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Sharing on behalf of our friends @photoworks_uk

Photoworks would like to appoint two Writers in Residence for 2026 to each contribute to two issues of Photography+. This role includes working closely with Photoworks’ Assistant Curator and Editor, Amin Yousefi, to meet deadlines and deliver two articles of approximately 1000 words.

Photography+ is our quarterly online magazine. Read by international audiences, the digital publication showcases new writing, imagery, and perspectives on photography. This is a paid residency with a fee of £300 per article.

Photoworks strives to be an inclusive organisation that represents a broad range of experiences and perspectives. We are particularly interested to hear from candidates who are underrepresented in the arts sector because of ethnicity, socio-economic background, and/or disability.

Apply for free via our website - link in bio @photoworks_uk
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🎥 Screen South: Routes to Market Workshops in partnership with Createsoutheast

Join them for a 1-day intensive workshop designed for Film, TV, Games and Digital Content companies looking to finance, sell and distribute their projects with a strong focus on getting your work market-ready.

The session will explore all four sub-sectors, recognising their distinct needs and dynamics, while also highlighting the shared opportunities between them. Expect cross-platform insights that encourage fresh thinking, collaboration, and ways to amplify reach and value.

You’ll learn from specialist screen industry facilitators, alongside experts in commissioning, sales and distribution across TV, Film, Games and Digital.

✨ What you need to know:
- Free places for all Create South East participants (past and present)
- Lunch and hospitality provided
Limited places available. Please only book if you can attend
📅 Booking deadline: 9 February
👉 Book via the link below
https://form.jotform.com/screensouth2024/routes-to-market

KENT
Friday 13th February
10-5pm Followed by Networking
Maidstone Studios,
New Cut Road,
Maidstone,
Kent,
ME14 5NZ
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SUSSEX
Friday 20th February
10-5pm Followed by Networking
Hotel Du Vin
2 Ship Street,
Brighton,
England,
BN1 1AD
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ESSEX
Friday 27th February
10-5pm Followed by Networking
Mercury Theatre
Balkerne Gate,
Colchester
CO1 1PT
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📢 New Blog Live!

Read the latest blog - Access case study: The Historic Dockyard Chatham.

Last year, #CreativeMedway supported a sector working group to develop a new Access Toolkit for local venues and event makers. Since then, we’ve been checking in with some of the organisations using it to see howaccessibility is shaping their work. We’re excited to share what they’ve learned

Read the blog via link in bio.

Access the toolkit via link in bio.

#Accessibility #AccessToolKit

Image description: A wheelchair user explores a hands-on museum display with tactile rope elements, supported by another visitor, highlighting accessible exhibition design.
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Calling local business owners & entrepreneurs looking to grow your network, spark new ideas, and pick up practical business tips you can actually use! 👀

☕ The Dockyard Business Club at The Historic Dockyard Chatham is the place to be. Join for a relaxed morning of connection, coffee, and great conversation, plus inspiring speakers sharing quick wins in mindset, strategy, and business tools.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, this is a brilliant opportunity to meet like-minded local businesses, share experiences, and expand your circle in a friendly, welcoming setting.

📅 Wednesday 18 February
⏰ 10.30am – 12.30pm
📍Historic Dockyard Chatham
✨ Don’t miss out – your next great connection could be waiting.
👉 Book your place here: https://thedockyard.co.uk/events/dockyard-business-club

#MedwayBusiness #KentEntrepreneurs #DockyardBusinessClub
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Head to our website and click the button at the bottom of our homepage.

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See you on the inside!

#CreativeMedwayNewsletter
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Join us at Nucleus Arts, Chatham for the next Creative Medway Meet-up on 3rd February, 10.30am - 12.30pm. We will be welcoming guest speaker Vardeep Edwards of @thebrandingfox to talk all things marketing.

Vardeep Edwards is the founder of The Branding Fox, a strategic brand and design partner for mission-led businesses ready to move beyond DIY and build brands that truly reflect their impact. With over 20 years’ experience, and having worked with organisations including ODEON, Marie Curie, Pentagram and EMAP, Vardeep helps founders and teams move from makeshift branding to bold, professional identities that build confidence and authority.

Her approach is thoughtful, creative and tailored, bringing clarity, cohesion and depth to brands that want to stand out for the right reasons. Vardeep is also co-host of The Courageous Collective podcast, celebrating women of colour who dare to do things differently as creative business founders.

No need to book, just turn up! We look forward to seeing you there.

@CreativeMedway #CreativeMedwayMeetUps #NucleusArts #CreativeMedway
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👀 Calling all Medway creatives!

Have you joined our Creative Directory yet?

This is your chance to unlock exciting work and collaboration opportunities, so don’t miss out. Join us today and showcase your talents!

Head to our website www.creativemedway.co.uk now and be a part of the community.

#CreativeMedway #CreativeDirectory #CreativeCommunity
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📢 New Blog Live!

Read the latest blog - Medway: Five Years of Cultural Transformation, written by Medway Council’s Head of Culture, Heritage & Libraries Paul Cowell. Paul reflects on the five year milestone and what the future holds.

"Let’s build a Medway where creativity isn’t just celebrated – it’s embedded in our economy, our health, and our places."

👉 https://creativemedway.co.uk/medway-five-years-of-cultural-transformation - website link in bio.

#CreativeMedway #NewBlog #MedwayKent
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📢 Does your work reduce health inequalities in Medway?

Medway is becoming a Marmot Place - a community focussed on making health fairer for everyone. As part of this, Medway Council are building an online directory of local services that help reduce health inequalities.

Do you offer activities, support or run projects which are:

✅ Based in Medway or support Medway residents
✅ Reduce health inequalities
✅ Improve the building blocks of health (housing, income, education, access to healthcare, etc.)

Simply fill out the form and add your services 👉 Link in bio

📧 Questions or want to join the Medway Marmot Place Partnership? Email marmot@medway.gov.uk

Find out more about Medway’s Marmot Places here 👉 https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200887/medway_marmot_place