We’re passionate about providing creatives with industry access, exposure and mentorship
Get introduced to employers in the creative space, access industry events, workshops, and masterclasses, find a mentor and build your portfolio and experience with freelance gigs, internships, and hands-on projects.
FOR THE ASPIRING..
The Community
After witnessing first-hand the realities of the creative industry; and the limited access to opportunity for young people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, The Creative Association was founded to challenge that imbalance.
Built from lived experience, its purpose is to support and promote creatives globally, foster inclusivity, and close the access gap within the creative industries. Through mentorship, training, portfolio development, and meaningful industry connections, it empowers underrepresented creatives to build their portfolios, kick-start their careers, and establish long-term, sustainable pathways into the industries they aspire to enter.
The Creative Association operates globally with members from countries such as the United Kingdom, France, Italy, the United States, the United Arab Emirates, Canada, India, the Philippines, Nigeria, South Africa and more, across all creative sectors and disciplines.
About Us
The Mission: To champion young creatives from underrepresented and low-socioeconomic backgrounds, by closing the opportunity gap in creative sectors, providing mentorship, portfolio-building opportunities, industry training, and direct access to professional networks.
Who We Support: Operating globally, we support a diverse community of creatives across media & storytelling; visual arts & content creation; fashion & styling; creative strategy & direction; tech, gaming & innovation and more, helping them kick-start and build sustainable, meaningful careers.
Why It Matters: Despite the global creative economy being valued at over $2 trillion, access to meaningful opportunities within the industry remains disproportionately limited for young people from low socio-economic backgrounds. These barriers are not due to a lack of talent, but a lack of access.
Your Creative Journey Starts Here
Unparalleled access to mentorship, career-building opportunities, and hands-on industry experience. Whether you’re just starting out or have no idea where to start at all, The Creative Association is for the creatives, the industry overlooks.
Become A Member
Your creative tribe is waiting. Join The Creative Association today and connect with 100s of creatives across the globe, just like you.
What Our Creatives Are Saying
“This opportunity not only enhanced my organisational and communication skills but also allowed me to connect with incredible professionals in the fashion industry. A big thank you to Phadria.”
— Donna, 20, United Kingdom
“I'm so grateful and beyond happy to have had my first experience at London Fashion Week. I've received too many positive feedback and as a designer, that helped my confidence. Phadria thank you for having me.”
— Iman, 22, United Kingdom
“I want to personally thank you for letting me in the Creative Community and giving me an opportunity to work for Fashion Week. It has been a pleasure.”
— Varnika, 21, India