Wondering if the 9-5 desk life is for you? If it’s even a question, join Freelance Essentials. The programme is designed for students and graduates who want to learn everything about starting and running a successful freelance business. Participants also have the chance to apply for in-programme funding. From discovering the world of freelance opportunities, securing clients and building your personal brand, we’ve got you covered.
Why choose Freelance Essentials?
Freelance Essentials is your gateway to freelancing success, offering a comprehensive programme tailored to aspiring freelancers like you. Led by industry professionals and successful freelancers, this programme provides hands-on experience, expert insights, and a supportive community that empowers you to build a thriving freelance career.
Benefits and outcomes
- Step 1: Discover your passion - Uncover your unique talents and passions that will drive your freelance career forward
- Step 2: Learn the ropes - Master essential freelancing skills, from client communication to project management and pitching to secure paid freelance work.
- Step 3: Launch your Freelance Business - Develop a solid foundation to start and grow your freelance business successfully making use of your skills and entrepreneurial mindset
What you'll access
- Expert workshops: Gain insights from industry experts, starting from idea creation to presenting a pitch-perfect plan.
- Employability skills: Develop highly sought-after employability skills that make you stand out in today's competitive job market.
- Pioneer Bursary: Access funding of between £250 to £500 to kick-start your business dream.
- Mentoring sessions: Benefit from the guidance of experienced mentors, industry experts, and successful entrepreneurs throughout the programme.
- Networking events: Showcase your ideas, make connections, and pitch your vision to potential partners.
- Field trips: Immerse yourself in real-world entrepreneurship through visits to local businesses, incubators, and start-ups.
- Freelance Challenge: Opportunity to earn points and climb the leaderboard through participation, with top performers receiving funding awards.
Programme content
- Session 1: Discover Freelance: Why are you Freelancing and What's Your Proposition?
- Session 2: Registering as Self-Employed and Pitch for Jobs as a Freelancer
- Session 3: The Freelancer's Pricing Guide: Determining Your Rates with Confidence
- Session 4: Strategies to Find and Engage with Clients
- Session 5: Finances Made Easy: Managing Your Finances as a Freelancer
Additional sessions available live and on-demand:
- Freelancing: The First 100 Days
- Vision Quest: How the early days of your business are vital for future success?
- Propositions and how they shape landing clients
- Pitch Perfect: what clients expect your pitch to say?
- The Price is Right! How can you learn to ask for the right amount?
- Clients and Branding; What do they want to see?
How to join
Kickstart your freelance journey and reach your true potential with Freelance Essentials. Whether you are just starting your journey or looking to master some skills, this programme is your launchpad to success.
To join, please follow the link below to the application page.
Join Freelance EssentialsGo to the Enterprise Programme 23-24 application page