nti Works January Programme 2010

nti Works is a programme run by nti Leeds lasting approximately three months, designed to help new graduates get started as freelancers in the digital sector. The programme consists of some core training that has been specially designed to help you get started, as well as providing a virtual training account which enables enrollment on to courses from the nti schedule - see www.ntileeds.co.uk/training.

nti is pleased to announce the launch of the January Programme 2010! If successful in applying, you will be assigned a mentor to help you plan your professional development and you will also become a sponsored member of our pioneering coworking space at Old Broadcasting House, which will enable you to work alongside current members. During the time you are here you will be encouraged to get involved in the Leeds grass roots community, attending meetups, coffee events and evening presentations depending on your particular area of specialism (for example Open Coffee Leeds, Creative Networks, GeekUp Leeds, Barcamps, Hackspace etc) to start building your network of contacts which will be crucial to getting started.

Who is it aimed at?

nti works is aimed at individuals who have graduated from HE courses in the past five years, whose degree subject covers the digital sector (eg Computing, New Media, Media Technology), who may have done some external client work as part of their course or project and who are currently looking to either freelance or set up their own business. You must be considering freelancing or starting a business as your next route. We aim to offer the places to people who will benefit most from this opportunity. That means being prepared to be an active participant.

There are currently 15 places available and demand is high so please contact us as soon as possible. There is an additional cohort commencing in March.

What does it cost?

There is no charge for this programme. However we reserve the right to charge you if you take a place and do not attend the core training dates we agree with you. The value of the nti works package is in the region of £1500 per person.

What happens at the end of the programme?

You can join our coworking community at a reduced rate. We can also arrange for further training although it is envisaged that you will start to find work and we can potentially help with that, subject to demand in your particular area.

To find out further details, visit the nti Works project page. Please feel free to speak to us directly by calling nti on 0845 122 1555 or email info@ntileeds.co.uk.

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