Run your own music business
Belfast-based rock and gospel musician Brian Houston is his own music business. He talks about doing everything, from recording and mastering to distribution.
Inside Northern Ireland
Start your own craft business
Rachel McKnight is a Belfast-based jewellery maker. She discusses the challenges of striking out on your own, and offers advice for makers just starting out.
Surviving as an artist
Aideen Doran works across video sculpture, animation and drawing. She spoke to Choices about how she develops her business skills and finds support from other artists.
Careers in museums
Four people at the Derry City Council Museum Service discuss their careers in management, education, archives and genealogy.
Working at Giant’s Causeway
National Trust volunteer co-ordinator Jimmy Milliken talks about his job, and reveals the mythical origin of a heritage site in Northern Ireland.
News & views
Running creative workshops
One of the most energetic endeavours to get young people into the creative industries is the Urban Arts Academy in Belfast. It is run by Adam Turkington, who went from unemployed to working in the arts, and wants to help others do the same.
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Career article
5 tips for trade fairs
Gail Kelly lives in the countryside in Northern Ireland. By choosing the right trade fairs for her print-making business, she has ensured ongoing orders with buyers in the UK and Ireland.
Five tips for design students
Branding consultant Damian Cranney started up his own design business, Frank Design. He gave five pieces of advice for anyone starting out.
