Mentoring Programme
A fully funded mentorship programme that is open to anyone involved in the creative sector in Ireland
Applications for the MCM NURTURE Mentorship Programme are now open. Further application opportunities will also be available on the following dates in 2025:
September 1st
December 1st
Our mentoring programme is a fully funded programme for those who want to find career support in the creative community across Ireland. Mentees/applicants have access to our events, networking opportunities, among other opportunities.
For more info see our Q&A page here.
Mentees
- Expand your network and collaborative opportunities
- Strengthen your confidence and personal brand
- Take time and space to clarify and achieve your career goals
Or for more info see our Q&A page here.
Following the screening process, pairing and support allocations, successful applicants will receive an invite to various mentorship formats including 1:1 sessions, a workshop, a tutorial or a mix of. Our mentorship is provided in various formats.
- The mentorship programme is primarily a CAREER support, to economically empower and support creatives in their careers. Please do refer to our other supports if you require counselling, finance or generic legal support via our website.
- We do our best to ensure each successful applicant is provided with support opportunities when the applicant is from the creative sector in Ireland.
- The turn around time for the entire process varies. Pairing does not commence until a minimum of 30 days after the opening date therefore applicants will not be contacted for at least 30 days.
- In exceptional periods or peak festival times, this may take 6/8 weeks pending mentor availability.
Mentees
- Expand your network and collaborative opportunities
- Strengthen your confidence and personal brand
- Take time and space to clarify and achieve your career goals
Or for more info see our Q&A page here.
Following the screening process, pairing and support allocations, successful applicants will receive an invite to various mentorship formats including 1:1 sessions, a workshop, a tutorial or a mix of. Our mentorship is provided in various formats.
- The mentorship programme is primarily a CAREER support, to economically empower and support creatives in their careers. Please do refer to our other supports if you require counselling, finance or generic legal support via our website.
- We do our best to ensure each successful applicant is provided with support opportunities when the applicant is from the creative sector in Ireland.
- The turn around time for the entire process varies. Pairing does not commence until a minimum of 30 days after the opening date therefore applicants will not be contacted for at least 30 days.
- In exceptional periods or peak festival times, this may take 6/8 weeks pending mentor availability.
Our Mentors
Our panel of mentors is at the core of what makes Minding Creative Minds so powerful. Through our one-on-one mentoring programme, masterclasses and more, these industry experts provide guidance, encouragement, coaching, share first-hand experiences and industry expertise.
Kindly supported by The Ireland Funds.
Some important resources for Mentors and Mentees:
Mentee Workbook
Mentor Closing Form/Progress Report
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