Creative Opportunities blog
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Camberwell, March 2016, Photographer: Alys Tomlinson, UAL, UAL student recruitment For Employers: Should you hire a freelancer or set up a PAYE employee?
In recent years, particularly since COVID-19, there has been an increase in freelance roles submitted by employers on Creative Opportunities. With an uncertain economy disrupting recruitment cycles, freelancers have become a practical solution for delivering ongoing projects without committing to long-term contracts, especially for smaller companies. For smaller organisations, hiring freelancers can be beneficial when … Continued
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Image of Thea Hyde, photographed by Elspeth Vincent Inside a Creative Business Internship – HYD Studio
Ready to explore what’s possible? Creative Business Internships give you the chance to gain real, hands-on experience with businesses built by UAL graduates. It’s your opportunity to learn directly from people who’ve turned their creative ideas into thriving ventures. We usually hear from our interns — but this time, we’re switching things up. We’re excited to share Thea Hyde’s story as a UAL graduate and business owner … Continued
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Professional Mentoring Programme at UAL
Feeling unsure about life after UAL? Wondering how your creative work turns into a creative career? You’re not alone. The leap from student to professional is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. What if you had someone who’s already made that leap, walking beside you? That’s exactly what our Professional Mentoring Programme is for. … Continued
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Giampaolo Zirone, 2022 MA Data Visualisation, London College of Communication, UAL Creative Opportunities 2024/25 Overview
A huge thank you to all our jobseekers and employers for being part of Creative Opportunities. Whether you’re just stepping out of the classroom or already carving your path in the industry, we’re here to help you turn what you love into what you do — and to make that journey as exciting and supportive … Continued
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Stacy Besco, 2023 MA Illustration, Camberwell College of Arts, UAL | Photograph: Alys Tomlinson The top 5 roles jobseekers applied for on Creative Opportunities 2024/25
While the 2025/26 academic year has begun, let’s look at the top 5 roles that students and graduates hit the apply button for from 2024/25 on Creative Opportunities. Artist Studio Admin Assistant Applications: 988 By an undisputed amount of apply now clicks, this role was top of your applications … for a second year in … Continued