CREATIVE CAREERS
Join us for Solihull CEP’s annual Creative Careers Conference – an unmissable event designed to inspire young people and emerging professionals who are passionate about exploring careers in the creative sector.
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Whether you're interested in film, TV, music, performance, literature, visual arts, or arts management, this dynamic event brings you a range of exciting opportunities to learn from industry experts. Through a series of panel discussions, and live performances, you’ll gain invaluable insights into the diverse pathways available within the creative industries.
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Previous guest speakers have included some of the most prominent names in the Midlands' creative scene, such as:
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Jasmine Gardosi – Birmingham Poet Laureate
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Daniel Alexander – TV & Film Director, Daniel Alexander Films
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Sabra Kahn – Executive Director of Sampad
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Lewis Clements – Promo Director, Channel 4
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The Creative Careers Fair is one of our most anticipated annual events, and places are always in high demand – especially from local schools. Don’t miss your chance to attend this fantastic event. and book your place early!
Book Now for 2025
Friday 7th February
Schools Event
9am - 3pm
Free
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Most suitable for GCSE & A-Level students about to transition into the next phase of education or employment.
There is a maximum of 30 student places available for each school/college.
Open Access Event
6-7:30pm
Free
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For anyone with an interested in a creative career, whether you are a young person just starting out, or an adult looking for a career change.
Confirmed Panelists
Schools Event:
Panel 1 : Creatives
The artists making the work
Chaired by Paul Warwick, Co-Artistic Director & Founder of China Plate Theatre
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Emily Robertson: Senior Associate Artist at Highly Sprung Theatre
Sophie Lou: Freelance Musician
Johnny Autin: Artistic Director of Autin Dance Theatre
John Bernard: Coventry Poet Laureate
Big Brum TIE: Theatre in Education
Imogen Morris: Freelance visual artist
Panel 2: Making It Happen
The professionals working behind the scenes
Chaired by Amy Dalton-Hardy, independent Producer & Consultant
Charlene Carter-James: Partnerships & Development Manager at Culture Central
Lee Page: Human Resources Partner at RSC
Owen De Visser: Photographer & Gallery Director at LUX Gallery
David Barker: Publisher & Lecturer
Sabra Khan: Executive Director at Sampad
Ian Rogers: Founder & Festival Director, Solihull Summerfest
Panel 3: TV & Film
Chaired by Nicola Prestage, freelance filmmaker (Tiger Features)
Daniel Alexander: TV & Film Director, Daniel Alexander Films
Jemma Kinzett: Production Coordinator, First Look TV
Lewis Clements: Promo Director, Channel 4
Carl Woods: Freelance Filmmaker
Evening Event:
Cross Sector Artforms
Chaired by Louise Katerega , Creative Producer & Consultant
Ruth Millington: Art Historian, Curator & Author
Anthony Ekundayo-Lennon: Theatre Director & Dramaturg
Kamaljit Suman: Director of Art At The Heart CIC
Caroline Officer: TV Executive & Educator
Sophie Humphries: Engagement Producer at FABRIC
Performance by Black Train Music
Visual Minutes by Foolsize Theatre