Join our fun and engaging training programme, tailored for Artists, Creatives, and Cultural Managers! We’ve put together a mix of workshops, panel discussions and masterclasses to help you build the skills you need to thrive as an artistic professional.
This hybrid course is all about boosting your entrepreneurial toolkit. We’ll cover essential topics like financial know-how, marketing and sales strategies, pitching and public speaking, and sustainability practices, all guided by seasoned experts in the field.
Our sessions are themed with two sessions per week, either online or in person, from 18:00 to 20:00 at Valletta Design Cluster or on Zoom. (If a session isn’t listed as online, it will be held in person.)
Programme & Speakers/Trainers:
- Brainwork
- 30 September: Ideation and Problem Solving – Prof. Leonie Baldacchino
- 02 October: Perfect Pitching & Public Speaking – Pia Zammit
- Ethical Leadership
- 08 October (online): Innovative Strategies for Sustainability – Gayle Murphy; Jean Paul Farrugia (ReRoot); Tammy Fenech (Cosie Studio)
- 10 October: Building a Personal Brand – Vanessa Camenzuli
- Money Management
- 15 October (online): Internationalization through Crowdfunding – Giselle Borg Olivier (moderator); iella (illustrator); David Chircop (Mightybox Games); Rebecca Cremona (Simshar)
- 17 October: Financial Literacy by APS Bank – Shelaine Falzon & Lorraine Cassar
- Skills Knowledge
- 22 October (online): Mastering the Marketplace: Sales & Media Strategies – Karolina Rostkowska (moderator); Simon Buhagiar (Te fit-Tazza); Yana Azzopardi (Yana’s Jewellery)
- 24 October: Know Your IP – Dr Jeanine Rizzo
This programme is designed to give you a broad understanding of the business side of the creative industry, with a focus on practical entrepreneurial tools. Each session is interactive, allowing for plenty of discussion and idea-sharing between you, your peers, and the instructor.
To fit into your busy life, we’re offering a mix of in-person and online sessions. The in-person ones will also include a coffee break and networking time, so you can connect with fellow creatives and exchange ideas.
Don’t miss out on this chance to turn your artistic passion into a successful business!
FPEI Entrepreneurship for Creatives (2024) is supported by APS Bank.
