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Creative Opportunities blog

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    Neurodiversity Week – Access to Work support for freelancers

    Did you know that around 15-20% of people in the UK are neurodivergent? That means their brains learn, think and behave differently from what is considered “typical”. Neurodiversity Week celebrates these differences and helps us see the unique strengths and challenges of neurodivergent individuals.  If you are neurodivergent and thinking of freelancing, there’s government help … Continued

  • Final Show Festival, Culture and Enterprise Programme. Photo Joana Thompson
    Get Networking at the Industry and Grad Get Together

    Ever heard of a quote, “Your network is your net worth.”   Networking isn’t just cold approaching a senior manager of a large company and hoping for a dream job, although you could certainly try. But by building relationships with others today, it could lead to receiving valuable advice, a job or a successful collaboration tomorrow. … Continued

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    Start your career at the Creative Opportunities Job Fair 2022

    Are you unsure of what your career could look like after you graduate? Whether you’re a first-year student, just starting your final year or you’re a recent graduate, getting experience is the best way to find out how to make a living doing what you love. Why not visit the Creative Opportunities Job Fair on … Continued

  • Post-study visa options for international students

    For international students graduating from UK institutions, staying in the country to work after your studies can be challenging. However, gaining international work experience in the UK can also massively boost your career. It can open doors for further opportunities and networks, whether you decide to stay or ultimately return to your home country.   … Continued

  • Ways to gain experience at the start of your career

    Getting your first career break can be tough. More often than not there’s huge competition for graduate-level jobs, and repeatably sending out applications and not hearing back can prove unmotivating.  In 2021, 25% of students surveyed by Prospects stated they were changing their career plans due to the pandemic, and 37% were unsure about what … Continued