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The Open Brief

A little idea. A lot of possibilities.

The Open Brief is a series of community-led creative projects where anyone can get involved. Whether you're an experienced maker, trying something for the first time or simply have something interesting to contribute, there's a place for you here.

Explore the Current Brief How It Works

Good ideas are better when everyone gets involved.

No portfolio required.
No experience necessary.
Just a little curiosity.

The current brief

The first brief is being prepared.

We'll share it here when it opens. Join In The Loop to hear about it first, or say hello in the Common Room in the meantime.

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How it works

Simple to join. Lovely to be part of.

  • Find a brief

    Each brief has a theme, an idea behind it and a few different ways to take part.

  • Choose your way in

    Take a photograph, write something, make something, research, design or lend a hand. Some roles need experience; many don't.

  • Share or say hello

    Send a contribution, or tell us you'd like to help. Everything is read by a real person.

  • See what we made

    Finished projects are published here with credit for everyone who took part.

Ways to contribute

You might have more to offer than you think.

Every brief needs different things. Creative skills, yes, but also curiosity, local knowledge and a willingness to help.

Finished briefs

Everything starts somewhere.

Our first community projects are still taking shape. Come back to see what we make together.

Join In The Loop

Come as you are

You might surprise yourself.

Join In The Loop to take part in the next brief. It's free, and you don't need a portfolio or any experience.

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