Kickstarter Scheme

Over 2021, Mooch participated in the government backed scheme called Kickstarter, which funded work experience for young people on universal credit between the ages of 16-24. From April to October, Jessica Clements worked on the fantastic Rydesgate project and became a crucial part of the project delivery. Here are her thoughts on the benefits to her as someone who participated in this scheme.

“The opportunity to work for Mooch through the Kickstarter scheme has been incredible. Through working with Theresa at Mooch, I have gained a great insight in what it takes to work within the creative industries for the public realm and learnt many key skills that I can take forward in my own creative practise as an artist. I have developed valuable connections within the area and really seen first-hand how public art can benefit local communities and those who live in them. I enjoyed working at Mooch very much and I’m so grateful to of had the opportunity to be part of it.”-Jessica Clements

Mooch is now on the threshold of employing our second Kickstarter for six months and is looking forward very much to collaborating with another aspiring creative young person.

To find out more information on the government Kickstarter scheme please follow the link:

https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/kickstart-scheme