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SUMMARY:The Freelancers Guide to TV & Film
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nThis practical one day workshop will help you develop the business skills you need to succeed as a freelancer in the TV and film industry. \nThis practical workshop will help you develop the business skills you need to succeed as a freelancer in the TV and film industry. Topics include: \n• Bookkeeping – keeping accurate records\n• Self Assessment – understanding key terminology and important deadlines\n• Making Tax Digital – what the upcoming government changes mean for you\n• Personal Branding – building your profile on LinkedIn\n• Networking – gaining confidence and making valuable connections \nThis Enterprising North event is delivered by Enterprise Made Simple and funded by the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-freelancers-guide-to-tv-film-tickets-1991461752711
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SUMMARY:Make Your Own Job - Own Your Narrative
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\n\nThe Make Your Own Job programme is here to give you the tools\, support\, and confidence to turn your next big idea into a new career! \n\n\n\n\nMake Your Own Job is a practical 4-week programme designed to help you turn your ideas into real opportunities. \nWhether you’re interested in starting a business\, working as a freelancer\, or simply building valuable employability skills\, this programme will give you the tools\, knowledge\, and confidence to take the next step. \nAcross the four weeks\, sessions will cover key areas including idea generation and what it means to be an entrepreneur\, finance and pricing\, marketing\, and confidence and pitching. You’ll gain a strong foundation in how to develop and present your ideas\, understand your market\, and create something that can generate lasting income that can become your future career! \nSession Overview \n(22nd June\, 10am-11am) Meet the Cohort Session: In this non-compulsary online session you will get the chance to meet other Make Your Own Job participants and find out more about what to expect from the programme! \n(Week 1\, 29th June 10am-1pm) Build Your Blueprint and Discover Your Spark: In week 1 you will learn what it means to be an entrepreneur and what skills you need to become a founder. We will also help you build your business blueprint which you will use as a guide for future sessions. \n(Week 2\, 6th July10am-1pm) Master Your Money: In week 2 we will guide you through the financial side of business\, exploring different forms of pricing and how to effectively manage your cashflow. \n(Week 3\, 13th July 10am-1pm ) Own Your Narrative: Week 3 is all about marketing! We will look at how to market a business including maximising social media\, creating captivating content and building your brand. \n(Week 4\, 20th July 10am-1pm) Perfecting Your Pitch and Take the Leap: In our final session we will cover how to create an engaging and impactful elevator pitch and memorable call to actions. The PNE Team will also be there to guide you through next steps so that you can take the leap! \nSpaces on this programme are limited. It is a requirement of Make Your Own Job that you attend all sessions. \nThis programme is open to all North East residents. \nBy registering for this event you are expressing an interest in joining this cohort\, a member of the team will be in touch to discuss your application. \nFor more information please contact: enquiries@pne.org \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/make-your-own-job-tickets-1989598023246
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SUMMARY:Wex Summer Roadshow | Newcastle
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\n\nA summer series of in-store talks\, live demos and hands-on photography experiences across Wex Photo Video stores. \n\n\n\n\nJoin us at Wex Photo Video Newcastle on Saturday 18th July\, anytime between 10am and 4pm\, for a full day of photography inspiration\, hands-on demos\, expert advice and exclusive in-store offers. https://www.wexphotovideo.com/roadshow/ \nOur in-store roadshow brings together leading camera brands and accessory manufacturers\, including Canon\, Sony\, Fujifilm\, Nikon\, Panasonic\, DJI\, Hasselblad\, Insta360\, Kenro\, Epson\, Holdan\, Videndum and more\, giving you the chance to explore the latest cameras\, lenses\, accessories and imaging technology all in one place. \nThroughout the day\, you’ll be able to meet brand experts\, get personalised buying advice\, ask technical questions and discover practical shooting tips to help you get more from your kit. There will also be live demonstrations on the shopfloor\, showcasing the latest gear and giving you the chance to see key products in action. \nJoin Glyn Dewis on the shopfloor\, throughout the day for No Studio\, No Problem: Classic Portraits with Minimal Kit\, a practical session showing how to create timeless\, professional-looking portraits without a studio\, expensive lighting or a van full of gear. \nGlyn will demonstrate how he builds his signature classic portraits using minimal kit in a limited space\, from choosing the right equipment and setting up the light\, through to working with a subject in front of the camera. \nAlongside the hands-on experience\, we’ll also be hosting a programme of guest speaker seminars and brand talks from professional photographers\, filmmakers and industry specialists. These sessions are designed to inspire\, educate and help you take your photography or filmmaking further. \nTalks will be held down the road for the store at Jesmond Dene Real Tennis Club\, Matthew Bank\, Jesmond\, Newcastle. NE2 3RE. Parking at the store is limited. Parking for seminars is at the back of the tennis club via Jesmond Dene House. \nWhether you’re looking to upgrade your kit\, try something new\, learn from the experts or simply enjoy a day surrounded by photography\, this is the perfect opportunity to visit your local Wex store. \nExclusive offers will be available on the day for attending customers. Not to be missed! \n_ ______________________________________________________________ \nTalk schedules: \n• 10:00 – 11:00 Serena Taylor | Sponsored by Wex \nFrom the Sidelines: My Journey to Becoming Newcastle United’s Club Photographer \nJoin Serena Taylor\, Club Photographer for Newcastle United FC\, for an inspiring talk about her personal journey into professional football photography. \nSerena will share where her story began\, from where she grew up and the work she did before joining Newcastle United\, through to the experiences that helped shape her career behind the camera. Starting with the club in 2004 as an assistant photographer\, Serena built her skills across a wide range of photographic work before eventually returning to Newcastle United after several years working casually and part-time while raising her children. \nNow\, having spent the past 10 years as Club Photographer\, Serena will offer a fascinating insight into the path that led her to the role\, the experience she gained along the way\, and what it takes to build a career photographing life at one of the country’s most iconic football clubs. \nA brilliant session for anyone interested in sports photography\, career journeys\, storytelling and life behind the lens. \n• 11:00 – 12:00 Stephanie Thornton | Sponsored by Wex \nClassic to Commercial: Creating Timeless Portraits & Modern Headshots \nExplore the foundations of strong portraiture in this practical session focused on creating clean\, timeless and professional results. \nThis talk will look at how to build simple\, effective lighting setups that flatter the subject\, create consistency and deliver a polished finish. From classic portrait techniques to modern headshot approaches\, attendees will learn how small changes in lighting\, posing and direction can make a big difference to the final image. \nPerfect for photographers looking to improve their portrait work\, build confidence with lighting or create more professional headshots\, this session offers practical advice that can be applied straight away. \nWhether you’re photographing clients\, colleagues\, creatives or personal projects\, you’ll leave with a stronger understanding of how to create portraits that feel clean\, confident and high quality. \n• 12:00 – 13:00 Joe Cornish | Sponsored by Wex \nLandscape photography\, Practice\, principles\, philosophy. \nJoin renowned landscape photographer Joe Cornish for an inspiring talk exploring the practicalities\, practice and principles of landscape photography. \nDrawing on almost fifty years as a working photographer\, Joe will share a wide range of examples from his career\, offering insight into how he approaches the landscape\, builds images and develops a deeper connection with the natural world. \nUnderlying the talk is a philosophical approach shaped by observing the practice of artists in other fields\, alongside Joe’s lifelong love and fascination for nature\, light and place. \nPerfect for photographers interested in landscape photography\, visual storytelling\, composition and developing a more thoughtful creative practice\, this session offers a rare opportunity to learn from one of the UK’s most respected landscape photographers. \n• 14:00 – 15:00 Canon Guru talks | Sponsored by Canon \nGetting the most out of your Canon Mirrorless Cameras. \nUnlock the full potential of a Canon Mirrorless Cameras with guidance from a Canon specialist! Learn essential menu settings\, time-saving shortcuts\, and expert tips that can transform the way you shoot. Whether you already own a Canon camera or are thinking about making the switch to mirrorless\, this talk is packed with valuable insights for photographers of all levels. \n• 15:00 – 16:00 Dan Monk | Sponsored by Wex \nAstrophotography: Framing the Darkness \nWhat does it take to photograph the Milky Way\, the Northern Lights\, or a distant galaxy? More than just a camera\, it requires exceptional darkness\, coffee and plenty of patience! \nJoin astrophotographer Dan Monk for a journey through the art and science of astrophotography. Understand the importance of dark skies to the challenge of capturing light that has travelled across space for millions of years. Dan’s talk explores the photography techniques used to reveal the hidden details of the cosmos that the human eye struggles to see. \nThrough stunning imagery and engaging stories beneath the world’s darkest skies\, you’ll discover how to maximise your camera settings to make the most of every precious photon; and transform the darkness into inspiring photographs. Finally\, Dan will demonstrate what becomes possible when planning\, technique\, and imagination come together under the stars. \nFor all customers who have attended Dan’s talk\, you will receive a FREE pair of Celestron EclipSmart Soalr Eclipse Glasses worth £2.99 when you return to the store after the talk has finished. \nDon’t forget all talks will be held offsite at Jesmond Dene Real Tennis Club\, Matthew Bank\, Jesmond\, Newcastle. NE2 3RE Parking at the store is limited. Parking for seminars is at the back of the tennis club via Jesmond Dene House.
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