E&E Newsletter: February 2026
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Welcome to your February update from the Employability & Enterprise (E&E) Team.
Develop Your Idea – How to Start a Project or Business Short Course
If you have an idea for a creative project, freelance career or business, our free short course is designed to help you shape it into a clear and professional plan.
The course will help you:
- Build confidence presenting your work
- Refine and focus your idea
- Develop a realistic timeline and budget
- Strengthen funding applications
We strongly advise completing this course before applying to the Incubator Fund, as it will significantly improve the quality and clarity of your application.
The Incubator Fund – Round 2 Now Open
The Incubator Fund provides financial support to help you test, launch or grow a creative idea.
Funding Available
- £2,000 available per funding window (shared across successful applicants)
- Up to £500 per applicant
Who can apply
- Current students at Leeds Conservatoire
- Graduates (up to 2 years after graduation)
Application Windows
Round 2 (Open Now)
Application window: 30/01/26 – 02/03/26
Panel date: 17/03/26
Successful applicants informed: 24/03/26
Round 3
Application window: 18/05/26 – 15/06/26
Panel date: 24/06/26
Successful applicants informed: 01/07/26
How to Apply
Submit a Business or Artist Plan via our online application form:
You will need to outline your aims, timeline and budget. Alternative formats (such as video submissions) are welcome.
We strongly recommend completing the How to Start a Project or Business short course before applying.
CV Clinic – Monday 2nd March
Struggling to write your CV? Need advice on applying for jobs? Does your resume need an update?
Attend one of our monthly CV Clinics and book a one-to-one slot with an adviser.
Time slots are available throughout the day and can be booked all year round. Sessions are open to Leeds Conservatoire students across all years and pathways, as well as recent graduates.
Next clinic: Monday 2 March
Book your slot via this link and get tailored feedback to strengthen your applications.
Enrichment Week – 9th–13th March 2026
From 9th–13th March, the Employability & Enterprise Team will deliver a range of open sessions, panels and workshops in collaboration with industry professionals.
Sessions will cover areas including teaching, session work, legal advice, festival auditions, interview skills and more.
Visit LIFE to explore the programme and sign up.
Get In Touch
One-to-one support is available every Wednesday. These sessions are open to all students and graduates – whether you are applying for funding or simply exploring ideas.
Book via this link
Email: eae@leedsconservatoire.ac.uk
Room 401
Best,
James, Lauren, Mark & Elysha
The Employability & Enterprise Team
Room 401
EaE@lcm.ac.uk
Current Vacancies
- Professional Musicians for Music Tuition in Hull
- Creative Mentor: York Theatre Royal
- Sheffield Programme Manager: Music in the Round
- Marketing and Communications Coordinator: Grimm & Co
- Graduate Music Assistants: Wells Cathedral School
- Front of House Manager: Hampstead Theatre
- Events Co-ordinator: Kirklees Council
- Cultural Engagement Officer: Kirklees Museums and Galleries
We will ensure to update this with opportunities we see relevant, as often as possible. If you don’t see an opportunity that suits you, contact EaE@lcm.ac.uk to explore other ways we can support you.
Callouts & Opportunities
Not seeing something that takes your interest? Check out our Performance and Industry Opportunities page for other initiatives that you can get involved with!