What does it take to succeed as a (professional) creative?

Creative Careers – A Panel with Agency Founders & Creative Trail‑blazers

Join us on Thursday 25 June, at 5 pm, for an intimate, rigorous discussion near the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. Organised by Creative Frontier and hosted by Temwani, founder of Literary Lounge, this panel pulls back the curtain on what a working creative life really looks like, and how to make yours a reality.

Why you’ll want to be there

• Real‑world insight: no death by PowerPoint, just candid, practical conversation about building movements, turning strategy into systems, and making meaingful art.

• Actionable takeaways: Walk away with concrete ideas you can apply to your own portfolio, freelance business, or agency role.

• Networking in a social setting: light charcuterie, a modest bar (wine, beer and soft drinks), and a friendly crowd of junior creatives, students and STEM‑adjacent creatives.

• A venue that fits the vibe: a cozy level 1 room with natural light, theatre‑style seating for guests and sound for a clear discussion.

• NO GATEKEEPY ANSWERS. ONLY GATE-OPEN.

You'll hear from five diverse leaders who have turned passion into sustainable practice:

• Angus Clark: founder of Creative Frontier & co-provocateur behind Provocative Inklings

• Sam Freidin: STEM‑turned‑agency founder of Milkshake Creative, as well as pioneering leader of Wayfarer Mobility

• Lyn Nguyen: operations specialist & founder at Auvie Consultants, the architect of back‑end systems that keep creative practices thriving

• Linda Radosinska: fine‑artist and TEDx speaker whose work funds brain‑cancer research through purposeful art

• Brad Grossett: founder of Clipstart, turning creative professionals and founders into the obvious market choice.

Across 40 minutes they’ll share the stories, mis‑steps and hacks that have shaped their careers, followed by a relaxed Q&A where you can surface the questions that matter to you.

Spaces are limited to keep the conversation tight and the atmosphere relaxed. Grab your ticket now and be part of a night where stories sell better than facts, and where every speaker’s journey can spark your own.

If you are a junior creative, university student or early in your career, discounted tickets will be available at checkout until June 11th!

King's Birthday discount tickets also available until June 8th.

Bring your curiosity, your questions, and leave with a fresh perspective on succeeding in the creative economy.