The next programme of Focusing Creativity starts with a core one-day event on Tuesday 30th October and running through to Friday 16th November and is available to creative enterprises across many areas of Derbyshire. From web design to visual art, advertising to music, if you are creative we want to hear from you.

Delivered by industry specialists Focusing Creativity will enable you to balance your creativity with running a business. This allows you to do what you do best – to be creative.

All programmes offer one full, and four half day workshops, delivered by arts and creative industry specialists including renowned creative business coach David Parrish – author of the creative business guide T-shirts and Suits: http://www.t-shirtsandsuits.com/

Focusing Creativity. The core one day workshop of the programme hones down to what drives you as a creative enterprise, your passion and mission; resulting in a realistic development plan and strategy. Date: Tuesday 30th October 2007. 9:00 – 17:00

Creative Essentials. You have the strategy – now how do you market your enterprise? Creative essentials gives you the knowledge and tools to develop a plan to get your message out there. Date: Tuesday 6th November 2007. 12:00 – 16:30

Creative Vision. You know where you want to be but how do you get there? Creative Vision gives you the skills, tips and practical know how to research the best route forward to plan for your creative enterprise. Date: Friday 9th November. 12:00 – 16:30

Creative Confidence. This workshop builds on your ability to communicate the benefits of your creativity to customers and your audience. Date: Tuesday 13th November 2007. 12:00 – 16:30

Creative Capital. Financial management can be a pain, unfortunately it’s one we cannot ignore. This half-day workshop will give you the skills to manage your finances and control cash flow, rather than cash flow controlling you! Date: Friday 16th November. 12:00 – 16:30

Friar Gate Studios
Ford Street,
Derby,
DE1 1EE

Grant support

On having accessed the workshops we may also provide grant assistance for up to 50% of the cost for marketing, attending tradeshows, purchasing equipment and much more!

Mentor Support

We want to make sure you continue to get the support you need to th