UK Creative Festival

LBBonline - Little Black Book and Creative Connections have launched their new partnership with the first in a series of panel and networking events, aimed at supporting and educating professionals across the creative industries. The inaugural panel session, 'Freelancing in the Creative Industries,' will take place on 5th November at Framestore, bringing together leading figures from across creative, production, client services, operations, and strategy to share insights, experiences, and practical advice for those curious about the freelance world. The event is totally free to attend and would be great if you are a young creative looking to network. Find out more and get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/eJBc6_5a

We are really excited to be bringing Graham Fink's TheArtSchool to Manchester in a couple of weeks. This is a FREE event but tickets are nearly sold out. Further details below . . .

Shout out to any Manchester based creatives!

Calling all early career creatives in the Manchester area, or able to get there! TheArtSchool from UK Creative Festival is a FREE one-day creative bootcamp with art director Graham Fink, for creatives aged 18+ with up to three years of professional experience. The day will include live critiques, mentoring, and plenty of networking with peers and industry professionals No cost to attend but you'll need to register, which you can do right here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/enc2G32e

Next stop? Manchester! Creative Town Hall presents ☀️'OUTSHINE OBVIOUS'☀️ at CUPRA City Garage Manchester, 4th November, 6-9pm. This upcoming event from Creative Circle Awards, in partnership with Global, will celebrate the creativity found in less expected places. Whether we're searching for ideas, agencies or talent. To explore the theme, we'll be joined on stage by James Cross & Tim Jones from Meanwhile, Imogen Tazzyman & Hannah Tudor from McCann Manchester, Aron Sidhu from BBC Creative and Tom Holmes from TBWA\MCR! As always, there'll be plenty of no-BS, creative-centric discussion...so, you should totally come along if that sounds like your kinda thing. Tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gbryH3CA Huge shout out to Damien Weighill (and Leah Airey) of Jelly for our poster 🚗. Plus the UK Creative Festival team (Dina Green, Jeremy Green, Sofia Cobelli and Magdalena Salawa), as well as Anto Chioccarelli and everyone at Global who continue to make the CTH's happen. 👏

📣 Speaker announcement 📣 We are excited to announce that Aron Sidhu will be joining our panel of speakers at our next Creative Town Hall in Manchester on the 4th November. Aron Sidhu started his career at the Leith Agency in Scotland before moving to BBC Creative, winning tons of awards and creating some of the nation’s most talked about work along the way. Following two sell-out Creative Town Halls earlier this year, this event promises to be another must-attend gathering for anyone in Manchester who’s passionate about creativity, innovation, and ideas that make an impact. 🎟️ Tickets are limited and selling fast – grab yours now: https://lnkd.in/eUJ3jRRA The CTH series is held in association with the UK Creative Festival and Global Media. #CreativeTownHall #CreativeCircle #ManchesterCreatives #Creativity #ManchesterEvents

TheArtSchool: A One-Day Creative Boot Camp with Graham Fink Are you a young creative with up to three years of professional experience? Ready to shake off the ordinary and dive into a real-world creative experience? Join us for a one-day, fast-paced creative boot camp led by legendary Creative Director Graham Fink, one of advertising’s most iconic and unconventional voices. 🧠 This isn’t a classroom. It’s a creative awakening — no syllabus, no limits, just raw inspiration. Learn how to write headlines that punch, pitch ideas that land, and live a creative life that stands out. 💬 Expect surprise appearances from top industry professionals, live critiques, mentoring, and plenty of networking moments. 📍 Venue: Cupra Manchester City Garage 📅 Date & Time: Nov 4th 14:00 – 17:30 💸 Price: Free, but registration required: https://lnkd.in/enc2G32e TheArtSchool is where you’ll reignite your energy, ask hard questions, and connect with people who’ve made it, failed, pivoted — and still care deeply about the craft. Please share with any young creatives in the Manchester area!

🎤 We’re thrilled to announce the keynote speaker for the next Creative Town Hall! James Cross, CCO and Founder of Campaign’s Start-Up Agency of the Year, Meanwhile, will be joining us in Manchester on 4th November. A BAFTA winner with over 200 creative and effectiveness awards to his name, James will be sharing his unique insights and creative wisdom that have shaped some of the industry’s most talked-about work. Following two sell-out Creative Town Halls earlier this year, this event promises to be another must-attend gathering for anyone passionate about creativity, innovation, and ideas that make an impact. 🎟️ Tickets are going fast – grab yours now: https://lnkd.in/eUJ3jRRA The CTH series is held in association with the UK Creative Festival and Global Media. #CreativeTownHall #CreativeCircle #ManchesterCreatives #Creativity #ManchesterEvents

Calling all Manchester Creatives!