The Digital Cultures Research Centre (DCRC, UWE) are delighted to host, alongside the Moving Image Research Group, UWE, Prof. Justin O’Connor for the launch of his new book, Culture is not an industry: Reclaiming art and culture for the common good.
Culture is at the heart to what it means to be human. But twenty-five years ago, the British government rebranded art and culture as ‘creative industries’, valued for their economic contribution, and set out to launch the UK as the creative workshop of a globalised world.
Where does that leave art and culture now? Facing exhausted workers and a lack of funding and vision, culture finds itself in the grip of accountancy firms, creativity gurus and Ted Talkers. At a time of sweeping geo-political turmoil, culture has been de-politicised, its radical energies reduced to factors of industrial production. This book is about what happens when an essential part of our democratic citizenship, fundamental to our human rights, is reduced to an industry.
Culture is not an industry argues that art and culture need to renew their social contract and re-align with the radical agenda for a more equitable future. Bold and uncompromising, the book offers a powerful vision for change.
Justin will be visiting from the University of South Australia to join us for this, and he will be in conversation with Dr Steve Presence, Associate Professor of Film Studies at UWE. Tickets cost £6, which includes a glass of wine or a soft drink and £2 off the book.
eCom Collab Club brings together e-commerce agencies and tech partners under 1 warm, caffeinated roof. Not only will you get time to meet and chat (or netwwerrrrk), but you’ll also get treated to a fireside chat and Q&A tackling some of the biggest questions we all have about the industry and partnerships.
Who is this for?
If you’re an eCommerce merchant/entrepreneur, well we’re sorry, this isn’t one for you. BUT, if you’re a:
– Development Agency (Shopify, Magento, BigCommerce, WordPress, Wix)
– Paid Ad Agency working with eCommerce brands
– SEO Agency working with eCommerce brands
– A SaaS company working with eCommerce brands or agencies
– A tech partner working with eCommerce brands or agencies
Then roll up, roll up
In this talk, Battenhall’s Founder & CEO, Drew Benvie, will present the latest Battenhall forecast for the coming months, in order to help the creative community plan their content.
Attendees can expect to gain an insight into the social media trends shaping brand marketing and communication, just in time for the new financial year.
This talk is aimed at professionals working in marketing, PR, advertising, digital and the creative industries who are looking to gain a deeper understanding of the social media landscape.
Drew Benvie is the Founder and CEO of social media consultancy, Battenhall. He advises brands and figureheads internationally on social media strategies, and manages a team of specialists based in London, The US and Asia. Alongside advising clients on social media for marketing, Drew campaigns for social media safety, and was a speaker on this topic at TEDxBristol in 2019.
> Early bird BCI member tickets are available up until Mon 12th Feb at £25 +VAT
> BCI member tickets from 13th Feb are £35 +VAT.
> Non-member tickets are £60 +VAT.
When purchasing 4 tickets or more, use the code SAVE15 to receive a 15% discount on your booking
All tickets include a buffet lunch and refreshments.
I’m running my How to Make Reels masterclass in person at Artists Residence in Bristol on Thursday February 29th from 10am – 1pm
This masterclass is all about helping you to gain confidence with making Reels and so you can leave focussed on how to make the Reels that will work for your business.
In the masterclass you’ll be learning the practical side of making Reels. All the technical know how of how to edit your Reels in the Instagram app.
And you’ll also be learning about Reels strategy – how can you use your Reels to engage with your customers and be making Reels that people will actually watch. Looking at hooks, filming techniques and content ideas.
If this sounds like exactly what you need come and join me on February 29th.
Tickets are £115 but there is an early bird offer available until midnight next Monday February 5th. Use the code Early20 to book for £95 instead of £115.
Network with creatives at our ‘Future Leap Year’ Networking Drinks on the 29th February, taking place from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at our vibrant Clifton Hub!
Join us at Future Leap Clifton as we open the doors to our state-of-the-art Media Studios that cover Film, TV, and Podcasts. Delve into an evening of connecting with like-minded individuals in the creative industries, designed to spark innovative conversations and foster meaningful connections.Whether you’re a seasoned professional, an emerging talent, or simply someone with a passion for creativity, this event is tailored for you.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to be part of a community that celebrates creativity and collaboration. This event is open to all, so bring your enthusiasm and curiosity, and let’s collaborate!
Please note that our Clifton hub is not wheelchair accessible.
Feel free to join this event with or without booking onto the Open House Media Studio event from 27-29th February.
You’re invited to join us for the private view of a brand new art exhibition, ‘LUSH‘, by Stephanie Gay and Chi-Yien Snow.
Join us between 5 and 7pm on Thursday 15th February at The Square Club to meet the artists, and to be the first to view this brand new exhibition.
There will be a welcome glass of prosecco on arrival (non-alcoholic alternatives also available), and our Lower Deck Cocktail Bar and Square Kitchen Restaurant will be open all evening for those wanting to stay on for dinner or drinks (or both!)
~ RSVP to reserve your ticket – limited spaces available ~
The company previously known as ‘Yena’, Dffrnt introduces you to its free founder & creator meetups!
Their classic format remains for the Bristol events with Dffrnt founder Ash Phillips hosting a casual networking atmosphere at the original home of Dffrnt’s very first meetup – The Square Club.
This event is free for all thanks to Dffrnt members (join here: dffrnt.so/benefits), our partners (dffrnt.so/partners), and the generous venue.
No dress code (please wear something though). Drinks sold at the bar.
Want more from Dffrnt? Join here: dffrnt.so/benefits.
Plugged are dedicated to bringing together the brightest minds in various industries, from tech to design, to explore cutting-edge topics and foster a community of forward-thinking individuals.
This Event: Hacking the Herd Mind
Speaker: Ed Barter – Herdify
Understanding how people respond to content is vital to designing marketing campaigns that make an impact. But humans rarely think for themselves. As Nobel Laureate Daniel Kahneman put it “Thinking is to humans as swimming is to cats; they can do it but they’d prefer not to.”. Through social influence our friends, families, colleagues, and neighbours affect how we respond to marketing much more than we would ever give them credit for. In this talk Ed will explain the science behind social influence and how as marketers we can apply simple techniques to harness this herd mentality.
Agenda:
5:30 pm – Doors Open: Begin the evening with networking over drinks in a warm, welcoming setting.
6:00 pm – Kickoff: Introduction followed by insightful talks and interactive Q&A sessions.
6:45 pm – Continued Networking: Engage in meaningful discussions and connect with fellow attendees in a relaxed environment.
7:30 pm – Close: Conclude the evening enriched with new contacts, ideas, and perspectives in business.
Join us at the Plugged Series for an enriching night filled with learning, networking, and inspiration, all centered around the intriguing world of creativity.
Develop your skills and knowledge, to manage a team, with our virtual Step up to Lead course over 6 months.
This ILM accredited Level 3 Certificate is designed for upcoming managers, and will support you with key managerial skills, such as managing conflict, motivating your team and delegation.
This course will prepare you for a career in management and leadership roles, with tutorial guidance available throughout the programme.
What will I study? On this course, we will cover a range of topics, including:
– Induction & Assessment
– Problem Solving and Decision Making
– Planning and Delegation
– Managing Conflict
– Stress Management
– Managing Teams
– Delivering Instruction
– Performance Management
– Motivating and Leading a Team
– Leadership Essentials
Dates: 22nd Feb, 7th March, 21st March, 4th April, 18th April, 2nd May, 16th May, 30th May, 13th June, 27th June, 11th July
Location: all online – virtual classroom
Duration: all 3 hours
Time: all 1pm-4pm
How will I be assessed?
The assessment method will be a combination of written assignment and project work with an emphasis on practical management and self-reflection.
3-hour sessions will take place online with an expectation for individuals to continue self-study and assignments.
Tutorial guidance will be available throughout the programme.
Fees
• This course is fully funded if you are earning less than £21,255 a year, and currently live or work in a Bristol Postcode.
• If you do not currently hold a level 3 certificate and live or work in Bristol, the cost will be fully funded for you.
• The full cost is £499 per participant for anyone outside of this eligibility. Payment for the course can be arranged by invoice.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements, but candidates will need to have a good standard of English (grade c or 4+) and be either a practising or aspiring first line manager with the opportunity to meet the assessment requirements i.e. able to use experiences of how they could potentially look to manage people or projects within the assessments.
JonesMillbank, a Bristol-based video production company, have been responding to tenders and public opportunities since 2016. Their ‘big break’ came in 2017 when they won a £150,000 contract with the University of Bristol. They were a team of 5 then, 14 today, and in that time they’ve done over £1mil’s worth of tendered work with the likes of the British Library, NHS England, VisitBritain and University of Winchester.
In this Wake Up Call, Russell Jones will rapidly cover some dos, don’ts and need to knows, from where the hell you find opportunities in the first place, to red flags, tips, tricks, how AI can help, and why this seemingly boring process isn’t all that bad and can have positive impacts on the normal pitching process.
This session will be particularly useful to owners of small digital agencies, pitch writers, business development, freelancers. Any creative/marketing/comms sector, from photography to SEO, web design and PR.
About Russell
Russell is one of the Co-Founders of JonesMillbank. Aside from film he’s also not terrible at writing, and so has found himself in the position of having responded to something like 50 odd tenders. Away from tenders he looks after ops and certifications, areas that naturally benefit from the sometimes rigorous, detailed process of tenders.
> See JonesMillbank’s member profile
These Wake Up Call sessions are exclusively for BCI members – register your free place below!
If you’re not yet a member of Bristol Creative Industries and would like to take advantage of this member-only event, you can sign up here. You can also read about the membership perks here.
These sessions take place every other Friday morning from 8.30-9am, for the BCI community to share their pearls of wisdom with one another. The half hour webinars will involve a 15 minute presentation followed by a 10 minute facilitated Q&A, with introductions from the BCI team.
Our community is full of such amazing talent so we’re giving members the stage to talk about things that excite them so they can inspire their peers. The sessions will be a mix of expert tips and tricks and case studies – the perfect opportunity to learn something new before the week is out.
Our usual online format is an interactive ‘meeting’ but for this series we’re running webinars so that it’s easy to listen in while prepping for the day ahead or while having your breakfast! Cameras and mics will be off but you can ask your questions through the chat box or submit them beforehand.
Please get in touch with Sian if you’re interested in speaking at a future session.
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