Membership

You don't have to be a tenant to access the support options at Banks Mill Studios - you can
also become a member.

We currently offer one year’s free affiliate membership to current University of Derby students, contact us to find out more.

Full membership

Becoming a member will give you access to a range of services and support.

£30 including VAT per month

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A postal address to advertise on your website
Free membership to the East Midlands Chamber of Commerce or Generation Next membership for 18-35 year olds
One-to-one business advice appointments through the East Midlands Chamber
Networking and business support events through the East Midlands Chamber
All the benefits covered below in the affiliate package

Affiliate membership

For creative artists, designers and makers looking for a link to Banks Mill, its brand which is widely known for creativity and design talent, and the exhibitions and events associated with it, we offer the Banks Mill Affiliate membership package to creatives at any stage of their business.

£104 including VAT per annum

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Opportunity to submit artwork for display during our annual Open Studios event (additional submission fee applies, currently £50)
Opportunity (space permitting) to apply for shared studio space to sell work from during our Open Studios (additional space fee applies)
Your business and news stories promoted through our social networks and our monthly e-newsletter
Directory listing on our website
Weekly notification (by email) of exhibitions, events, training and opportunities organised by Banks Mill and external organisations
Free use of the Banks Mill foyer for solo exhibitions (space permitting, booking essential)
Invitations to our monthly members meetings
Online community support through our private Facebook and WhatsApp groups

Student membership

For University of Derby students who see themselves as creatives, artists, designers and makers, the Banks Mill Student Membership supports your professional creative growth through opportunity roundups, visibility and access to freelance and self-employment support. Students receive free membership throughout their studies and up to three years after graduation as part of the University of Derby's 3 Year Promise.

Valued at £500 per annum, FREE to UoD students

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Weekly Bulletin (by email) of exhibitions, open calls, events, funding and opportunities. We compile an updated list every week, so you don’t have to comb through every website and newsletter to catch the latest opportunities – we do it for you!
Free Membership to the Freelancer Club – a platform designed specifically for creatives who want to learn more about working as a Freelancer or who need support around starting and growing a creative side hustle or small business – think Freelance Photographer, Artist, Illustrator or even just a creative maker who sells their products on Etsy and Shopify. If that sounds like you, then Freelancer Club can help to set you on the right path to self-employment.
Priority Access to our Student Residency Award – get ahead with early access application dates for our Student Residency Award, our 12 months' rent-free studio award offers you a shared space to create, grow your business and expand your creative practice in a building filled with professional creatives.
Exhibit Artwork for display and sale during our annual Open Studios event, with around 1000 visitors over one weekend! (only a £5 submission fee for UoD students) with ZERO commission on sales.
Free use of the Banks Mill Foyer Gallery where you can organise your own solo or group exhibitions (space permitting, booking essential). Learn how to curate and exhibit your work in a secure and supportive environment outside of a studio or campus setting.
Invitations to networking events with business support and opportunities to meet other creatives and business owners in the local area.
Access to events and support through the Game Changer Labs like the Pitch Perfect Competition, Butties and Business and so much more!
Access to workspace within our Game Changer Labs at our new International Business School with access to support through the King’s Trust and drop-in sessions with Ascentant Accounting, JDR Group Marketing, HSBC, Nelsons Solicitors and mentoring with Blind Screen Ltd.