Taking your writing further
Sarah Scotcher is an editor at Rowanvale Books, an independent publishing firm in Wales that specialises in new authors. She offers 6 tips for people who are exploring publishing options.
Develop Your Career
3 stages of auditions
Starting out as an actor? Martha Shephard of To Be Seen, an online audition resource for actors, discusses how to get the part and avoid common audition mistakes.
Getting started with theatre
Susan Elkin is the author of 'So You Want To Work In Theatre?’ – a guide for young people who want to work in the theatre world. She shared five pieces of advice about careers in theatre.
Using an umbrella company
If you're a freelancer, or making a move to independent working, dealing with your own taxes can be a hassle. Katherine Stannard gives advice on how umbrella companies work.
Crowdfunding models explained
What are the different methods of crowdfunding your creative project? Chris Buckingham from minivation, a crowdfund research house and consultancy, takes us through the models available.
A crafts book deal
After years of running craft workshops, Momtaz Begum-Hossain decided to publish a guide to creating Bollywood-inspired accessories and decor. She described the process of getting her ideas into print.
7 tips for a fashion career
The fashion industry is highly competitive, and it can be hard to succeed without determination and forward-planning.
How to create a work placement
What factors need to be considered when creating a productive work placement? Amanda Lightstone shares 5 tips for creating a programme that benefits both the organisation and the volunteer.
The dark side of crowdfunding
Crowdfunding is often seen as a fun, fast and safe method of raising cash for a project or start-up. But the risks are still plentiful, and failure can be very public.
6 tips for employee retention
Ensuring your top people stay with you and are engaged should be the biggest priority for an employer. The Design Business Association have offered 6 tips for retaining employees.