Developing Creative Lives and Livelihoods in Glasgow

How are artists and creative practitioners in Glasgow learning to develop, sustain and grow their work and hone their skills? Where do they go for support, guidance and professional development?

This day-long showcase event brings together projects, initiatives and individuals contributing to the creative education, training and professional development ecology in the city. It reflects our aspiration to actively contribute to our members’ needs in this area, by supporting, augmenting, and promoting good practice. We’re committed to responding to gaps in provision and barriers to uptake for marginalised or excluded creatives.

Tickets cost £18 / £12 concession. for anyone unwaged / precariously employed.

50% of ticket income from this event will be donated to a SOUP pitch winner during the lunch break. Refreshments and lunch provided for all attendees.

A small number of supported bursary places are available for those who have additional costs or barriers to attending. These free supported places can also claim expenses such as travel and care costs. Contact admin@creativeglasgow.co.uk to request a bursary place.

A quiet breakout space will be available for those who request it.

Running Order

9.45am Event Opens

10am Introductions / Welcome / Framing for the day

10.15am Panel 1: Supporting Creative Self-Employment and Enterprise

Feat: Creative Entrepreneurs Club, Creative Glasgow, and more

11.00am BREAK (refreshments provided)

11.15am Panel 2: Collaborating for Success

Feat: City of Glasgow College, University of Glasgow’s School of Culture and Creative Arts and Glasgow Media Access Centre (GMAC)

12.00pm Lunch - Mini-SOUP feat. comedian and writer Kate Hammer

We’ll share a simple meal and hear 6 creative project pitches from students and recent Graduates. 50% of ticket income raised through this event will support one pitcher to realise their creative ambition! To Propose a Pitch fill in this short form - https://forms.gle/Tr5fUhpT5FCxjGS1A

1.15pm Panel 3: New Routes into the Creative Industries

Feat: RCS Fair Access Dept, Wonder Fools and Braw Talent CIC

2.00pm Taster Workshop 1: (45mins)

Keeping Yourself Safe in the Creative Industries

Led and Facilitated by Maureen Hascoet of Firewalker Films Ltd

2.45pm BREAK (refreshments provided)

3.00pm Taster Workshop 2: (45mins)

Developing Your Creative Confidence

Led and Facilitated by GSA’s Future Skills Team

4.00pm END

Getting there:

• Civic House is easily accessible by public transport

• We highly recommend guests do not drive as on-street parking is limited and metered

• The venue is is a 2min walk from Cowcaddens Underground Station

• You can walk from Glasgow’s Central Station (train) in 20minutes

• Bus numbers 60 / 60A / 61 / 7 / 7A / 75 all stop nearby

Access information for guests:

• This event is ticketed. Tickets will include refreshments and lunch at the event.

• Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free options will be available. Please get in touch to discuss any other dietary restrictions

• Civic House is a welcoming and flexible space

• There is an accessible toilet on the same level as the event and gender-neutral toilets are available for all guests

• NOTE: The venue entrance is not step-free - there are four steps to enter the building. The event space has level access once inside.

• On arrival you will be welcomed by a member of the Creative Glasgow team, and our team will be on hand to assist you throughout the event

• Chairs are provided for all guests

• Chairs can easily be removed for wheelchair access

• For any access requirements not covered by the above, please contact our team on info@creativeglasgow.co.uk and we will be happy to discuss your needs and make any reasonable adjustments.

About Us

Creative Glasgow is a membership organisation that connects, champions, and celebrates creative practitioners across Greater Glasgow.

We’re here to:

• Foster a strong, supportive community for creatives across all disciplines in the city and surrounding areas.

• Create new partnerships, collaborations, and opportunities for advocacy.

• Provide training, networking, knowledge exchange and career support to inspire and inform creative practitioners.

• Support our members to shape Glasgow and its image through their dynamic creative and cultural activity.

• Ensure members have access to the resources and skills they need to thrive.

Whether you’re running a creative business, freelancing with years of experience, or just starting out in your career, Creative Glasgow is open to all creative practitioners living and working in Greater Glasgow.

Join our free members’ directory now: www.creativeglasgow.co.uk