The self-image of designers and artists in the business world is somewhat unconventional. Nevertheless, there are many creatives who work independently in the so-called creative and culture industries. To be successful in the fields of film, art and design, to find a gainful way of sharing your ideas with the world, requires a certain amount of entrepreneurial know-how ranging from analysing one’s idea’s market potential to the drafting of a business plan to choosing the appropriate form of organisation to accounting and finance. Industry-specific knowledge is needed, too, be it about design, art, film funding, grants or copyright issues. Among many other things, Smart-up arranges free-of-charge personal coaching sessions with experts covering all aspects of self-employment and starting up a business, it organises and shares information about professional events, and shares valuable contacts.
Get in touch with a brief description of your project or business idea and of your objectives.
