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When you offer accessible services, you reach more diverse audiences and employees - people who are not disabled benefit from accessibility.

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That there is a lot of people out there that want to work in the arts and there just isn’t enough funding to support that 

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That there is a lot of people out there that want to work in the arts and there just isn’t enough funding to support that 

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Digital isn’t just a tool for promotion. It’s a way to connect, grow and future proof As an organisation we have also learnt the importance of consistency in relation to regular structured digital comms actually building trust and visibility far more than one off ad hoc comms . having the dedicated  experience and resource  shows us all what is really possible . Without The Artswork programme we could never have afforded to put that resource through Erin in place . So a huge thank you 

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Digital isn’t just a tool for promotion. It’s a way to connect, grow and future proof As an organisation we have also learnt the importance of consistency in relation to regular structured digital comms actually building trust and visibility far more than one off ad hoc comms . having the dedicated  experience and resource  shows us all what is really possible . Without The Artswork programme we could never have afforded to put that resource through Erin in place . So a huge thank you 

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That we should all be pushing our funders and local and regional government departments to stop the short-termism and to recognise the value of 3-5yrs funding cycles to maximise positive change and development!

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An ArtWork scheme that allowed us to professionally develop staff we already have (through CPD, accreditation, expansion of part time hours to full time, etc) would greatly enhance the skills base in the sector

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An ArtWork scheme that allowed us to professionally develop staff we already have (through CPD, accreditation, expansion of part time hours to full time, etc) would greatly enhance the skills base in the sector

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As a result of the Art Works programme, UTO has created a new trading subsidiary company aimed at commercialising the digital IP that we have developed.

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As a result of the Art Works programme, UTO has created a new trading subsidiary company aimed at commercialising the digital IP that we have developed.

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The new company is called HoloEdge Digital

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Recruitment of skills needed in our sector, such as digital skills, is limited by the salaries and benefits we can offer. Even by investing in entry level roles, individuals have been seen to leave to work in fields with more stability, higher salaries, or easier workloads than the charity sector. Retaining staff is a huge challenge even with secured funding

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Recruitment of skills needed in our sector, such as digital skills, is limited by the salaries and benefits we can offer. Even by investing in entry level roles, individuals have been seen to leave to work in fields with more stability, higher salaries, or easier workloads than the charity sector. Retaining staff is a huge challenge even with secured funding

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How to look after paye and NI contribution. How to team build. How to plan further than a few months in advance. How to write legal Contacts. How to react and adapt to people and quick changing situations. Problem solving. Responding calmly and managing unexpected employee situations.

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I learnt a lot about how the industry works with things like funding and how to stage things and how to run successful programmes when it comes to facilitating. For me personally, I learnt that I have a lot of creativity in me and that I am very lucky to have had the opportunity to exercise these skills and to refine them to become a better artist.

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Someone new and talented is now in the work force contributing to the organisation, the music sector, and the local economy. 

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Someone new and talented is now in the work force contributing to the organisation, the music sector, and the local economy. 

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The learning from the Artwork programme which has been forged by the Academic Partnerships has a strength indepth which can change governments perspectives of the whole Creative Industries, of we could consolidate a "collective narrative " coming from Artwork partners that could allow us win the funding challenges, to articulate the benefits of investment backed by the expertise that is proven !

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The amount of community organisations that benefit for funding and the necessity of continued support 

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The amount of community organisations that benefit for funding and the necessity of continued support 

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Keeping up with social media trends such as better understanding and utilising tik tok and instagram to tell our story 

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Keeping up with social media trends such as better understanding and utilising tik tok and instagram to tell our story 

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The people you bring into a creative organisation must themselves be creative. These roles are not straightforward; they require ongoing adjustment and definition. Without the right creative people, the development of a truly creative service simply cannot happen.

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The people you bring into a creative organisation must themselves be creative. These roles are not straightforward; they require ongoing adjustment and definition. Without the right creative people, the development of a truly creative service simply cannot happen.

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It has shown us that with support there is scope for us to develop individuals and enable their return to the creative industries. Being able to focus our attention on developing skills and knowledge with our employee has also allowed us to consider what we really need from future employees to support our growth.

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It has shown us that with support there is scope for us to develop individuals and enable their return to the creative industries. Being able to focus our attention on developing skills and knowledge with our employee has also allowed us to consider what we really need from future employees to support our growth.

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The scope and depth of the creative industry in N. Ireland and why Future Screens and Future Foundation programmes are vital for growth especially considering poor per capita funding through other traditional sources

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Implementing and working to an annual marketing plan, being strategic. rather than marketing being a task taken on by the project owner when there is time to include it.

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Connections, however the future development has halted until we find further support for the employee. The funded artist brought the org on, built rep and connections. Produced multiple projects, established and nurtured relationships and is now back to volunteering in the post.

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Retention of roles and people is as important as creating them

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Retention of roles and people is as important as creating them

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The drama department that I've helped build will continue to operate with regular classes, I will continue to keep my job for as long as possible, I know I will be called on for events and for when it comes to theatre and film making, but nothing is ever set in stone without funding but I know I will continue to support my organisation and they will continue to support me as much as they can

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We are losing a lot of very talented and intelligent people to other sectors due to the lack of opportunity and stability. The number and level of people wanting to work in the arts far exceeds the opportunities available.

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We are losing a lot of very talented and intelligent people to other sectors due to the lack of opportunity and stability. The number and level of people wanting to work in the arts far exceeds the opportunities available.

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The position has become permanent and the company has grown enough to employ another person full time.

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The position has become permanent and the company has grown enough to employ another person full time.

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I have learned new skills that will help me to future proof my career and confidence in my abilities 

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I have learned new skills that will help me to future proof my career and confidence in my abilities 

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The importance of individual development and support to foster a healthy creative environment 

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The importance of individual development and support to foster a healthy creative environment 

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We have been awarded one of the two CoSTAR Screen Lab 5G funds to explore live audio-first immersive broadcasts

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We have been awarded one of the two CoSTAR Screen Lab 5G funds to explore live audio-first immersive broadcasts

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We will be streaming English National Opera’s dress rehearsal of Carmen to Studio Ulster on 6th October to be relayed in immersive audio in VP3 and on VR headsets.

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We have had two employees through the Art Work programme. Both were given entry pathways to their career which otherwise would not have been there. Both are continuing to work in this field. As an organisation this role helped grow and sustain us too. 

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We have had two employees through the Art Work programme. Both were given entry pathways to their career which otherwise would not have been there. Both are continuing to work in this field. As an organisation this role helped grow and sustain us too. 

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Post has now been turned into a new full time post, working on our Climate project 

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Post has now been turned into a new full time post, working on our Climate project 

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That I am more capable than I give myself credit for. My confidence has grown . It has been so much more than a job and the art work funding has been the most incredible experience, I am so grateful for it.

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That I am more capable than I give myself credit for. My confidence has grown . It has been so much more than a job and the art work funding has been the most incredible experience, I am so grateful for it.

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We were surprised by the recruitment process - so many hugely talented & newly qualified young people who were so keen to get their foot in the door & join the organisation

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We have a clear vision and confidence to back ourselves as leaders in out industry 

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We have a clear vision and confidence to back ourselves as leaders in out industry 

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We’ve been able to employ three part-time members of staff and are now looking at growing our facilitator connections. We would not have been able to understand what we needed without having the space to reflect and plan.

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We’ve been able to employ three part-time members of staff and are now looking at growing our facilitator connections. We would not have been able to understand what we needed without having the space to reflect and plan.

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Investment in new technology ( with confidence ) 

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Investment in new technology ( with confidence ) 

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I have been able to keep working in my position past the original cut off point 

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I have been able to keep working in my position past the original cut off point 

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The importance of valuing the individual development as well as the organisational development IE allowing an individual the safety to focus and grow in their area will create a better environment as an organisation and allow for more interesting ideas to form

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The importance of valuing the individual development as well as the organisational development IE allowing an individual the safety to focus and grow in their area will create a better environment as an organisation and allow for more interesting ideas to form

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Growth on our social medias and increased traffic through the gallery from visitors saying it’s their first time visiting and they found us via socials.

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Growth on our social medias and increased traffic through the gallery from visitors saying it’s their first time visiting and they found us via socials.

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Better audiences evaluation, understanding and connection 

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Better audiences evaluation, understanding and connection 

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That the creative industries need both creative roles and operational roles to function effectively 

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That the creative industries need both creative roles and operational roles to function effectively 

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We have a brand new website, and our brand is cohesive and streamlined

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That roles are not static, they are ever changing and skills and new practices are constantly being learned

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That roles are not static, they are ever changing and skills and new practices are constantly being learned

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Creativity and the space to be creative is so important, my value for creativity has changed significantly 

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Creativity and the space to be creative is so important, my value for creativity has changed significantly 

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Creating new roles in the organisation is a work in progress and needs to be flexible and to work with the person in developing the role so it works for both sides

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Creating new roles in the organisation is a work in progress and needs to be flexible and to work with the person in developing the role so it works for both sides

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We have been able to work on creating a new immersive project

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That our future sustainability is only limited by our imagination and the tools we can put in place to support that vision. 

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That our future sustainability is only limited by our imagination and the tools we can put in place to support that vision. 

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Our audiences and service users with access needs in Sign language, learning disability, audio description and mobility needs had tailored one-to-one support- putting access needs as standard, playing a role in levelling the playing field for people with disabilities in the arts and cultural sector.

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Engaging  and partnering with high profile artists and designers facilitating bespoke events including pop up shops, fashion shows , personal shopping etc 

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Engaging  and partnering with high profile artists and designers facilitating bespoke events including pop up shops, fashion shows , personal shopping etc 

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The programme showed me how much fresh perspectives from new team members can energise and innovate our work

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The programme showed me how much fresh perspectives from new team members can energise and innovate our work

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Possibility to create new part time editorial role.

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We have completed a proof of concept with FSNI to develop a significant new service which will provide considerable scope for employment, training and development within textiles. We hope this will be operational by April 2027! 

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We have completed a proof of concept with FSNI to develop a significant new service which will provide considerable scope for employment, training and development within textiles. We hope this will be operational by April 2027! 

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It has been lovely to see Hannah grow in confidence. I feel whatever she decides in the future she will remain working in the creative sectors. This is what we need more talent, growing that talent and retaining it within the sector. She has brought so much to the team. 

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It has been lovely to see Hannah grow in confidence. I feel whatever she decides in the future she will remain working in the creative sectors. This is what we need more talent, growing that talent and retaining it within the sector. She has brought so much to the team. 

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New digital projects and training to help artists of all levels increase their understanding of and access to greater financial sustainability. 

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New digital projects and training to help artists of all levels increase their understanding of and access to greater financial sustainability. 

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Candidate has gone on to further employment and a more senior position in the company

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Candidate has gone on to further employment and a more senior position in the company

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We are making new public art performance opportunities

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An opportunity to meet the other Art Works employees to build a network of early career creative industry practitioners

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An opportunity to meet the other Art Works employees to build a network of early career creative industry practitioners

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How to be much more effective in our communications strategy which in turn has enabled us to grow and look at further funding and collaboration opportunities.

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How to be much more effective in our communications strategy which in turn has enabled us to grow and look at further funding and collaboration opportunities.

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Increased funding so that it wasn’t just an entry level job role level. 

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Increased funding so that it wasn’t just an entry level job role level. 

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We could have enhanced the salary, extended the duration of the programme and ask our participant what could be do better for you!

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Support with NI and pension. To reduce financial impact on organisation. 

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Support with NI and pension. To reduce financial impact on organisation. 

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Support with funding seeking after the lifespan of the 3yr and also some support with set up of DD/NI etc for orgs who embarked this for the first time 

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Support with funding seeking after the lifespan of the 3yr and also some support with set up of DD/NI etc for orgs who embarked this for the first time 

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 Better balance between in at the coal face and learning specific skills. More structured feedback. 

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 Better balance between in at the coal face and learning specific skills. More structured feedback. 

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Open the programme again. Give a percentage for direct line management to allow for mentoring (sorry if this was embedded in there but I wasn’t aware of the details). 

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Open the programme again. Give a percentage for direct line management to allow for mentoring (sorry if this was embedded in there but I wasn’t aware of the details). 

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Not ´because’ but definitely part of the growth of the organisation, professionalisation and strengthening of staff structure 

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Not ´because’ but definitely part of the growth of the organisation, professionalisation and strengthening of staff structure 

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So now that my 3 year post has ended, it would be helpful if there was some way of being advised on how to sustain the job and obtain more funding for beyond the 3 years, is there a pathway to sustaining this after building a functioning department which is essential to the organisation and to myself? What's next.

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New position was created which has contributed to significantly growing our audiences and enabled us to be much more efficient with our communications.

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New position was created which has contributed to significantly growing our audiences and enabled us to be much more efficient with our communications.

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Thankyou so much for making this possible.

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Offering a Living Wage with % increases year on year would help retain the employee and the investment each organisation put in

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Offering a Living Wage with % increases year on year would help retain the employee and the investment each organisation put in

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Supported networking opportunities and additional funding to support training 

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Supported networking opportunities and additional funding to support training 

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It built huge capacity within digital projects. 

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It built huge capacity within digital projects. 

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Further connection with other groups availing of the scheme so we could all help together.

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Further connection with other groups availing of the scheme so we could all help together.

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The multi-annual nature of the funding as well as the manageable amount of reporting required meant that we could strategically focus on capacity building

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A portal for posting All roles funded across organisations so that candidates could see all opportunities. The Crescent Arts Centre hosted a job fair event to support collaborative promotion of roles and this worked really well.

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A portal for posting All roles funded across organisations so that candidates could see all opportunities. The Crescent Arts Centre hosted a job fair event to support collaborative promotion of roles and this worked really well.

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Sourcing appropriate training was harder than we had expected. If FutureScreens could partner with quality training providers, the employee would not only receive relevant training but also opportunities to connect with other ArtWork colleagues at these events

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Sourcing appropriate training was harder than we had expected. If FutureScreens could partner with quality training providers, the employee would not only receive relevant training but also opportunities to connect with other ArtWork colleagues at these events

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Getting together with other artwork employees and funded orgs. Focus on collab from within artwork funded orgs as a first port of call for partnerships

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Getting together with other artwork employees and funded orgs. Focus on collab from within artwork funded orgs as a first port of call for partnerships

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 Difficult to apply for additional funding

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 Difficult to apply for additional funding

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More training and opportunities to collaborate with other participating organisations 

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More training and opportunities to collaborate with other participating organisations 

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Opportunities to engage with other support recipients to enable collaborative partnership working 

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Opportunities to engage with other support recipients to enable collaborative partnership working 

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specialist training to upskill

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Allow them to feed back to FSNI directly about their experiences, perhaps to a person that they can contact throughout to request advice / training / support if needed 

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Allow them to feed back to FSNI directly about their experiences, perhaps to a person that they can contact throughout to request advice / training / support if needed 

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More time to mentor the mentee, more space and time for training. A higher wage or opportunity for pay rise and not just cost of living/ inflationary amount.

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More time to mentor the mentee, more space and time for training. A higher wage or opportunity for pay rise and not just cost of living/ inflationary amount.

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We should have introduced supervision sooner. As we are representing the bereavement sector in Northern Ireland, we need to recognise that if our employees are not okay, then our organisation will not be okay, and ultimately, our service users will not be okay.

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We should have introduced supervision sooner. As we are representing the bereavement sector in Northern Ireland, we need to recognise that if our employees are not okay, then our organisation will not be okay, and ultimately, our service users will not be okay.

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Large scale events with local artists and helping them grow even more

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Large scale events with local artists and helping them grow even more

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More training and collaboration opportunities if possible 

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More training and collaboration opportunities if possible 

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Supported networking for them to create a supportive network of early career art workers in similar fields 

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Supported networking for them to create a supportive network of early career art workers in similar fields 

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It has worked very well, We would liked there to be a legacy phase two that would allow us the build on this success, to support our Art Work participation to good forward using gained skills to further develop new partnerships and further embed our collective learning experiences in government thinking as we go forward!

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More collaborations with other organisations, particularly for smaller orgs where Art Work employees may only have been working with 1-2 other people

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More collaborations with other organisations, particularly for smaller orgs where Art Work employees may only have been working with 1-2 other people

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More collaboration with other individuals outside of the organisation, as the room today has proven there would have been opportunities to develop partnerships and projects 

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More collaboration with other individuals outside of the organisation, as the room today has proven there would have been opportunities to develop partnerships and projects 

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Higher salary and more training opportunities 

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Higher salary and more training opportunities 

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Additional funding to support training and learning. Additional funding to support the organisation alongside the staff costs. 

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Additional funding to support training and learning. Additional funding to support the organisation alongside the staff costs. 

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More collaborations with other people/companies.

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More collaborations with other people/companies.

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Regular feedback sessions, and opportunities to engage in a wider range of projects, ensuring they feel fully supported and able to contribute their strengths

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Regular feedback sessions, and opportunities to engage in a wider range of projects, ensuring they feel fully supported and able to contribute their strengths

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Funding for the post did not include employer costs. This would have been helpful. 

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Funding for the post did not include employer costs. This would have been helpful. 