
NXT: Fair Director
What does it take to become an Art Fair Director? Sophie Parker, Fair Director of Photo London, shared how she rose from Gallery Development Manager to Director in just six years. She shared the key skills behind her success and what her typical day looks like.

Creating a Headline-Worthy Press Release
Journalist Nancy Durrant has read hundreds of press releases and Rosanna Hawkins, Director at Rees & Co, a leading cultural communications agency, has written even more. Together, they shared their insights on crafting a headline-worthy press release.

How to Work with Prints & Editions
Sarah Kravitz began selling prints in a market stall in Brick Lane. Now, she is a leader in the screen print community running FAWW Gallery and was best placed to introduce us to the world of print and editions in the commercial art market. Here are our key takeaways:

AWITA Event: Hardwiring Change for Women in the Arts Workplace
NXT GEN Members have access to the recording of AWITA’s recent panel discussion that addressed systemic challenges, and explored actionable opportunities to gender equity in the arts.

A Starter's Toolkit to Media
This four-part series is a beginner's guide to essential media skills every arts professional should have as they embark on their career.
From crafting the perfect pitch to navigating digital platforms, these will provide a roadmap to media confidence and strategic communication.

NXT: Associate Gallery Director
Charlotte Leseberg Smith's Career Takeaways as the Associate Gallery Director of Soho Revue

How to Fight FOMO
Stacey Duguid spoke to members about tackling FOMO, explaining that the "fear of missing out" stems from our innate need for social connection—something social media tends to amplify.

How to Set Healthy Professional Goals and Boundaries
It’s one thing to talk about setting goals , but doing it — especially when you’re just starting out in your career — can be daunting when you’re unsure what’s realistic or even where to begin.

How to Thrive, Survive, and Make the Right Decisions When Finding a Job
A top arts recruiter and lawyer shared their smart strategies and financial savvy insights into navigating the job market and the Workers' Rights Bill.

NXT: Development Manager
Jess Straub, Development & Sponsorship Manager at Nottingham Playhouse, shared her unique career trajectory and the pivotal moments that got her where she is today. She broke down what it’s really like to work in development and fundraising in the cultural sector, and the key skills involved.