Praneeta Mahajan
Hamilton, 25 October 2022
Elevate Programme by Creative Waikato
Creative Waikato, is a non-profit organisation that has been working to help the arts, support the community, and make creative things happen since 2012.
They develop, support and champion Waikato arts and culture by understanding the unique needs of our bold and ambitious creative sector.
Continuing their support of artists in the region, a fresh, learn-your-way version of Creative Waikato’s Elevate Programme is open for applications now, boasting the same game-changing content, in an even more accessible format.
The programme is available for highly motivated creative practitioners aged 18 to 64 years, who are eligible to work in New Zealand and are residing in the Waikato region.
The previous version’s barrier of needing to allocate a full day’s Mahi to attending live weekly workshops has been replaced with a suite of pre-recorded workshops that participants can work through in their own time, around their schedules.
All the artist needs is self-motivation, Internet access, currently residing in Waikato, and their eyes set on achieving a sustainable, financially viable creative career.
“It has been awesome to see how the ELEVATE programme has continued to develop.” Says Creative Waikato CEO, Dr Jeremy Mayall.
Creative Waikato Elevate Participants
For all individuals with creative ambitions, who are working full-time, Live rurally or have recently graduated and looking for avenues or those who feel that a creative career has been just out of reach for any reasons, ‘Elevate’ has the material, resources and support to help finally make it happen. Completely free with no hidden fees, Waikato artists now have access to the free, Elevate Creative Careers programme on their own time, online and without the need to travel.
“Our team has put together a range of useful resources, processes, information and support that have been put into action with Waikato creatives to help take local creative careers to the next level.”
Aside from the workshops, participants can expect a Professional Development Plan, monthly online hui’s, and support from industry experts at Creative Waikato.
“This next iteration of the programme is all about accessibility.” Shares Mayall. “It has been designed to provide additional flexibility, where you can set your timeframes, work to your schedule, still get all the information and resources, and become part of a supportive community of creative professionals as well. We are excited to see where ELEVATE creatives will take their work next!”
Participants can exit the programme at any time and can simply follow the process to enrol themselves and gain access to the knowledge and support bank available at Creative Waikato to realise their individual success plans.
All criteria, FAQ and sign-up forms are on the Creative Waikato website or at www.elevatecreative.co.nz
Praneeta Mahajan is an Indian Newslink Reporter based in Hamilton.
