
Actionable strategies you can start on this week
The confidence to move forward instead of overthinking
For Early-Career Creatives
In this session, we can:
Map your next 3–6 months so you know exactly what to focus on
Refine your CV/portfolio and positioning so your experience makes sense on paper
Build a networking and job search plan that doesn’t feel gross or overwhelming
You’ll leave with a step‑by‑step plan, tailored to you, so you can stop doubting your worth and start taking confident action.
For Career Changers and Mid-Career Creatives
You’ve already built a career, but something needs to shift: a new role, a new sector, or a clearer direction.
In this session, we can:
Clarify what you actually want next (and what to leave behind)
Identify roles, companies and pathways that match your skills and values
Design a targeted job search + networking strategy to reach the right people
For Entrepreneurs and Freelancers
You have ideas, clients or a business already – but you’re spinning your wheels on what to prioritise next.
In this session, we can:
Turn your ideas into a practical business roadmap with clear priorities
Refine your offers, pricing and messaging so people get what you do
Plan how to find clients through networking, collaborations and visibility
You’ll leave with a doable strategy for the next stage of your business and the confidence actually to implement it.