UEL Alumni Advisory Board Update
The UEL Alumni team and UEL Alumni Advisory Board would like to invite you to join the upcoming open Alumni Advisory Board Meeting scheduled to take place on September 12th, 2024, from 6-8pm, at our Docklands Campus and online. Please note this meeting is for information purposes and to hear what the board have been up to. There are currently no open positions to join the board. The UEL Alumni Advisory Board, launched in 2018, exists to advise on university-wide projects and initiatives, representing the alumni body in relations with the University and its Alumni Engagement team. The board has been a tremendous success, creating a wide range of activities aimed at enhancing both the student and alumni experience. Each year, the board's September meeting is open to all graduates. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to learn about the board's activities and provide your valuable feedback. Register to attend here: https://forms.office.com/e/YAHsh0B2bW GradFest is the place to be. Whether you're looking to kickstart your career or further your education, this event offers unparalleled opportunities to network, learn, and grow. Engage in insightful conversations with industry leaders, attend informative workshops, and discover pathways that align with your passions and ambitions. Don't miss out on the chance to connect with potential mentors, gain valuable advice, and explore a wide range of prospects that could shape your future. Bring your curiosity, your questions,
and your aspirations—GradFest is here to help you take the next big step in your journey. Take part in exciting features including: - Rock your profile with LinkedIn
- Insight talks with Huzzle
- Graduate Influencer Panel
- Seminars from exhibitors and other industry professionals
Not only is the event free, but there is also travel funding available to help towards those transport costs*. That isn’t even the best part - one lucky attendee will win £5,000 for simply being part of this incredible event** (*/** terms & conditions apply and are available on our website). Register here today for free!
Applecart Arts: Actors wanted for Activate Touring Performance Project Applecart Arts is seeking 4 actors to work together with Applecart’s Creative Team to devise a theatre performance for young people encouraging them to engage in the political process. ‘Activate’ (working title) will tour to schools, youth zones after launching in Applecart’s Theatre space. We are looking for actors with strong physical and ensemble abilities from across gender and ethnic backgrounds to reflect the rich diversity of Newham’s local community. Skills in singing or musical instruments will be useful, but not essential. The project is funded by Culture Within with added support from University of East London and Newham’s Youth Empowerment Services. and includes two week’s rehearsal and a week of performances. Applecart would hope to work with the cast to develop an ongoing life for the production beyond its initial run.
We at Applecart Arts believe that stories are potent and have the power to challenge, change and strengthen
communities. We work with a wide range of artistic disciplines, creating original music, film, visual arts and drama.
We combine this with our long-standing commitment to community engagement and a pursuit of artistic
excellence. Applecart has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and equality. We aim to provide an environment
that caters for creativity and is free from discrimination through ensuring equality of opportunity in all our activities.
All customers, consultants, associates, suppliers, temporary and casual workers and potential and existing staff
will be treated equally regardless of age, belief, caring responsibilities, colour, disability, Employment Status, ethnic
origin, gender, gender reassignment, HIV status, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation.
We aim to reach across cultural divides and tell stories which engage, inspire and entertain our audiences. Casting
16th-18th September
Recalls
23rd-24th September
Rehearsals
21st October – 1st November
Performances
2nd – 9th November
Contract
3 weeks (extendable by mutual agreement) & £465 per week + 12.07% holiday pay. To apply please submit CV and headshot to info@applecartarts.com with the email subject “Activate Casting” before noon 4th September 2024. If you have any questions, please either call Peter on 0203 475 4280 or Liselle on 07951875922. Scroll down for more details on Stage Manager & Researcher roles with Applecart Arts! Cultural Producer's Programme: It's not too late to apply so make sure you don't miss out! Transform your passion into profession with Creative Newham's new training programme!
Starting in Summer 2024, the Creative Newham Cultural Producers Programme offers 6 months of in-depth training and development to help you enter the arts and heritage sectors as a Cultural Producer.
As one of the Cultural Producers on the programme, you will build up skills and knowledge through: - workshops and training delivered by leading industry experts
- mentoring and coaching
- paid placements where you will develop skills ranging from digital production to managing finances
The programme is free and open to Newham residents aged 18-30 who have worked or volunteered in any cultural or arts-related organisation, and who have the passion and drive to pursue a career in this field. You will be paid the London Living Wage for your time participating in the programme.
Click here for the upcoming pre-application workshops to support you with the application process and ensure that you feel prepared to begin your journey as a Cultural Producer. Please note the application deadline for the support workshops is the 3rd of august and is especially designed for those interested in applying for the Cultural Producers Programme.
We will be selecting 14 Cultural Producers for this year’s cohort which runs from 23rd October 2024 to 5th May 2025.
The Application deadline for the programme is 5th September 2024 and interviews will take place late September/early October.
Click here to apply or click here to find out more. UEL's Creative Industries Festival: Register for free tickets! The Creative Industries Festival will welcome creative talent, entrepreneurs, policymakers, students and graduates, academics, researchers, and everyone with a passion for the Creative Industries. During the festival there will be a host of interactive workshops, talks, panel discussions, installations, performances, exhibitions, hackathons, showcases, a talent/ careers fair, and community engagement events. The festival will be a platform for change, bringing together business and industry professionals, educators, future talent, and local communities to share knowledge, develop collaborations, initiate future innovations and start conversations to bring positive change to stakeholders throughout the creative industries. Workshop CV & Interview Tips Workshop with Searchlight Recruitment
This session will include a full breakdown of how to build a CV, cover letter and interview tips, with questions and cv review at the end. Searchlight Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment and executive search for the media and entertainment industry sectors. They work with their clients to fill a wide range of positions at all levels across film, television, digital media, arts, music & games.
Searchlight
The Media Industry: Which Career is Right For Me with Searchlight Recruitment
This session would explore the different career paths that are available within the industry, exploring a variety of sectors within the media sphere. There will be an opportunity to meet with the Searchlight team after the workshop for one to one support.
Panel Talk- Early Careers in Film & TV with creativeLDN
Hear from experienced professionals across various fields in the screen industries about how they got their foot in the door and found success. Panellists will share insights on their own careers, key common themes for success, and how they dealt with challenges along the way.
Workshop - Emerging Screenwriters x Agent Assistants with The Developing Room
An informal Q&A session for emerging screenwriters to meet London-based agent assistants, discuss starting in the industry, and network. This is the perfect opportunity for aspiring screenwriters to understand how representation works and how to start building a professional career from working junior agents and agent assistants, offering valuable insights into the industry. The Developing Room is a multi-award winning independent British production house, specialising in young adult films.
Friday Social - Immersive showcase and networking
Young talent showcase – social meet up with performances, exhibition, networking and talent scouts. Meet with like-minded creatives to build your network for future work opportunities and build your creative community
Talk - Navigating greenwashing as a creative with Mel Watt
As creatives, we have a choice to make: use our creativity to maintain the social license of harmful industries or use our creativity to inform, inspire and influence change. This hour-long workshop will equip you to spot and avoid greenwashing in your work amidst an emerging regulatory landscape and growing movement calling for creative climate action. Click here to register for free tickets through eventbrite. Upcoming Webinar: Online Masters in Special & Additional Learning Needs With just a few days left to apply for the September 2024 intake of the fully-online MA/ PG Dip/ PG Cert in Special and Additional Learning Needs programme, you don’t want to miss the chance to register for our live webinar!
Mark your calendar for Thursday, 29th August at 2 PM IST (Irish Standard Time)! When you reserve your place in the webinar, you’ll get the chance to hear from members of the academic team from both ICEP Europe and the University of East London as well as a graduate of the Masters programme.
Hosted by Dr Deirdre MacIntyre (Academic Advisor of the Programme & Dean of Research and Academic Affairs, ICEP Europe), you will gain valuable insights into the course structure, entry requirements, programme journey, future career options and much more! David Bara (Senior Lecturer in Special Education, University of East London) who teaches the Research Methodologies and Dissertation Module of the programme will discuss the benefits of pursuing the Masters.
You will also hear from our graduate Dr Oma Eguara (Educator, Educational Researcher and Entrepreneur based in London, UK), as she shares her experience of pursuing the Masters programme.
Register here to save your spot! More about the Online Masters in Special and Additional Learning Needs:
Delivered entirely online, this international programme offers ongoing support from experienced tutors, fostering engagement through class discussions and online tutorials. Completion is achievable within 2 years. Participants can personalise their learning journey by selecting modules aligning with their interests and educational contexts. Modules include Inclusive Education, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Applied Behaviour Analysis, Dyslexia and Literacy, Exceptionally Able Learners and Understanding Behaviour.
The programme's online format and the flexibility to pay for modules on an individual basis cater to professionals with busy schedules, offering the flexibility to earn a recognized University qualification regardless of location. Interested? Apply now for the September 2024 intake! Application deadline: 31st August 2024 |
