Support new talent.
There’s often a barrier for entry for young black creatives in the creative industries. How can we hope to see more black talent, if we don’t give them the opportunities to refine their craft? Consider giving someone new a chance to pitch for a brief. The pitching experience alone, with constructive feedback, will help them on their journey to succeed.
At the start of each month, this page will be updated to showcase different creatives that would value an extra consideration.
Pay a fair wage.
Lydia Mbala, Shoot Producer
Location: London
Opportunities sought: Projects with a focus on spotlighting ethnic minorities, with diverse crew
Email: misslmbala@googlemail.com
Sarah Harry-Isaacs, Photographer
Location: London
Opportunities sought: Especially interested in storytelling, fashion, music and sustainability. Would also like to work with more record labels and magazines.
Email: sarah.harryisaacs@gmail.com
Elliott Quashie, Motion Designer
Location: Leicester & Manchester
Opportunities sought: Open to all photography briefs
Email: Open to all briefs, but especially interested in video briefs.
Bokani Tshidzu, Painter
Location: London
Opportunities sought: Collaborations for paintings: book and album covers, sustainable fashion, interior design
Creative Consultancy: brand experiences
Community projects: Working with charities and/or groups interested in creative programmes or workshops especially refugees, teenagers and the elderly
Email: b@artbybokani.com
Javana Boothe, Graphic Designer
Location: London
Opportunities sought: Particularly interested in print and digital briefs across music, film, TV and gaming.
Email: javanaboothe@hotmail.co.uk