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Glasgow Chamber of Commerce: How To ... Build Your Brand Online

05 November 2008

In many markets, customers are moving towards websites, e-mail marketing and mobile phones for brand engagement.

Business Investment in Culture: Will the credit crunch affect this?

05 November 2008

In August '08, Arts & Business conducted a resonating piece of research on how an economic downturn might affect business investment in the arts.

Arts & Architecture, 1945-54

01 November 2008

The first part (1945-1954) of a facsimile edition of John Entenza's groundbreaking magazine, which launched the Case Study House Program; in ten boxes, each containing one year's worth of magazines.

Member discount for Creative Clusters Conference 2008

22 October 2008

The 2008 Creative Clusters Conference is coming to Glasgow and as a member of The Lighthouse Creative Entrepreneurs Club you can take advantage of a 10% discount on all ticket types if you book up before 31 Oct .

Design Awards Debate

20 October 2008

On Thursday October 23rd (6 till 8:30pm), -->

Build Boston - Travel Funds Now Open!

13 October 2008

If you work in the Design & Build environment Glasgow City Council's mission to New England in November is for you.

Six month Volunteer work in Kathmandu, Nepal

07 October 2008

Rampant Yak, a fair trade company, have been working directly with women's skill development projects, Tibetan refugees and local family crafts people in the Kathmandu valley.

Creative Clusters

30 September 2008

Creative Clusters is an annual programme of events which brings people engaged in the development of the creative economy together to communicate and share resources with one another.

Release 1.0 - International Competition Supporting Emerging Design Talent

15 September 2008

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Desk Spaces Available

15 September 2008

Skratch has desk spaces available to like minded creatives who want to work in a collaborative studio environment.

Competition to design Scottish Pavilion

08 September 2008

The Lighthouse is running an open competition for a new temporary environmentally friendly work to represent Scotland as Theme Country at The Kolkata Book Fair.

MA Design Practice & Management

26 August 2008

This one year programme focuses on the issues of managing the design or creative process including both strategic and operational aspects.

Chip Shop Awards 2008

21 August 2008

Chip Shop Awards Welcomes Michael Wolff

Michael Wolff, creative industry guru and the man who set up one of the most effective branding companies in the world - Wolff Olins will be attending the creative awards ceremony the Chip Shop Awards on Thursday 21st August, 7 for 7.

Venice Travel Grants Available

14 August 2008

Glasgow City Council are offering eligible, Glasgow based, companies the opportunity to visit the prestigious Venice Architecture Biennale in partnership with The Lighthouse.

Urban Learning Space Strikes Deal with Italy

01 August 2008

Urban Learning Space was recently chosen by Italdesign car design firm to develop the next generation's 3-D technology.

Japan: DesignUK

30 July 2008

The Japanese government is running a campaign to support British design under the banner 'DesignUK'.

Are you the UK's Young Design Entrepreneur 2008?

23 July 2008

The British Council are looking for three talented young UK design entrepreneurs to take part in a two-week tour of the Indian design industry.

Sound in the Movies

18 June 2008

A unique chance to meet a Hollywood insider and learn about sound design in the film industry.

CEC Member wins UK Fashion Export 2008

16 June 2008

Eribé Knitwear Design , a cashmere design house based in the Scottish Borders, was delighted to receive top prize for Ethical fashion, awarded by UK Fashion Export, London.

Learning from the Japanese Urban House

12 June 2008

By tracing the history of Tokyo, Souhei Imamura will examine the development of this unique cityscape and discuss the appeal and possibility of current Japanese urban homes.

Crown Street: 10 Years On 'success or failure...'

12 June 2008

Stuart Gulliver, Stephen Rigg, Matt Baker and John Dawson produce a lively debate on the issues surrounding the regeneration of Crown Street and the Gorbals in Glasgow, delving into the successes and failures of the area.

Director of Communications & Enterprise

06 June 2008

Salary: Band £37-£45K per annum

Design and architecture play a crucial role in developing a vibrant cultural and economic future for Scotland; and design is fundamental to our lives.

Caledonian Creates - Opening Night

23 May 2008

You are invited to attend a private viewing of the 2008 Caledonian Creates Exhibition taking place on Tuesday 17th June 2008 at Caledonian University from 5.

Assistant Retail Manager - Job Advert

14 May 2008

Glasgow School of Art Enterprises Ltd
Full time
Circa £16,000
Based in the Mackintosh building at the Glasgow School of Art

The Glasgow School of Art is currently undergoing a major Conservation and Access Project and as part of this GSA Enterprises Ltd, the commercial arm of the School, is opening a brand new shop and tour route to enhance our visitor experience, attract new audiences and increase our financial support of the School.

International PHD Studenship: Tectonic Textiles

13 May 2008

TFRG are now advertising the following new studentship;

International Ph.

Scottish Renaissance Towns: regeneration driven by the community, for the community

06 May 2008

The Lighthouse is launching the Scottish Renaissance Towns programme with a seminar on the 21st May 2008 at The Lighthouse from 9:30am until 1:30pm, with a particular focus on the future role of Scotland's smaller towns.

Financial Transitions: Making Sense of the Figures

02 May 2008

If you're worrying about the financial implications of moving from employment to self-employment, confused about how to increase your pojects and their budgets and are finding it difficult to untangle your personal finances from your business, then pop along to the Cultural Enterprise Offices' event on Thursday 8 May from 6pm - 9pm.

Creative Office Space

02 May 2008

The Printworks can provide desk space for up to six people with gigabit networking infrastructure, high speed internet access, meeting room and kitchen space.

Soma Skool

25 April 2008

This event will reveal the processes involved in producing a finished piece of music, from 'demo to finished product' Soma Skool encompasses a step-by-step explanation of how an original track is created.

Dragon's Den is back!

15 April 2008

The BBC are working on the new series of Dragon's Den and are now searching for business ideas, inventions or products with serious business potential that are investment ready and looking for funding.

International Contemporary Furniture Fair

03 April 2008

Glasgow City Council will offer eligible, Glasgow companies, the opportunity to visit North America's premier event for contemporary design.

The Thomas Lyte Modern Heritage Award

02 April 2008

This award is aimed specifically at makers who are at the beginning of their career, from new graduates to emerging makers with up to three years experience of working professionally in the UK.

Knitwear Designer Vacancy

01 April 2008

Hawick Knitwear Ltd is an established company with over 125 years' experience in the manufacture of cashmere and lambswool knitwear, producing high quality garments for brand names and other contract customers.

Green Web Hosting launched by NSDesign

01 April 2008

Glasgow based Business Internet Solutions company NSDesign Ltd, have partnered with Tree Appeal to launch a new "Green" Web Hosting package, aimed at their environmentally conscious client base.

Architectural Jelly Design Competition

01 April 2008

Architects are invited to submit designs that will be made into jellies that will be exhibited (and eaten) at a special Architectural Jelly Banquet during the London Festival of Architecture 2008, which runs from 20 June to 20 Jely.

Mart Design Boom - NYC

10 March 2008

Bring a design souvenir back from New York!

As part of the cultural program of the ICFF furniture fair, designboom will host a
group exhibition of international design professionals from around the world.

21st Biennial of Industrial Design

15 February 2008

The Biennial of Industrial Design (BIO) is a comparative international exhibition of industrial design, visual communications and design concepts.

Business Forum Scotland

13 February 2008

Are you interested in the opportunity to lend your knowledge and experience to solve particular business solutions and discuss issues which may help your own company? Would you like to meet with a host of different companies in this unique networking opportunity? If so, this event could be of great interest to you.

Artist/Designer - Royal Aberdeen Children's Hospital

13 February 2008

This is an exciting project which bridges the divide between art and design.

Pecha Kucha Book Now Available

08 February 2008

At last the Pecha Kucha Book online shop is now OPEN where anyone can buy individual books.

Wolda Logo Design Competition

08 February 2008

CEC endorses the Worldwide Logo Design Annual 2008

Wolda, the Worldwide Logo Design Annual, is the innovative graphic design awards scheme that rewards the best logos and trademarks designed throughout the world.

60 Second Shorts

05 February 2008

Scottish Institute for Enterprise invite you to create a 60 second film for the chance to win £500 and have your film showcased at the SIE National Student Enterprise Summit, with the winning short chosen by Channel 4 and Scottish Screen.

Tell us about your design highlights in your city.

29 January 2008

We'd like your opinions for the forthcoming Six Cities publication - Where We Are: Scotland's Design Landscape - a guide book to design and architecture in Scotland's six cities.

Design-Nation: Call for Entries

18 January 2008

Design-Nation (part of London Metropolitan University) promotes the excellence of British design through its membership of 183 designers.

Photography Competition 2008

15 January 2008

The Glasgow Institute of Architects would like to find the best pictures taken by their members.

4Talent Need New Directors

14 January 2008

4Talent are looking for new directors to take part in industry masterclasses and work with experienced 4Talent producers to create new, inspiring, creative videos for the 4Talent Scotland website.

Win a 'Money Can't Buy' Prize!

14 January 2008

If you work in or have experience in Television, Film or Interactive Media, and want to kick start your career in 2008, Skillset are offering:-

An all expenses paid trip attending the Berlinale Talent Campus at the Berling International Film Festival.

Chip Shop Awards 2008 - Call for Entries!

17 December 2007

It's all about ideas - Brilliant ads that you've done.

D&AD Awards 2008 - Call for Entries!

17 December 2007

The D&AD Awards 2008 have begun!

D&AD has been rewarding creative excellence since 1962.

Lighthouse Unit Up for Grabs

27 November 2007

Are you looking for office or desk rental? The Lighthouse can provide desk space for up to six people with WI-FI connection for short term or long term lease.

Call to Textile Members

27 November 2007

The Lighthouse Shop now stock a variety of fabrics by Finnish designers, Marimekko, and are now inundated with customers who would like to have curtains, etc made for them.

Congratulations Camille Lorigo - winner of Creative Entrepreneur of the Year 2007

22 November 2007

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The Eco Awards Event 2007

06 November 2007

The Eco Trust warmly invites all CEC members to:

The Eco Prize for Creativity and The Eco Award for Inspiring Greener Living Award Event at The Lighthouse on Tuesday 13th November 2007, 2.

NESTA: Driving Innovation in Scotland

06 November 2007

NESTA would like to invite you to attend the launch of their policy briefing Driving Innovation in Scotland .

Stall holders required

30 October 2007

The LUV Project is getting into the festive spirit and making preparations for their annual Christmas market.

Vacancies

29 October 2007

Various positions are up for grabs, but closing dates are fast approaching.

Calling Young Designers!

22 October 2007

Design journalist, Laura Houseley, is currently putting together an exciting book for Thame & Hudson.

Exhibit at the Design Museum!

18 October 2007

Hermès, in partnership with the Design Museum launches the Prix Émile Hermès.

Starter for 6 - Applications Now Open!

09 October 2007

Starter for 6 provides business training, support and the chance of receiving grant awards of up to £10,000 to pre-start/early stage businesses in Scotland.

Wanted - Talented Graphic Design Volunteers

09 October 2007

'Young Voices' - the young people of Yorkhill Sick Children's Hospital are seeking a short consultation with a designer on a voluntary basis.

Beginners Jewellery Class

08 October 2007

Have you ever thought of making your own jewellery? Perhaps a special gift for someone or just fancy getting a bit creative?

Brazen Studios is offering the opportunity for beginners to experience the throws of jewellery making with our introductory jewellery class.

Call for Entries - Creative Entrepreneur of the Year 2007

08 October 2007

The Creative Entrepreneur of the Year 2007 is now open to receive applications.

Product Scotland Workshops

03 October 2007

Product Scotland has recently been awarded a grant that will support 4 x day-long Product Design Workshops.

tictoc launch website for Architecture+Design Scotland

03 October 2007

Architecture+Design Scotland (A+DS) is Scotland's national champion for good architecture, urban design and planning in the built environment.

Open Architecture Challenge

13 September 2007

The AMD Open Architecture Challenge is an open, international design competition.

Nesta's Open Innovation Challenge

12 September 2007

As part of NESTA's Open Innovation Challenge, up to 10 up-and-coming UK companies will receive business support worth up to £25,000, so they can pitch their ideas to Procter & Gamble.

The Buckminster Fuller Challenge

29 August 2007

The Buckminster Fuller Challenge seeks submissions of design science solutions within a broad range of human endeavor that exemplify the trimtab principle.

designboom and PROCTER & GAMBLE packaging design competition

29 August 2007

C A L L - F O R - E N T R I E S

Reinvent the package design of Maestro Limpio®, Buena Vibra® and Salvo®.

Drop City/"Take A Seat"/Call For Artists - Designers

29 August 2007

Drop City is a study space/gallery dedicated to launching exhibitions of decorative and functional arts, sustainable design, invention and contemporary art.

Shell Springboard

29 August 2007

WANTED - SMEs with Big Ideas on Climate Change

Shell Springboard is now open for a third round of applications, for small businesses who have a product or service that reduces greenhouse gases.

Web designer required for Glasgow company Indez International

09 August 2007

One of the UK's longest established web site design houses, INDEZ, is seeking a web
designer.

SCOTTISH ECO PRIZE FOR CREATIVITY 2007

29 June 2007

SCOTTISH ECO PRIZE FOR CREATIVITY 2007

Call for entries of art that inspires environmental living.

Call for designers, creatives & photographers

25 June 2007

Do you like to take a blank canvas and make it eye catching?

Your mission, if you choose to accept, is to spruce up the running images at the top of the Creative Entrepreneurs Club website.

Recruitment Drive for London Design Festival 2007

21 June 2007

UK TRADE & INVESTMENT KICKS OFF BUSINESS RECRUITMENT DRIVE FOR LONDON DESIGN FESTIVAL 2007

UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) today announced that British Design Innovation (BDI) has been selected to organise international business partnering for the London Design Festival 2007.

Winners Announced for Highland Housing Fair

20 June 2007

The winners have been announced for the Highland Housing Fair Competition 2007.

Dragons' Den is Back!

19 June 2007

Do you need cash for your business idea?
Dragons' Den is in its fifth series and continuing to offer entrepreneurs from across the country the chance to make their business dreams come true.

Seminar: Music Business Start Up

29 May 2007

The Musicians' Union and Cultural Enterprise Office have organised a Music Business Start up Seminar at Stow College.

The Dreaming City: Glasgow 2020 and the power of mass imagination

11 May 2007

23rd May 2007, 6- 8pm, followed by music and drinks
The Mitchell Library, North Street, Glasgow G3 7DN

The last decade has witnessed a resurgence of cities.

Calling all Scottish architects, interior designers, retailers + manufacturers

09 May 2007

Six Cities Design Festival is delighted to invite you to the first
MEET DESIGN-NATION EVENT IN SCOTLAND

Wednesday 9 May, 2007 at The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, 28 Queen Street, Edinburgh EH2 1JX

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Retail Sales Advisor Position

30 April 2007

£13,140, per annum 35 hours per week, 5 from 7 days

We are seeking a bright and enthusiastic individual to join the team and help deliver a unique shopping experience.

Vacancy at NORD

26 April 2007

NORD are looking for a Front of House Office Administrator with Book keeping experience.

Scotland with style Design Collective - call for applicants

26 April 2007

Following the success of the inaugural appearance of Glasgow: Scotland with style Design Collective at London Fashion Week (LFW) in September 06 and then again in February 07, applications are now being sought for participation in this exciting initiative's third season at LFW in September 07.

Starting Out

26 April 2007

This workshop introduces the basics of working as a professional artist or creative.

Announcing the launch of Eulda '07

26 April 2007

The 2007 edition of Eulda, the European Logo Design Annual is now open for entries!

Eulda rewards the finest logos designed for the European market, and promotes European creative excellence worldwide.

China Design Task Force

23 March 2007

As part of the drive to support British design companies win business in the Chinese market, UK Trade & Investment is creating a China Design Task Force with whom it can work to develop business in this emerging market.

One-to-one Legal Advice

23 March 2007

Murray Buchanan & Co will be providing a one-to-one legal advice service at CCA's Cultural Enterprise Office starting from 1st April.

Call for Designers

16 March 2007

The Six Cities Design Festival has teamed up with the online design retailer Velvet Boutique to make sure you get that perfect design object you're craving.

New CEC Manager

08 March 2007

Lynsey Smith will be taking on the role of CEC Manager on the 12th of March.

Cove Park Launches New Scottish Residency

07 March 2007

Cove Park is for the first time offering a three month residency specifically for a Scottish craftsperson in addition to launching their second silversmithing and jewellery residency.

DBA Events coming up

02 March 2007

Wally Olins in the chair
As part of the DBA's 21st anniversary series on the past, present and future of design, the DBA and a guest panel interview the brand pioneer about his experiences in the design industry over the last 21 years and his thoughts on the future of design in the next 21!

Venue:
London: RIBA, 66 Portland Place, London W1B 1AD
Manchester: Urbis, Cathedral Gardens, Manchester, M4 3BG

Date:
London 8 March and Manchester 20 March

Cost: £20 + VAT/£15 + VAT DBA members/£10 + VAT Students

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The Future Laboratory - Spring Trend Open Day

01 March 2007

The Future Laboratory's Spring 2007 Trend Open Day is being held at the at the London College of Fashion on the 28th March and is set to be one of the best yet!

Some of the attendees this season include Gap, Nokia, American Express, Virgin Media, Toyota Motors Europe, Gucci, Conde Nast, John Lewis, Philips, Coors Brewers, Nike, Louis Vuitton, Mexx and GlaxoSmithKline, along with leading advertising, marketing, PR and design agencies such as Fallon, JWT and IDEO.