YOUNG CORE CREATIVES
Targeted at young people aged 18-25, Young Core Creatives is a free, transformative programme, which intends to bridge the gap for emerging professionals to embed themselves into the creative industry.
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The programme begins with a launch event on 1st March, with an introduction to The Core Creatives space. This will be an action packed day with networking activities, key workshops and training, and an opportunity to be matched with one of our programme mentors.
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We are working with 5 creative professionals, specialising in a variety of different fields, who will be matched with our young core creatives in the mentorship phase of the programme. Each young person will have 3 mentoring sessions with their assigned mentor, who will support them to integrate into not only the Core Creatives network, but the creative industry as a whole, navigating topics like finding work, logistics of being a freelancer, signposting to opportunities, and overcoming challenges unique to your creative journey.​
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2 additional workshops will also be developed based on the cohort of young people on the programme. For example this might include (but is not limited to) podcasting, personal branding, exploring emerging technologies such as AI, VR & AR etc.
Mentors
Apply To Join
If you have previously taken part in our Gen22 programme, and are aged 18-25, you will automatically be accepted onto the Young Core Creatives programme, but must still complete the below application form.
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Criteria for applying:
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You must be aged 18-25 by 1st March 2025
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You must live work, or study in the West Midlands (Applicants from Solihull will be prioritised)
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You must have a passion for pursuing a career in the creative sector
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Application deadline: 15th February
About Core Creatives
Core Creatives is a hub for creative professionals and aspiring artists, who live work, or study in the borough. It’s a space where individuals in the creative industry can connect, collaborate, and access resources to develop their craft.
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Core Creatives is based on the first floor of The Core.
This project has been funded by
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