Fran Taylor

TikTok expands investment and presence in the UK as number of regular users crosses 30 million - Newsroom | TikTok More than 30 million people across the UK now use TikTok each month*, making the UK our largest user community in Europe TikTok continues to grow its investment in the UK, expanding our operations wit...

Did you know that more than 30 million people across the UK now use TikTok? That's nearly half the country. #trends #marketing newsroom.tiktok.com/en-gb/tiktok...

What’s the difference between boosted posts and ad campaigns on Facebook and Instagram? A simple guide to helping you choose the best approach to promote your art or organisation on Meta platforms.

A nice piece by @nicolabarratt4.bsky.social on the differences between boosted posts and ad campaigns on FB and Insta digitalculturenetwork.org.uk/knowledge/wh... #marketing

These guys still make the best content 😍

Aww, we get these in Scotland too!

Can’t wait to see this!

Love this from Mind 😍 #mentalhealth

The best Grayson Perry books: 4 fascinating reads for Perry fans If you love Grayson Perry’s art, you’ll love his books too.

🟦 a huge 65th birthday exhibition by Grayson Perry is coming to London v soon

so i’ve picked 4 of the best books to help you get up to speed on the great British artist 📚 ⤵️

www.maxwellmuseums.com/post/the-bes...

British Museum selects designer to create welcome pavilion - Museums Association New visitor entrance and forecourt to be completed by spring 2026

In case you missed it, British Museum have announced the designer for their new pavilion and forecourt. Expect "soft landscaping and plants, engaging installations." www.museumsassociation.org/museums-jour... #museums #culture

They've also created a super useful Starter Pack for the #creativeindustries bsky.app/starter-pack...

5 key themes from Stocksy's 2025 Visual Insights Report every creative should know Want a glimpse of the future of visual media? The artist-owned cooperative's 2025 report is essential reading. The creative industries seem to be changing faster than ever right now. So, if you'r...

Want a glimpse of the future of visual media? Check out this report via @creativeboom.bsky.social www.creativeboom.com/features/5-k...

It's all about imperfection, rawness and emotional connection. #design #trends

🟦 NEWS 🚨 | the viral absolute unit meme from @themerl.bsky.social has been acquired for the national collection

it is the first born-digital object acquired by the National Science and Media Museum, and will go on display in January

Your newsletter is brilliant. Thank you!

Yes, I really want to go to this with the kids! Hopefully they'll like it.

Sometimes it's not just the activity - getting through central London to the venue is also a sensory challenge.

I also remember you talking online about relaxed sessions being at normal times - not 8am or 9pm at night! I’m all for this!

Today my daughter went on a school trip to the pantomime and spent 2 hours sitting in the foyer because it was too loud.

Go follow Autism in Museums! They’re doing great work to make culture more #accessible for all 💪🏼

This year I've loved getting more involved in #mentoring! I volunteer with Unltd (a network of social & ethical businesses) and I also mentor some charity and arts professionals...

Big thanks to @artfund.bsky.social for pulling together this new Mentoring Toolkit www.artfund.org/professional...

Sure, happy to help!

130 out of 150 spots filled in our Museums in the UK starter pack!

It’s wonderful to see how quickly this platform has taken off in GLAM over the last month or so. Hello to all our wonderful museum friends ❤️

Want to see a free #Hockney exhibition in #London this month? Living in Colour is open at the Halcyon (near Bond St) until 31 Dec.

We went on a Friday lunch and it was super quiet with a lovely curator on hand to talk you through the pieces. www.halcyongallery.com/exhibitions/...

Summer visits to DCMS museums and galleries down year-on-year - Arts Professional There were almost 12 million visits to museums and galleries sponsored by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) between July and September this year, according to the latest figures relea...

Not a big surprise, but UK #museum visitor figures are STILL down on pre-pandemic @artsprofessional.co.uk www.artsprofessional.co.uk/news/summer-...

Ok, so I'm kinda loving the randomness of Pinterest Predicts UK today for its #trends predictions... Castle core, Rebel floats and Fisherman Aesthetic anyone? uk.pinterest.com/pinterestpre...

Migrating swans and geese. 🦢

Thank you! Some great tips in here.

People sit together around tables in a cafe during the MA's 2023 conference

“I'm a freelancer, get me out of here!”

Have no fear: just check out our new compilation of resources and tools for freelancers in museums, heritage and culture 🛠️

From fee calculators to finding work, we've gathered the best recommendations for freelancers, by freelancers: mus.ms/49gmWTX

For all my fellow marketers looking after Membership schemes, here are some interesting stats from the Audience Agency! Some of the insights aren't too surprising, but it might give you some ideas for your digital ad targeting this Xmas...

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Hi! 👋 Just to introduce myself, I'm a UK-based freelance Marketing Consultant with over 15 years of experience in the cultural and charity sectors. I help brands like the V&A, Barbican, Mind and UCL reach new audiences and deliver amazing campaigns. Need help? Get in touch.

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