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The only dedicated Arts and Creative Industries Employment Support service in Brisbane
Note: The Government's School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES) scheme has ended. Employment funding is now part of broader NDIS funding.
Wesley Arts offers diverse creative career pathways in visual arts, digital animation, audio-visual, performing and literary arts, including personalized 1:1 mentorships, artist residencies, exhibition and performance opportunities, and music practice development initiatives.
Our creative career mentoring isn’t just limited to school-leavers
If you are an older person we encourage you to chat with us about ways we can support you in transitioning into a creative career.
Wesley Arts is delighted to introduce Brisbane’s first creative career pathway service for school leavers. We offer a unique real-life working context through our gallery, studio, and art shop.
Located at the Art from the Margins Gallery in Fortitude Valley, our NDIS-approved service equips you with the necessary skills, experiences, and knowledge to navigate and succeed in the creative workforce.
The classes are tailored for young individuals who:
2. Personal consultation
We’ll arrange a face-to-face or virtual meeting to discuss the Creative Pathway and align it with your interests.
3. Site visit
(near Fortitude Valley station)
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of our Art from the Margins Studio and Gallery. Check how to get there.
4. Planning session
Together, we’ll craft a personalized plan based on your interests.
That's it, you can start!
We recognize the challenges of considering a career in the arts, but we also see the immense potential in creatively minded young people, including those with disabilities, neurodiversity, or learning delays.
Our Creative Career Pathway supports a diverse group of young creatives in their career aspirations, offering a bespoke approach to employment that caters to individual needs and goals.
Personalized Support
Our flexible classes allows you to forge a unique employment pathway that reflects your circumstances, skills, and aspirations.
Real-World Environment
Gain hands-on experience in a genuine workplace setting, with exhibition and performance opportunities.
Creative Community
Learn in a supportive adult environment, at your own pace, with guidance from our experienced mentors and trainers.
As pioneers in the field, we’re excited to welcome you to a service that’s as dynamic and innovative as the industry itself.
We’ve been growing our creative employment supports service for 3 years, and now support over a dozen young people in their career pathways.
For more information about our arts workshops, please visit the Wesley Arts page.
Fortitude Valley
A short 4-minute walk from Fortitude Valley station. There is very limited parking in the area.
Albany Creek
There is limited parking in the Uniting Church Hall and plenty of street parking.
Rocklea
A short 2-minute walk from Rocklea station. If driving, there is plenty of street parking nearby.
For individuals aged 16 and over.
