Upcoming Discover Week encounters:
Please note these free encounters are run by the organisations listed and you must register directly with them and direct any enquiries to them. They may have closing dates and maximum capacities - so please do click on the buttons for more details about each event.
In Person Encounters
National Theatre - Young Producer course
In person course offering 18-25-year-olds the chance to learn from cultural producers and mentors across the creative industries about the role of a producer. Course dates TBC.
GLOW Newcastle Creative Market Place and Launch
Join colleagues from across Creative, Cultural and Education sectors to make connections, gain knowledge of opportunities and celebrate arts education activity and networks.
Royal Institute of British Architects (London)
A day of presentations about careers in architecture from three architecture practices. For 16 to 18 year olds.
Creative Pathways Festival (Calderdale)
Career options, local opportunities and ways to develop your skills; There’s more than one way to get into the arts. Transport funding available for local schools
Cumbria Arts & Culture Network: Big Meet
Hear from a range of speakers on the subject, 'How can we help young people to build a creative career in Cumbria?'
University of Cumbria
Event for young people aged 14 and upwards who are curious about creative careers. Connect with creative industry professionals and explore exciting career paths within the sector.
Ravensbourne University London
Careers in the Creative Industries: How to inform and educate the next generation of creatives.
LCCM Careers Day
Careers Day with Guest Speakers and Industry Talks at London College of Contemporary Music
LCCM Youth Jam 2024
An event for 15-17 year old musicians to display their talent and meet other aspiring musicians at London College of Contemporary Music
London Screen Academy
An opportunity for careers advisors/teachers to learn about careers in the screen industries. Hear from staff and students about LSA, get a tour of the building and hear about opportunities and resources available for young people.
Virtual Encounters
Speakers for Schools Virtual Programme
Opportunities for insight days and virtual work experience are available throughout November 2024
National Theatre - Young Technicians course
Online course offering 13-19-year-olds the chance to develop practical skills and learn about less visible roles within theatre from leading industry professionals. Course dates TBC.
DanceEast
A one hour online session to hear from industry professionals and get valuable insights about starting a career in dance. Suitable for ages 12-18 years
I Like Networking
Online webinar designed to help you navigate the dynamic world of creative careers - tips on career paths, networking, job applications and more
ISTD
Come and join this webinar with the ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing) to find out what you need to become a qualified dance teacher, including the different routes and how to get started.
Keep checking back for new opportunities - we are loading new opportunities up all the time.
Free Industry Resources for Discover! Week
Royal School of Needlework
Information about online and onsite open days for courses at the Royal School of Needlework
Guildhall School of Music & Drama
Offering a variety of free introductory workshops to unlock the magic and excitement of backstage crafts and careers for your students.
Keep checking for new resources - we are updating them all the time.