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Culture24 Workshop
16th Jul, 2008
'Strategic social media for the cultural sector' or
'Making your collection work for you online'
A day with Seb Chan, Manager of the Web Services Unit, Powerhouse Museum, Sydney
Date: Monday 8th September 2008
Time: 10.30am – 4.00pm
Informal drinks and networking: 6.00 – 8.00pm
Location: Dana Centre, London
Price: £150 +VAT
How does your museum engage with its audiences? Do you use social media to reach and engage with new audiences?
Understanding social media marketing is essential for museums in the 21st century. This workshop will show you how you can listen to and engage with audiences online, and consider some of the challenges involved in running effective campaigns.
Who is the day for?
This session is aimed at those working in the planning, managing, creating or curating of online collections or cultural websites from within the museums, archives, galleries or library sectors.
The day is not aimed at technical staff – the presentations won't focus on the minutiae of technical methods.
What will you get from the day?
Practical ideas about ways to make your digital collections more accessible
An understanding of the changing nature of online publishing and the benefits of an open approach
Evidence to argue for investment in online services within your organisation
Ideas and strategies for building sustainable online audiences
Venue information
The event will take place at the Dana Centre, 165 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, London SW7 5HD
For venue details and a map, please see: www.danacentre.org.uk/aboutus/location
Booking information
To book your place at the event, please complete the online booking form.
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