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 If you’re a creative wondering how to get started in a career that isn’t graphic design or music production, here’s a list of unexpected career paths you can consider.
User Experience (UX) Researcher: UX is becoming the norm. Soon enough, it won’t be a specialised role, but rather a part of how we do everyday design. However, UX researchers are already in demand, and it is projected that this will only increase. UX Researchers focus on understanding and improving the user experience of products and services. Additional skills like empathy and a passion to tell people’s stories really help too. Science Illustrator: Science illustrators use their artistic talents to visually represent complex scientific concepts. You could be creating detailed illustrations for textbooks, scientific journals, museums, and other educational materials, making science more accessible and engaging. Sustainability Consultant: Sustainability consultants work with businesses and organisations to develop environmentally friendly and socially responsible practices. Problem solving is a highly creative activity and you could help find innovative solutions to reduce waste, conserve resources, and promote sustainability. Art Therapist: Art therapists help individuals explore and express their emotions and improve their mental well-being. Creative thinkers can facilitate healing and personal growth through artistic self-expression. Outdoor Muralist: Create large-scale outdoor murals that celebrate nature, culture, or community. Use your artistic talents to transform public spaces into vibrant works of art. Schools, hospitals, community centres, and many more will commission artists, and what could be a better portfolio?
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 London is a vibrant city with thriving creative scenes that offer boundless opportunities for young Black Creatives. It's buzzing with exciting events and opportunities; you are bound to take your creative journey to new heights. There's something for everyone, from workshops and networking events to mentorship programmes and festivals. This blog post will share some of our favourite platforms, events and opportunities tailored specifically for you, especially this summer. So grab your notebooks, and let's dive in!
 Are you a young Black creative in London or Glasgow, eager to build a sustainable future through your creative pursuits but find yourself grappling with the challenges of being an introvert in a vibrant industry? Don't let your quiet nature hold you back; embrace your strengths and confidently navigate the creative world with these simple guidelines:
Cultivate a Supportive Network Building a solid support system is essential for introverted creatives. Seek like-minded individuals who understand your journey and can guide and encourage you. Look out for organisations and platforms like Voltage Revolution, Creative Access and Roundhouse as they curate industry events and provide opportunities to help you engage individuals in networking opportunities to connect with fellow creatives who share their experiences.  Every two years, we release an impact report that details the work and programmes of Do it Now Now across all of its initiatives, including Voltage Revolution.
We are proud to release our 2021 - 2022 Impact Report, which details our work and programmes as well as a collection of thoughtful articles on the meaning and methods of why and how we serve our community. The Black impact sector needs support in order to find true equity. Last month, we released our cost of living report, A Desert without Resources, a sobering look into the current financial crisis that the sector is undergoing. Do it Now Now, despite our successes and relative position, is by no means immune, and the ways in which we can continue to provide positive impact will evolve with the current landscape.  Having a side hustle that allows you to explore your creative passions can be a great way to bring in passive income, but what happens when it takes off and you're left considering making your side an entree? We know it can be daunting, beginning your creative side hustle alongside a 9-5, but we know that it is possible and possible for you. Let's look at the key steps you need to take to get into the best mindset and develop your plan for success.
 If you are a Black creative living in London or Glasgow and seeking opportunities in the creative industries, you may have already faced some challenges when pitching your ideas. We know it can be a daunting task. Despite progress in promoting diversity and inclusion in the creative industries, systemic biases still exist, making it challenging to get your ideas noticed. In this blog post, we'll explore the dos and don'ts of pitching your creative ideas as a Black creative and why staying true to yourself and your unique perspective is essential.
 If you're falling behind on your podcast game, here are a few must-listen podcasts delivering meaningful content on the creative life; all Black, all UK based. If you needed a reason: grab your shoes and head out for a walk with one of these.
Rule of Thirds Three guys chat about what it means to live the creative life, art, mental health, and what it means to be a creator and a man in today's world. It’s inspiring, it’s kind, it’s ready for your list. Black Scot Pod Pop culture and current events find a Black Scottish lens in this podcast. Enjoy the banter between two friends and see if you agree.  Once in a while, I stumble on a thought-provoking LinkedIn post that forces me to reevaluate and dive deeper into how brands and organisations build their cultural equity. In this instance, it was a bitter-sweet realisation that there are no shortcuts to building Black socio-cultural currency. Let’s get into this, shall we?
Three months ago, Alvin Owusu-Fordwuo; Founder of Tag Agency shared a LinkedIn post expressing how lazy organisiations/brands have become when it comes to investing in culture and building sustainable communities. He shared: “PSA: Chunkz, Filly, Munya, and Nella aren’t a shortcut into the culture. It’s very common to see these creators used when brands want to ‘quickly’ access diverse gen-z audiences and coins. Rather than making a meaningful investment in culture and building community. We see the same talent and content formats rinsed and repeated. I know why, It’s because It feels like an easy win. The immediate numbers will be pretty good too, but it’s a flawed strategy because it isn’t building cultural equity. It's here today, gone tomorrow. There is no such thing as a shortcut when it comes to working in culture. Play the long game.” Alvin Owusu-Fordwuo on LinkedIn: PSA: Chunkz, Filly, Munya, and Nella aren’t a shortcut into the culture.… | 71 comments  Hello. Jambo. Hola. Guten Tag. Salut.
My name is Yeni, and I will be uncovering each session from Voltage Revolution’s The Spotify Podcast Club, from genesis to the finale for 2022. Lets get straight into it. Race was the first session topic. Since George Floyd’s case, organisations have become more "woke" to injustice. Now topics on race have become an ever-essential dialogue amongst places of work, social spaces and more. The first session highlighted realisations of "the first time I realised I was Black" which was also the topic of discussion. The conversation invoked introspective thoughts and views for me. The first time I realised I was Black was when I was in Year 8. I lived in a town where the predominant race was white compared to Black and other ethnicities so it was evident that I was different. Yet, I wasn't aware or fazed by it. The day I realised my skin colour was different was when my other friends and I walked back home from our school football match. A white van drove past, and a person exclaimed out the van window with monkey chants and the N-word. I was shocked at what I had experienced. From then onwards, I was aware that my skin colour meant I was undervalued or seen differently by others. I later became conscious and self-aware that my skin colour can be a point of mockery by others. Although I am more self-aware of who I am now, which has made me proud and even more confident in my skin, I can see the negative impacts it had on me as a young boy.  My experience at the Spotify podcast club was phenomenal. It was great to be part of an initiative where individuals share their views on various topics surrounding community and culture. I am glad to have rubbed shoulders with creatives within the Voltage Revolution cohort. I also had the opportunity to engage with current members of the Spotify team who were indeed gems in their own right.
Meeting with the Spotify team once a month was a tremendous experience as it enabled me to uncover emerging trends and garner ideas of what succeeding in the creative field looked like. Besides that, speaking with Joel, the Senior Editor at Spotify was a monumental moment for me. It was a pleasure to get insight into his job role and what it takes to venture into a corporation like Spotify. |
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