Welcome

Industry Week is our own creative industries conference - featuring some of the biggest names in music, events, film, tv, visual effects, graphics, games and esports delivering talks, workshops, masterclasses and live performances to Confetti students.

Sister Bliss

The Force of Nature that is Sister Bliss will walk through what’s been an astonishingly successful career as a DJ, electronic artist and composer.

Jason Williamson

Nottingham music royalty Jason Williamson, 50% of Indie-Beat-Pop merchants Sleaford Mods will be live in the venue talking about his out of the ordinary journey to riding the wave of critical and commercial success whilst never selling out.

Alysia Judge

This talk outlines how games are one of the most powerful ways for us to grapple with huge issues that shape society.

Adam Savage

We welcome an Esports Host who has been working as broadcast talent since 2016 across titles such as Fortnite (FNCS), Call of Duty, FIFA, CS:GO, Halo and more!

Gazelle Twin

Elizabeth will present a chronology of her career to date, discussing creative process and unconventional approaches to making and releasing electronic music, and composing for film, TV, Theatre and Video Games.

Ace Ruele

Hear from the multitalented entrepreneur and his story as an actor and owner of the exciting Creature Bionics company.

Rhianne Murphy

Journey into the role of a Narrative Designer and the elements that are involved in the role.

Monika Strauja

Monika will share with you her journey, growth and tips for succeeding in the world of social media.

OnDemand

Check out IW OnDemand for more talks, masterclasses and performances from previous Industry Weeks.

What's on

Sister Bliss

Monday 6 March 2pm - 4pm | In person Venue, Metronome Venue, Metronome Returning to IW23, Prodigy manager Nick Halkes will be interviewing the Force of Nature that is Sister Bliss and will walk through what’s been an astonishingly successful career as a DJ, electronic artist and composer. Hear all about the journey and learn how to navigate and sustain a career in music. Do not miss it!

NTU Employability: ‘Linkedin connecting and finding work’

Thursday 9 March 10am - 11am | Online Zoom Zoom Improve your knowledge of LinkedIn and build your confidence in using it successfully within your job search and to expand your network. This workshop will take a practical approach to the platform and outline tools such as the alumni finder.

NTU Employability: ‘How to get hired’

Tuesday 7 March 10am - 11am | Online Zoom Zoom Find out what employers are looking for to help you ‘get hired’ for jobs, work experience or placements. This workshop aims to help you consider your approach to getting hired and provide some useful tips to up your game!

Songwriting: Camp B

Wednesday 8 March 2pm - 5pm | In person Studio 2, Metronome Studio 2, Metronome Writer’s block is a nightmare. Sometimes within the music industry though, you have no choice but to write. In this hands-on workshop you'll be creating music under pressure.

Songwriting: Camp A

Wednesday 8 March 10am - 1pm | In person Studio 2, Metronome Studio 2, Metronome Writer’s block is a nightmare. Sometimes within the music industry though, you have no choice but to write. In this hands-on workshop you'll be creating music under pressure.

Greco-Roman Records & Lone

Friday 10 March 4pm - 6pm | Online Zoom Zoom A deep dive into how record labels work from both a label owner and artist. Alex will be joined by Nottingham superstar producer Lone (who also runs his own indie label Magic Wire) to discuss all things record labels and electronic music. This is one that any electronic music producer would not want to miss.

OnDemand

IW OnDemand brings you exciting content collected during previous Industry Weeks, as well as footage from other events our students have worked on, such as BBC Introducing.

Check out our YouTube channel for more industry content!

Categories

The stage

Head over to the stage to take a look at some of our latest performances and events!

Masterclasses & talks

Watch guests from previous Industry Weeks delivering brilliant talks for the Confetti student community.

Industry advice

Hear from industry names and recent graduates about what it’s really like working in their creative sectors.

Recent Highlights

Monday 6 March

We launched our 17th Industry Week with some incredible and inspiring guests, including Dance Music Artist, Sister Bliss, Television and Film Editor, Richard Graham, and YouTuber, Project Air! Check out our top picks…

Tuesday 7 March

Day 2 presented students with more amazing guests. From the emerging AR sport, HADO right through to A-list award-winning songwriter, Eg – whose portfolio includes writing for Kylie, Adele, Sam Smith, and Florence and the Machine!

Wednesday 8 March

On day 3, we marked International Women’s Day with a celebration of women making waves in the creative and entertainment industries, including Games Broadcaster, Alysia Judge, A&R experts, Davina Merchant and Emma Stakes, and a Women in Games: Game Jam.

Thursday 9 March

We reached new heights on day 4 with famed Beatles engineer, Ken Scott, the world’s best podcast-about-songwriting hosts, Sodajerker, one half of the legendary Sleaford Mods and lots more influential guest speakers.

Friday 10 March

We wrapped up Industry Week 2023 in style with our annual Games Expo, plus sessions with British filmmakers, The Brothers McLeod, music royalty, Rob Dickins, and lots more!