Jen Sullivan (Executive Producer) and Rafia Hussain (Strategic Producer) will guide you through five days of intensive skills development, teaching you as someone who is starting out as a producer, or a self-producing artist.
Producer Bootcamp will be a deep dive into the role of a producer, and what skills & knowledge you will need to produce your own work and the work of others. Some of the topics we will cover are: Project Management, Touring, Budgets, Funding Bids, Audience Development, Marketing & PR, Tour Packs, Logistics of Touring, and much more.
You can find out more about In Good Company and the work we do here on our website: igcmidlands.com
FAQs
What can I expect?
The bootcamp will explore a wide range of skills and industry knowledge. Each day is broken down into a morning and afternoon session, with breaks throughout.
Who is this for?
This course is aimed at early career producers, or self-producing artists who wish to learn more about producing as a skill. This course is suited for those wanting to learn more about producing in the subsidised performing sector.
Previous attendees include early-career artists and producers, recent graduates and theatre students, and freelancers sponsored by organisations to develop their skills.
Feedback from previous sessions:
“[…] The information given was clear, concise, well planned and delivered, yet I didn’t find it preachy or condescending the tone was perfect!”
“I really enjoyed the course and it was extremely informative. Jen and Rafia were fantastic and very approachable.”
Access
If you have any access requirements, please email igc@derby.ac.uk and we can discuss ways we can support you.
*An option to pay in instalments is available. To access this, please call Derby Theatre Box Office on 01332 59 39 39. Final payment will be due 1 week before the bootcamp begins. (Booking online does not offer the ability to pay in instalments).
You will need to bring a laptop or device to work from for the intensive.
If you require accommodation for the week, please get in contact with us for a discount code on nearby hotels.