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Took place in Riga on May 10th 2024

The final event of Building Talent was organized and took place at the premises of the coordinating partner NOASS, which is a floating space for cultural production, artist gatherings, and performance presentations in Riga, Latvia.

At this event, representatives from partner organisations presented the activities, results, and project experiences in each participating country. Invited representatives from Latvia’s Cultural and Creative Sector, as well as numerous artists, showed particular interest and actively participated in the coordinated discussion that followed, asking crucial questions and sharing their own experiences.

These new experiences make us even more optimistic that the end of the project finds us more prepared than ever for the continuation of our actions in each country, always aiming to increase opportunities for the professional development of young artists.

An open discussion with great interest!

The event space was set as a pathway, where entering visitors could watch short excerpts from video interviews with experts from the Cultural and Creative Sector and young artists who participated in the project’s activities. They could download the project’s results by using QR codes placed at various points along the pathway and eventually be led to the large presentation hall of NOASS, where partner representatives presented the project’s work and progress in each country.

The immediacy and friendly atmosphere that developed throughout the event led to lengthy discussions with the guests, who stayed in the venue for quite some time, even after the event ended.

New ideas for future projects were discussed, and promises were exchanged to maintain and strengthen the connections made on that day.

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More than 16 workplaces in 3 countries

The last project activity to support young artists in their efforts to increase their professional opportunities in the Cultural and Creative Sector was completed beyond initial expectations.

In the three countries of the consortium (Latvia, Belgium, and Greece) dozens of contacts were made with artistic and cultural organisations, companies and organisations that can make use of the skills and creativity of young artists and the results fully justify our efforts.

In the framework of these activities, at least 16 opportunities for professional development and cooperation have been created and the next period is expected to be particularly creative and productive.

Professional opportunities per country

Visual artists exhibit their works in prestigious group exhibitions and create personal networks with galleries and collectors, a photographer opens his B2B business by creating advertising material for companies and organisatios, an actor directs his own play and presents it in two performances at a major festival in Greece, three young artists sign a contract with a major mental health organisation as trainers of creative workshops (theatre, visual arts and crafts, animation) aimed at adults with intellectual disabilities, a young musician undertakes the preparation and realization of a musical performance in Belgium while a Greek jazz artist releases her first album, and much, much more…

Greece

• Three artists sign a contract with a mental health organisation as creative workshops trainers.
• A photographer and video maker starts his own business.
• A saxophonist releases her album and prepares for her tour in Greece and abroad.
• An actor directs and presents his first play at a festival.

2. Belgium

• A visual artist holds an exhibition in a cultural space and sells her works.
• A singer is invited to perform her musical show at a major event.

3. Latvia

• At least 7 different professional roles for 13 young artists in internships at a major artistic organisation in Riga.

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Where, when, why, what?

On Friday, 10th May 2024 (from 16:00 until late at night), the progress and results of the Building Talent project in Riga, Latvia, will be presented! An exciting 2-year journey is coming to an end in a celebratory way.

Representatives of partners from all consortium countries will be there to present the project’s activities and results, meet with young artists from Latvia who either participated in the project activities or will use the project’s results in the future, and talk to more than 70 stakeholders from the CCS sector in Latvia about the possibilities for further professional development of young artists.

The event will include a rich artistic program by local young artists. The highlights will be featured in the next Building Talent Newsletter, so stay tuned!

To whom is it addressed?

The Building Talent final event is open to young artists, representatives from the Cultural & Creative Sectors, Local and National Authorities, cultural organizations, foundations and associations, labor Agencies, educational organizations, youth and social organizations, established artists, and mentors.

It invites the participation of all key players in the Latvian and European artistic ecosystem!

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MENTORING SESSIONS AND CAREER GUIDANCE

Fifteen young artists from three different countries (Latvia, Belgium, Greece) who successfully completed the Building Talent training in November-December 2023 proceeded with their trainers and selected mentors to the project’s mentoring sessions.

The mentoring sessions will take place simultaneously in all three countries between March and April 2024 and aim to support the young project artists in creating their own business plans for their dream professional endeavours.

Having developed their business ideas on a solid basis, the young artists will meet with qualified and successful CCS professionals from each country to check the details of each business plan and receive specific guidance to move from theory to practice.

Realistic goals for sustainable plans

One thing that was made abundantly clear from the Building Talent training is that the professional engagement of artists with their art is not a pipe dream, nor is it only for a lucky few.

Systematic planning, knowledge of the business environment and the market, familiarity with creative tools and new technologies, and realistic goals can banish all fears and hesitations and unleash the entrepreneurial potential that lies in creative minds.

Some tips that always work:

Keep it simple, be yourself

Focus on what you want to do and set one goal at a time. Start with realistic plans and don’t worry. The success of your first goal will unfold many possibilities.

What gets measured gets done

In addition to the qualitative objectives, set numerical indicators and keep track of them. Not only will you stay on top of things, but you may even be pleasantly surprised.

You alone can do it, but you can’t do it alone

Art is to be shared, and so is your experience and your ideas. Somewhere out there are surely those who can complement you and take your idea to the next level.

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Dear Creative Minds,

The world of art and creativity is a vibrant and ever-evolving realm that enriches our lives in countless ways. However, the path to becoming a successful artist is not always straightforward, especially for young talents. Considering the challenges posed by the pandemic and persistently high unemployment rates in the European Union, we are excited to introduce an initiative that seeks to empower emerging artists and harness their full potential. Allow us to present the “Building Talent” project. The project responds to the challenges faced by young artists following the pandemic and the steadily high unemployment rates in the EU. It creates a scheme that will support young artists from 18 to 30 years old to increase their employability in the long term by building connections to the cultural & creative Sectors through educational frameworks.

Exciting Opportunity for Aspiring Artists in Latvia, Belgium, and Greece: Application Deadline Extended

We are delighted to announce that the application deadline for the “Building Talent” open call for trainees has been extended, bringing great news to aspiring artists from Latvia, Belgium, and Greece. This extension grants additional opportunities to embark on a transformative journey designed to professionalize and empower emerging artists, especially those who confront social and economic challenges or come from marginalized backgrounds

What Awaits You with “Building Talent”

The “Building Talent” initiative serves as a comprehensive support system for young artists, offering a diverse range of resources and experiences to foster their professional growth. Here’s a glimpse of what’s in store:

• Five In-Depth Workshops: Covering an array of topics, from self-entrepreneurship for artists to effectively leveraging the skills acquired during training.
• Tailored Mentoring Sessions: Four mentoring sessions per country (Belgium, Greece, and Latvia) personalized to provide dedicated guidance to emerging artists as they navigate their unique professional paths.
• Networking Opportunities: An unparalleled chance to connect with field experts, museum professionals, established artists, and gallery personnel, expanding your horizons and building valuable connections

Who Can Apply?

Emerging artists between 18 and 30 years old currently residing in Latvia, Belgium, or Greece. Your ambition, passion, and drive to grow professionally will be crucial factors during the application review. 10mg diazepam for sleep

Click Here to Apply to the Building Talent Training

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The Building Talent project aims to reinforce artists as the most significant actors in the Cultural & Creative Sectors to increase their economic potential and competitiveness by developing skills and creating connections with those already experienced actors in the field.

The project responds to the challenges faced by young artists following the pandemic and the steadily high unemployment rates in the EU. It creates a scheme that will support young artists from 18 to 30 years old to increase their employability in the long term by building connections to the Cultural & Creative Sectors through educational frameworks.

Our Latest Activities

The Building Talent programme offers a series of 5 workshops and 4 mentoring sessions of 1 day in each country (Belgium, Greece, Latvia) to support emerging artists in their professional development. cost of 30 lorazepam

After reviewing the applications received, young artists will be selected for each country and will benefit from a hands-on approach to developing their careers.

The workshops will be delivered in September 2023.

Application Deadline: 15/8/2023

Research on Needs – Results

Building Talent Consortium conducted desk research and quantitative research for information on the economic status of artists and the state of the cultural sector at the macro level. The research was complemented by the implementation of open discussions with young and/or successful artists and cultural professionals conducted in each partner country following guidelines designed by the Belgian project partner CreaD.

A number of needs have been recognized, some of which appear to be very recurrent, while others appear to be more marginal.

The results show that it is essential to provide young artists with financial and economic management skills of their activities, which they have not learned or have learned little about during their artistic training.

Other skills, such as the managerial management of their activities or those relating to the digital aspects of their work (presentation of their work, networking, etc.) appeared to be crucial to an independent professional artistic activity and often cruelly lacking among the artists interviewed, who were condemned to learn these skills “on the job” for want of anything better.

The results and data collected helped partners to shape the Building Talent training material.

To access the newsletter, click on the following link: https://building-talent.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Building-Talent_Newsletter_July-2023-1.pdf.

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The Building Talent project aims to reinforce artists as the most significant actors in the Cultural & Creative Sectors into increasing their economic potential and competitiveness by developing skills and creating connections to already experienced actors in the field.

The project responds to the challenges faced by young artists following the pandemic and the steadily high unemployment rates in the EU. It creates a scheme that will support young artists from 18 to 30 years old to increase their employability in the long term by building connections to the Cultural & Creative Sectors through educational frameworks. midazolam 9 mg

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Building Talent is a European project that empowers young artists to survive in the Cultural & Creative Sectors. It cultivates innovative techniques and skills related to employment while at the same time, it raises among the experts of the sector the barriers that a career is accompanied with.

The following goals will be fulfilled:

1. Highlight the importance art and the CCS have on local and european economy.
2. Support the art world professionals and further diffuse their work to younger generations.
3. Enhance expert’s inside knowledge sharing on innovative aspects of the work in the CCS.

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