ARE YOU…
…an artist setting up a new venture and not sure where to start?
…a creative juggling leadership responsibilities with artistic direction?
…feeling lost, burnt-out, and thinking of dropping out of the arts?
At STAF, we know creativity doesn’t follow a straight line. We offer thoughtful, practical support to help you move forward with clarity and care. Our approach is collaborative, practical, and grounded in the realities of creative work. Because we’ve been there too.
WHY WORK WITH STAF?
We listen first – support starts with understanding, not assumptions
We understand a creative world that’s often under-resourced and values-driven
We understand the realities faced by many of the people we support, because we’ve lived them too
We combine that lived experience with years of professional experience supporting creative-led people and organisations across the sector
Our aim is to build your capacity, not do the work for you, so your success is lasting and sustainable
We care because your success is tied to our mission of building a fairer, more inclusive creative sector
OUR RATES
We believe in being open about costs from the start.
Our rates vary within these ranges, depending on scale, complexity, and client circumstances.
Day rate: £400–£600
Hourly rate: £80–£100
We also offer a sliding scale and, in some cases, pro bono support. If you need our help but cost is a barrier, please get in touch. We’ll work with you to find a way forward.
HOW WE WORK TOGETHER
Step 1: First Conversation (Free, 30–45 minutes)
We start with a relaxed chat about your challenges, ambitions, and where you’d like support. We’ll ask questions, but mostly we’ll listen.
Step 2: Our Proposal
After our conversation, we’ll send you a short summary and a tailored proposal outlining how we can help, what the process will look like, and an estimate of the days or hours required.
Step 3: Getting Started
If you’re happy with the proposal, we’ll book in the sessions and get to work, keeping the process collaborative, transparent, and tailored to your needs.