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Fast becoming a key date in Arnolfini’s calendar this annual careers event aimed primarily at 16 – 25 year olds is not to be missed.

Presented across the building at Arnolfini, Future Forward – The Event is hosted by Young Arnolfini. It offers presentations from inspirational artists, performers and creatives in the auditorium, music and refreshments in the foyer and an exhibition showcase of Young Arnolfini members’ work in the Light & Dark Studios. So, if you’re looking for a career in the arts, want invaluable advice, contacts and inspiration join us.

Confirmed speakers:

  • Emma Hayley – Embedded QA tester in the games industry and freelance 3D artist
  • Wayne Lindsay – Creative Director, designer and illustrator at Ideas of the Mind
  • Richard Maxwell – Freelance TV Producer/Director and cameraman and Head of Film and TV Production at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School 
  • Mark Smulian – renowned producer and musician who has had a huge involvement in the Middle-Eastern   crossover music scene
  • Lina B Frank – Producer and Theatre Maker working with circus, dance, multidisciplinary performance, art and curation

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