Calling all creatives in Katikati, Waihī Beach and the surrounding areas!
The Creative Bay of Plenty | Te Waka Auaha Toi team is coming to Katikati for a hot-desking session, and are inviting creatives from Katikati, Waihī Beach, and the surrounding areas to connect with us. Whether you’re seeking advice, guidance, or simply want to chat about creative opportunities, we’re here to support you.
Book a 20-minute slot with any of the team – each of us brings a different skill set to the table:
Arohanoa Mathews – Nga Toi Maori Navigator
Arohanoa serves as an advocate for ngā toi Māori by unlocking potential, and informing strategies and initiatives that connect, support and celebrate Māori art, language and heritage. Arohanoa aims to ignite inspiration for ngā toi Māori creatives to develop and build their knowledge. Her expertise also includes providing cultural guidance to those planning public art projects.
Annie Hill – Strategy & Capability Lead
Annie supports the sector with advice on making funding applications, upskilling and capability building, as well as managing the delivery of strategic projects and research outcomes to underpin programme development, investment and advocacy.
Rose Treadwell – Comms & Marketing Lead
Rose leads communications and marketing workstreams, as well as having responsibility for managing projects, public relations, brand identity, contractor management, website management, and liaising with artists, creatives and arts organisations.
Date: Thursday 5 December 2024
Time: 10am – 2pm
Location: Katikati Community Centre
Booking: Secure your 20-minute slot by emailing the team member you would like to meet with.
- Email arohanoa@creativebop.org.nz for support around ngā toi Māori activities, cultural guidance and iwi/hapū connections.
- Email annie@creativebop.org.nz for support around funding, upskilling and strategic development.
- Email rose@creativebop.org.nz for support around marketing yourself as a creative, brand identity and digital tools.
