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Get the latest insights from Creative Black Country. Find out about our projects, fundraising opportunities and more…
Help us spread some Bostin’ News - content editors wanted
As part of Creative Black Country’s ongoing ‘creative documentation,’ we are looking for four editors to help us spread some Bostin’ News during these extraordinary times.
Looking for help with your ACE application?
If you are thinking of, or planning to put together an application to the Arts Council’s new COVID-19 emergency funding and would like some advice then we’re happy to discuss your ideas and help you with your application.
Space Arts resources for getting your work online
The team The Space Arts have put together some helpful webinars for the next few weeks on how to get your work online.
Creative tips on video calling
For many people, one of the challenges of working from home during this pandemic has been learning how to use a wide array of different technologies to complete certain tasks and stay connected with people. Here’s some tips from our Dudley Project Administrator, Gavin…
Boredom Busters part 2 - with Liam
Next up for Boredom Busters is Creative Producer Liam Smyth who has taken inspiration from some of our 100 Masters alongside a few other Black Country legends…
The Emergency Fund for Freelance Performers
The Emergency Fund for Freelance Performers (EFFP), aims to raise £10,000 to cover hardship costs of all freelancers working in the Arts who have been affected by job and tour cancellations, insurance with no coverage, and with no access to sick pay, etc. The EFFP has a dedicated volunteer team with wide links within the Creative Arts.
Boredom Busters part 1 - with Gavin
First up for our Boredom Busters series is Project Administrator for Dudley, Gavin Medza who has taken a lovely light-hearted approach to his Black Country recommendations to help lift your mood…