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YOUTH BOARD

Writing on the Board
Youth voice is at the heart of our work, therefore we have a team of enthusiastic young people making up our youth board, who help us to shape arts and culture across Solihull!
 

Our youth board are integral to sharing views, thoughts and ideas on the work and programmes of Solihull CEP, collaborating with our growing network of over 60 members, and leading on their own projects to develop their skills as arts professionals.

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What does our Youth Board do?

Currently, our board are leading on the Gen22 programme, on behalf of United by 22 (The Commonwealth Games legacy), where they have been co-developing and signing off the plans for 5 workplace incubators across theatre, visual arts, film, tv and music. They will be managing the entire programme (overseen by Solihull CEPs Development Coordinator), which continues across summer 2024.

 

Other things the youth board have been doing:

  • They act as consultants to the CEP, attending wider CEP steering group meetings, and have been key to advising on youth engagement and steering CEP projects such as the CEP Tea Party

  • They co-chaired the arts panels at our Creative Careers Event

  • They judged The Core Theatres short is Beautiful film festival 

  • They gave awards at Solihull CEPs visual Arts Exhibition 

  • They created a lantern as part of Art At The Hearts Diwali parade

Eve

I am a student studying Art, Geography and Classical Civilisations. My greatest interests lie in costume and design for theater, where I have created costumes inspired by a wide range of charters and media. I spend most of my free time working on my visual art and I also have a vested interest in musical theater and singing. I love art as a form of self expression but also as a way to express and explore my interests, especially those that are more niche and where I don't have interested friends with whom I can discuss them. The arts have allowed me to establish connections with people who share my passions and I hope to be able to spread my love for the creative world further. 

Lexie

I am a fine art, photography, and DT student. My biggest passion is art and I would love to one day have a career in this industry. Being a member of the solihull youth board not only makes me feel like i'm helping to spread the idea of the arts being important, but it also helps to jumpstart my creative career. 

Liv

I’m an A-level student studying art, media and history. In the future, I would love to work amongst the film/tv industry. I joined the CEP Youth board because I want to be a voice for young people who want creative careers and it's a great opportunity to help me with my  future.

Abby

I’m a creative student studying Math’s, Design and Media with hopes to go far into the creative industries. Since a young age, I've said I want to be a film director but upon starting my journey into the creative  world I have found many roles and areas I never knew of before, that I now would love to explore.

Lola

I’m a student doing English, History and Media at sixth form, with specific interests in film and magazine. While I have had no idea where I'll find myself in the future, I joined the youth board to contribute towards uplifting and sharing the arts, especially amongst young people.

Mia

I am a first year BTEC Arts and Design student at Solihull Sixth Form College. I chose this course so I could learn many skills and progress in the world of art. I have loved art since a child and found that my college and my course has given me many opportunities including my links to Solihull CEP Youth Board. Here I have further explored art and design as well as the more professional side to art. The Solihull CEP youth board allows you to be a voice and let creativity be at the forefront.

Dea

I study the Art and Design course as a first year at Solihull Sixth Form College. I joined the youth board to be able to broaden my skills as an independent professional, managing projects and gaining recognition in the industry. I love arts and culture and I'm primarily interested in design; this ranges from architectural to interior and graphic design. 

Peter

I am an aspiring actor currently studying at Solihull College. I am also passionate about singing and dancing and have a YouTube channel, which I work on in my free time, streaming game play video content such as Minecraft and murder mystery.

We Are Recruiting!

We are looking for 8 young people who are keen to develop their careers in the arts and cultural sector.

You will be leading on our Gen22 program, across 2024.

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Person Specification
• Aged 16 - 25 years old
• Live, study, work, or have a connection to Solihull
• Has a keen interest in arts and culture in Solihull
• Wants to learn about the professional arts/culture sector
• Wants to influence the future of arts and culture in Solihull
• Is committed, reliable and keen

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To Apply

Complete the application form below OR send us an email with your CV and a 1 page covering letter, detailing why you are interested in the role.

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