HACK.
Hack is our regular sector learning programme designed to help local artists and educators upskill in creative technology and embed it in their work practice.
Launched in 2023, and with a growing membership of over 75 individuals, Hack members are able to access Createch meet ups, Power hour skill webinars, Industry masterclasses and Artist commissions. We are proud that over 80% of our membership are women, supporting our work to get more women into tech.
“As a female creative, Electric Medway’s Hack programme has been invaluable in enabling me to develop skills along with providing technical support to help me develop this piece."
SOPHY MILLINGTON, COMMISSIONED ARTIST FOR HACK, REVEALING VOICES, PROJECTION MAPPING.
We have previously held sessions led by UK leaders in the XR and creative tech sector, including DARKFIELD, Sarah Ticho, John Whall, BRiGHTBLACK, Frazer Merrick, Livi Wilmore, Cybersaur Arts, Hey Green Raven and more!
In 2024 we received partner support from Docking Station (University of Kent iCCi), A+E Lab, Hulked Project and Dovetail Games. This year, we also hosting events at Playopolis in Rochester.
Launched in 2023, and with a growing membership of over 75 individuals, Hack members are able to access Createch meet ups, Power hour skill webinars, Industry masterclasses and Artist commissions. We are proud that over 80% of our membership are women, supporting our work to get more women into tech.
“As a female creative, Electric Medway’s Hack programme has been invaluable in enabling me to develop skills along with providing technical support to help me develop this piece."
SOPHY MILLINGTON, COMMISSIONED ARTIST FOR HACK, REVEALING VOICES, PROJECTION MAPPING.
We have previously held sessions led by UK leaders in the XR and creative tech sector, including DARKFIELD, Sarah Ticho, John Whall, BRiGHTBLACK, Frazer Merrick, Livi Wilmore, Cybersaur Arts, Hey Green Raven and more!
In 2024 we received partner support from Docking Station (University of Kent iCCi), A+E Lab, Hulked Project and Dovetail Games. This year, we also hosting events at Playopolis in Rochester.
Current programme.
CREATECH MEET UPS
Join us for Createch Meet Ups during 2025 at Playopolis in Rochester! This free event is for members looking to explore creative technology, share skills, and connect with others in the Hack network. Each meet-up features a guest artist skill-share, plus time to experiment with creative tech in a relaxed and friendly setting. Drinks and snacks will be available to purchase.
Dates:
- 26 May
- 28 July
- 29 September
- 24 November.
Book here.
POWER HOUR WEBINARS
Find it hard to fit in some learning time? Why not try one of our online 'power hour' webinars on a specific software or creative technology practice, led by an expert. Programme to be announced shortly.
Join us for Createch Meet Ups during 2025 at Playopolis in Rochester! This free event is for members looking to explore creative technology, share skills, and connect with others in the Hack network. Each meet-up features a guest artist skill-share, plus time to experiment with creative tech in a relaxed and friendly setting. Drinks and snacks will be available to purchase.
Dates:
- 26 May
- 28 July
- 29 September
- 24 November.
Book here.
POWER HOUR WEBINARS
Find it hard to fit in some learning time? Why not try one of our online 'power hour' webinars on a specific software or creative technology practice, led by an expert. Programme to be announced shortly.
Join free membership.
New members are encouraged to join our Hack network!
Benefits of being a member of Hack:
Sign up for free membership - open to all aged 18+ who live, learn or work in Medway and the surrounding areas.
To register, please fill out your details below:
Benefits of being a member of Hack:
- free and subsidised places for our industry masterclasses
- exclusive invites to apply for our Festival commissions
- develop collaborations with other members, which may lead to joint projects and funding
Sign up for free membership - open to all aged 18+ who live, learn or work in Medway and the surrounding areas.
To register, please fill out your details below:
