Join us at YGWYG 17: The AI Movie Special
You Get What You Get digs deep into the intersection of Gen AI, creative tech, ad creative and culture.
For this round, Norts and Derek of The Peeps dig into the wild world of AI-generated cinema. Expect a fast-paced screening of some of the best short films and music videos made with machine minds. Some brilliant. Some broken. All made by prompt.
Come for the glitches. Stay for the genius.
“Anarchic and brilliant”
“Like nothing I’ve been to ever before!”
Whether you’re a regular or rocking up for the first time, YGWYG is your space to share, spark and soak it all in. Bring your best ideas and leave with better ones.
Limited spots. Book your ticket now.
Charity Freelancers Bristol would love to welcome local charity freelancers to our second meet-up. Join us for networking and co-working on Wednesday 1st October at the Watershed, 10am-1pm.
Charity Freelancers Bristol is a newly-formed group that aims to bring together charity professionals from across Bristol and the surrounding area. We meet monthly to provide a relaxed and informal space for charity consultants to meet others, share experiences and tips, and have opportunities for work referrals and collaborations.
If you would like to attend the event on October 1st and/or join our WhatsApp or Facebook groups then please email Rosia Curtis or Jess Augarde: [email protected]; [email protected]
Having worked inside some of the world’s most creative marketing departments (DDB, BBH, Wieden+Kennedy, Uncommon Creative Studio, and Apple), Sam shares a behind-the-scenes look at the strategies and approaches that make them thrive.
This talk lifts the lid on how these companies develop powerful creative processes, generate breakthrough ideas, and lead teams to deliver exceptional work at pace. From embracing new technologies to rethinking team dynamics, Sam will share his firsthand experience on it takes to succeed creatively at the very highest level.
Sam Oliver is a creative director with over 25 years experience in leading marketing for some of the world’s most famous brands.
As well as working at London’s top advertising agencies ( Uncommon, BBH, Wieden&Kennedy…), Sam was Group Creative Director at Apple in Cupertino for six years. There he led the iPhone and iPad accounts and oversaw over forty new product launches. Sam has won over a hundred industry awards, including the Grand Prix at Cannes. He now divides his time between creative direction and coaching the next generation of creative leaders.
Taking place 6-11 October, BTF+ is the Bristol Festival of Tech, Creativity + Culture; a six-day citywide festival brought to you by TechSPARK, Bristol Creative Industries and MyWorld.
BCI House, powered by not-for-profit membership organisation Bristol Creative Industries, is a dedicated hub at BTF+ where creative, media and tech come together for four days of events – from workshops and talks to panel discussions and networking – all designed to spark collaboration and amplify the festival experience.
The venue is Unit 11, Temple Studios, Temple Campus Lower Approach Road, BS1 6QA.
To register for this event, you first need to register for the festival here.
Once registered, go to the confirmation email you’ve received, click the link and log in to the attendee portal using your email address and the password provided. Go to ‘schedule selection’ in the left hand side menu and sign up to the events you’d like to attend.
Almost everything on the Community, Live and Showcase track is free. All BCI House events are free.
The Summit track is one of the few paid elements at BTF+ but BCI members can take advantage of a 25% discount on Summit track tickets – email [email protected] for your exclusive code.
Your marketing data can hold everything you need to know to achieve exponential growth, but only if you know how to read it.
This session will turn overwhelming analytics into actionable insights that drive better decisions, bigger returns, and sustainable business growth.
In this session, you’ll learn:
· Analytics mastery: Navigate GA4, LinkedIn Analytics, Instagram insights, and Google Ads like a pro
· Smart reporting: Generate meaningful reports that focus on metrics that actually matter to your business goals
· AI-powered insights: Use artificial intelligence to compare campaigns, spot trends, and uncover hidden opportunities
· Data-driven decisions: Optimise ad creative, allocate budgets strategically, refine messaging, and improve offers based on real performance data
This is the final part of our 5-part series. This will set you up for implementing the lessons you have learned along the way whilst continuously optimising your marketing efforts for success long into the future.
See you there!
Stop trying to broadcast to everyone all the time and start genuinely connecting with the right people when they’re in-market.
This session will transform how you approach targeting, helping you reach the perfect customers with the perfect message at exactly the right moment in their buying journey.
In this workshop we’ll be covering:
· Strategic foundations: Build on your Ideal Customer Profile to create strategically focused campaigns
· Platform intelligence: Match your content to where your customers actually spend their time
· Buyer journey mapping: Craft different messages for top, middle, and bottom-of-funnel audiences
· Always-on strategy: Stay connected with the 95% of customers who aren’t ready to buy today
· AI-powered enhancement: Use artificial intelligence to identify opportunities and enrich customer data for better personalisation and segmentation
We’ll include time at the end of the session for a Q&A and discussion to share insights and answer any specific questions you may have about targeting and messaging.
See you there!
Ready to grow but worried about losing control? This workshop reveals how the right tools can help you scale smartly, generating more revenue and freeing up resource with the same (or less) effort.
This workshop will help small to medium sized businesses identify tools to help with scaling their organisation.
In this session we’ll cover:
· Signs your business is ready to scale
· The hurdles this can bring up (and how to navigate them)
· The three areas digital tools can help with scaling which include: operations & productivity, sales & prospect management and marketing.
· Specific tools for each scaling area
We’ll include time at the end of the session for a Q&A and discussion to share insights and answer any specific questions you may have about using digital tools for scaling your business.
See you there!
It’s time to stop the guess work when it comes to your customer base. Knowing who you’re talking to and where they operate is crucial when establishing an effective growth strategy.
This practical workshop will help small to medium sized businesses build a focused customer strategy that drives growth and maximises every marketing pound spent.
Master the essentials of customer targeting and growth:
· Establish your ideal customer profiles: Create detailed ICPs for both B2B and B2C markets using our free template
· Learn how to use audience intelligence: Demographics, firmographics, and behavioural insights that matter
· Discover your most effective platform strategy: Identify where your customers actually spend their time
· Craft your message-market fit: Develop messaging that resonates and converts
· Problem-solution alignment: Connect your offering to real customer pain points
We’ll include time at the end of the session for a Q&A and discussion to share insights and answer any specific questions you may have about your audience / ICP.
See you there!
Join us for this high-impact interactive session where brand strategist, Mark Horton, will walk you through:
Why AI is a game-changer for marketing
Create your own brand strategy and customer personas in real time
Legal and privacy concerns – what are they and how to mitigate them
The best AI tools available right now
Bring a laptop or device to make use of this interactive session!
For start-ups and small business in Bristol.
Free for local businesses! Seasonal refreshments provided by Windmill Hill City Farm.
In today’s crowded marketplace, your brand should be your competitive edge. This session will show small to medium sized businesses how to build a compelling brand that attracts investment and drives customer loyalty without breaking the bank.
What you’ll learn:
In this session we’ll be identifying the key aspects a successful brand needs to have in order to stand out in its market.
We’ll also have the opportunity to analyse real-world examples of successful brands and discover what it is that sets them apart, and how we can apply these principles to your business.
We’ll include time at the end of the session for a Q&A and discussion to share insights and answer any specific questions you may have about your brand or branding in general.
This workshop is part 1 of a 5-part series that is all about establishing a strong strategic foundation for business growth.
See you there!
Google is coming to Torfaen!
Join for free workshops and mentoring sessions. Google Digital Garage trainers will be available to help you grow your business online and find new customers.
We will be running varied sessions all day, alongside interactive networking opportunities. You can also book private mentoring sessions with Google digital trainers to focus on personal goals for your business growth.
You will leave the event empowered with a clear understanding of AI, new digital skills and how to implement these methods to help your business thrive.
Free lunch will be provided.
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