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Origin 2009: Pre-Application Briefing Event

Origin 2009: Pre-Application Briefing Event
Monday 16th February 2009

The Crafts Council, in conjunction with the Design & Made Gallery, is holding a briefing day event for makers who are interested in applying to Origin: The London Craft Fair.

This is an exclusive opportunity to find out how to apply, meet with the organisers, network with other makers and have any of your queries answered about preparing for the event. You will also hear direct from past Origin exhibitors who will talk about their experience and how Origin has benefited their careers.

All makers are invited to attend. This is particularly beneficial if you have not participated at a national event or you may be new to making and want to consider this for the future or you want to find out a bit more about Origin 2009 before you apply and get valuable tips from past exhibitors. Makers at all stages of career are welcome. The details are:

Date: Monday 16th February 2009
Time: 1.30 – 5pm
Address: Designed & Made Gallery, Level 1, Live Theatre, Broad Chare, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3DQ
Map: http://www.designedandmade.co.uk/contact_map.php
Cost: FREE

The event will include:

· Outline of Origin and criteria for applicants
· How Origin will benefit your career
· Being an Exhibitor, preparing for an event, using the event to attract commissions, handling enquiries, record keeping and planning for the next event
· The benefits of exhibiting at Origin, what is required of an exhibitor? Selling direct to trade and public buyers, pricing, invoicing, delivery, follow ups and repeat business
· Networking at previews and special events
· The promotional campaign for Origin – what benefits exhibitors get from a campaign across e-marketing/distribution/advertising and PR. How makers are supported to get the best out of their own marketing and press with Crafts Council advice and input
· Complimentary CRAFTS Magazine

Refreshments will be available throughout the afternoon but please note that lunch is not included. If you would like to attend, please RSVP by email to Sophie Mutevelian s_mutevelian@craftscouncil.org.uk <s_mutevelian@craftscouncil.org.uk> by Monday 9th February. Further details will be sent once you have booked.

Spaces are limited and on a first come first serve basis so please reply asap. If you have any queries please contact Sophie on 020 7806 2565.