| Start Date | Duration | Cost | Max Participant Numbers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday 13th June 2025 | 12 x training days | Free | 8 |
Overview
The programme, supported under Skillnet Ireland’s Skills Connect Scheme, will be offered FREE to 8 participants, and will run twice a week across 7 weeks in June & July 2025 (online and two in-person sessions*).
It will equip the participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the creative industries effectively, focusing on the role of administration and project management within the sector.
Deadline to apply: Friday 30.05.2025, 5pm
* Participants outside of Dublin will receive a bursary to cover travel expenses for the in-person sessions. Breakfast & lunch will also be provided
Course Dates
- 13th June – 24th July – Thursdays & Fridays 10am-1pm.
The two in-person sessions will be all day.
See calendar below
Location:
- The sessions on Friday 13th June and Thursday 17th July will take place in person in Dublin
- The rest of the sessions will take place online, on Zoom
Programme Aims:
The programme will provide a broad overview of project management and administrative fundamentals, equipping participants with knowledge and essential skills specific to the Creative and Cultural Sectors.
Participants will receive training facilitated and delivered by industry experts, along with a series of panels and guests speakers, covering a wide range of perspectives within the industry.
The sessions will cover Project Management Fundamentals, Budgeting & Bookkeeping, Communications & Marketing, Events Management, Organisational Skills, CV + Interview Skills, and Funding Applications.
The programme also endeavours to support participants in identifying suitable work placement opportunities as trainees in a creative organisation/company in Ireland.
Who is it aimed at?
Skills Connect offers bespoke upskilling and training solutions, designed by enterprise, aimed at supporting re-entry into the workforce for those who are unemployed or underemployed.
This programme is not open to students or those in full-time employment.
The programme is suitable for anyone wishing to:
- Start a career in the creative industries
- Transition from other sectors or disciplines
- Take up an upskilling pathway in the sector after a prolonged break
Applicants do not need to have studied or worked in the creative or cultural sectors but should have a keen interest in working in these areas. For example: Production Companies, Theatre Companies, Broadcasters, Festivals, Galleries, or Resource Organisations.
The programme aims to bring together a mix of diverse voices to reflect the rich and diverse communities in contemporary Ireland and positively encourage applications from diverse and under-represented groups.
Due to our funding parameters, this programme is only available to residents of the Republic of Ireland.
What is the Commitment?
Participants are required to attend all sessions (see calendar below):
- Two in person sessions on June 13th and July 17th at FLUX Dublin.
- Nine online sessions delivered on Zoom
- Assessment & Evaluation: Participants are required to provide a feedback report after completing the programme
Confirmed Trainers so far:
Michelle Cahill (Luail, Ireland’s National Dance Company), Delphine Coudray (Animation Ireland), Niamh Herrity (Pink Kong Studios), Orla King (Orla King Coaching), Carmel Murray (GenBase Solutions), Noelia Ruiz (Freelance Producer, Comms Consultant & Lecturer).
Application Process
Applicants are required to submit a personal statement of intent and a brief CV.
The personal statement of intent is an opportunity for applicants to share their story, that is, tell us why they are the right person for this programme (max 600 words).
You can find the application form here.
If you have any queries or there are barriers you feel limit your access to the application process, please contact us on CreativeIndustriesCCIS[at]gmail.com so we can best support you within the means available to us.
If you would prefer to meet one of our team to talk through these guidelines or would like to submit your application in another format (like video), please contact us on CreativeIndustriesCCIS[at]gmail.com
Key Date
- Deadline: Friday 30.05.2025 at 5pm
- Shortlisted Candidates Contact Date: Thursday 05.06.2025
- Shortlisted Candidates Zoom Interview: Friday 06.06.2025
- Selected participants will be contacted on Monday 09.06.2025
- In Person Sessions: 13 June & 17 July 2025 at FLUX Dublin
- Online Sessions: From 19th June to 24th July, Thursdays & Fridays, 10am-1pm
Costs/fee
FREE under the Skills Connect programme, funded through Skillnet Ireland. For the in-person sessions, travel will be covered for those living outside Dublin, as well as breakfast and lunch.
Programme Testimonials, 2024 participants
- “I just wanted to say thank you so much for this course. It’s the best short training course that I’ve ever done.”
Maria Connolly
- “I’d like to thank you again for such a brilliant course, I really got a lot out of it.”
Mairead Burke
- “I will be sure to recommend this programme to people I know.”
Tobias Mbanusi - “Thanks again for facilitating such an amazing training programme.”
Marie Hennemann