From entrepreneurial master class clinics to digital publishing micro-conferences and a next level digital content creation workshop that drew together vocalists, spoken word artists and digital music creators, the first phase of Scripts and Bars was packed with exciting and valuable learning experiences.
This next level digital content project saw 100 creatives from the UK and Zimbabwe learn from industry experts and veterans how to run their own creative businesses, present, and produce digital content for radio, leverage blockchain technology and NFTs to promote their work and best of all, collaborate across borders to produce some new content.
Participants benefited from networking opportunities at cocktail and mixer events where they were treated to live spoken word performances from their peers and music performance by special guest, Zimbabwean Afro-soul sensation, Bryan K.
Now, after a successful first run, Scripts and Bars is back for its second half. And it’s going to be even more exciting than before.
What’s In Store
Leveraging on the continual buzz about NFTs and blockchain technology, virtual reality and the Meta-verse, the second phase of Scripts and Bars will be focusing on assisting young creatives in creating content for these rising digital platforms, whilst also helping them level up on their creative hustle.
The second phase of Scripts and Bars runs from May to September and will feature an exciting array of events and activities that include:
- Digital Content Creation Workshops
- Intercity-residencies
- Mentorship Sessions
- Exhibitions and Mixers
- Radio-Take Overs
- Twitter Space Discussions
Under Scripts and Bars, a total 100 creatives and professionals from the music and literature sectors will once again be presented with the opportunity to gain practical skills in digital content creation, develop their entrepreneurial skills, collaborate to produce next level digital content and receive grants to create digital content.
Creatives across sectors will have the opportunity to learn about content creation from leading influencers and content creators from Zimbabwe and the UK , join in on online mentorship and training sessions and showcase some of their work on radio and upcoming conferences and exhibitions.
There will also be some exciting exhibitions and conferences open to the public. Follow the #ScriptsandBars on social media to receive updates and communication on the project.
About Scripts and Bars
Scripts and Bars is a next level digital content creation stimulus project delivered by Kay Media Africa(Zim) in collaboration with Reprezent (UK), working with Creative Hubs such as Comexposed, Khura Agency and Page Poetry Alive.
This project is supported by the British Council Cultural Economy programme, which supports cultural organisations, festivals, artists, and creatives between the countries of SSA and the UK to create art, build networks, collaborate and develop markets and share artists’ work with audiences.
About the British Council
The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We build connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and other countries through arts and culture, education and the English language. Last year we reached over 80 million people directly and 791 million people overall including online, broadcasts and publications. Founded in 1934, we are a UK charity governed by Royal Charter and a UK public body. We receive a 15 per cent core funding grant from the UK government. www.britishcouncil.org
About Comexposed
Comexposed is the organisation behind the Zimbabwean Digital Arts, Technology and Innovation Convention, Converge.
Comexposed is the collective effort of digital artists and creators in Zimbabwe showcasing their work, progress, and dreams and aims to bring together Zimbabwean digital creators under one banner to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing and growth in skills. To this end, Comexposed has built a community of digital creators breaking the boundaries in Zimbabwe, Africa and the World.
About Khura Agency
Khura Agency is an A2B AGENCY – ARTIST TO BUSINESS agency helping artists do business creatively & efficiently. Khura provides the final connection with their audience, the smarter approach in the creative hustle.
About Reprezent
Broadcasting since 2011, and now from 3 shipping containers in Brixton, Reprezent Radio prides itself on its forward-thinking underground music. Reprezent’s DJ’s and presenters all work in the music industry; produce their own music, run their own labels and club nights- meaning the station’s sound is always on the cutting edge of music- across every single genre imaginable.
About Page Poetry Alive
Page Poetry Alive (PPA) is a poetry collective that nurtures storytellers from page poets to Spoken Word artists with a focus on Youth Development and explorative work.
Founded in March 2017, PPA has become a hub for the growth of brands within the arts and culture sectors. It started as a hub serving a community of creatives from in and around Harare, but it has now spread to areas outside Zimbabwe and beyond: working with artists from Botswana, South Africa, Mozambique, UK, Barbados, Malawi, USA, Mauritius and Zambia. The main aim being to practice art coexistence and encourage experimental work while facilitating exchange across art forms.
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