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TEEN TECH LIVE EVENTS
October-March

Hosted by well-known science and technology reporters, Teen Tech interactive sessions are fun, engaging and provide insight into careers and the way exciting emerging technology is shaping all aspects of our lives. Sessions cover topics such as animation, virtual and augmented reality, smart cities, sustainable design, transport innovation and future energy. These virtual sessions last an hour and there is the option to work on short challenges or projects and participate in a follow-up feedback session with industry experts.

CAREERS IN THE CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
November onwards

Explore the world of careers in the creative industries with this series created by Creative Portal and ERIC. Each event will focus on one of the 16 different creative industries and will feature 2 creative speakers; one industry expert covering the breadth of careers within the industry and one speaker who currently works in the industry. There will also be a Q&A opportunity. Schedule: 9th Nov – Screen Industries (TV & Film); 23rd Nov – SFX makeup & hair; 7th Dec – Fashion; 12th Jan – Theatre & Performing Arts; 25th Jan – Visual Arts; 8th Feb – Graphic Design; 22nd Feb – Games Design. More to come!

CONFETTI OPEN DAYS
Weds 30th November
Weds 7th December
LONDON/NOTTINGHAM

ACC has a partnership with creative HE provider Confetti:

• Confetti offers foundation and full degrees in Music, Games, Esports, Events and Media.

• They are part of Nottingham Trent University (NTU), Modern University of the Year.

• They have a virtual Open Day for East London on Wednesday 30th November between 6-8pm. Confetti will be located on the new ACC London campus.

• There will be a campus-based Open Day at Nottingham on Wednesday 7th December between 1-5pm.

GAMES INTERNSHIPS
Weds 14th December

Are you looking for a job in games but are finding yourself wondering what it's really like to work in the studio, who you'll be working with, and what it takes to get hired? UK games studio Rare wants to show you what it's like to be one of the team! Come meet some of the staff and gather tips on how to land that dream job.

INSOMNIA GAMING FESTIVAL
7th-9th April
NEC BIRMINGHAM

Insomnia Gaming Festival goes platinum for #i70! There will be more exhibitors, more brands, and more games. Play the latest games, take part in tournaments, meet creators and voice actors, pick up some gaming merch and much, much more. Go along to the NEC, Birmingham from April 7th to celebrate all things gaming and for the UK’s Biggest LAN Party!

PATREON
Income via Membership

Patreon is a platform that gives creative people a sustainable income through memberships. You let your fans become patrons (members) by paying a monthly subscription for whatever level of membership they choose. This arrangement means you get paid for doing what you love, while retaining creative control.

PAID OPPS
with MyPocketSkill

MyPocketSkill supports young people to earn, save and learn about money.

Parents and businesses can sign-up and book young people to provide digital & social media, and academic lessons, babysitting and many other categories. They help to arrange everything - from registration to payment.