CONVINCE YOUR BOSS

Attending a conference is a valuable investment in your professional development. With Creative Works ONLINE, that investment is now more cost-effective and accessible than ever. No travel. No hotels. No days away from work. Just candid presentations, insightful demos, and interactive workshops with the industry’s best—all at a fraction of the cost of a traditional conference.

WHY IT’S WORTH IT

  • You’ll gain new skills from industry experts

    Creative Workers Union invites top talent to lead interactive, 3-hour workshops on relevant skills like illustration, lettering, storytelling, and brand building. With no overlap this year, you can attend as many as you’d like and bring fresh techniques back to your role.

  • You’ll renew your energy and passion for your work

    At the core of the conference, world-class creatives share their processes, successes, and lessons learned. These candid conversations are designed to spark new ideas and recharge your perspective.

  • You’ll learn new trends, ideas, techniques, and best practices

    From insightful demos to timely presentations, you’ll gain actionable takeaways you can apply directly to your projects and share with your team.

  • You’ll expand your network and connect with a larger creative community

    Meet and engage virtually with peers and leaders from around the world. Building these connections will broaden your perspective and help you tackle creative challenges with new confidence.

ADDITIONAL POINTS TO CONSIDER

  • Highlight the cost savings

    A Virtual Pass is just $150. That includes all presentations, demos, and 90-day replay access. Workshops are $150 each—an affordable way to get direct instruction from industry leaders without paying for flights or hotels.

  • Emphasize the flexibility

    Presentations are recorded, so you can catch up anytime within 90 days. Workshops happen on Saturdays (Oct 4, 11, 25 & Nov 1, 8), so they won’t interrupt your work week.

  • Show the ROI

    You’ll return with new skills, insights, and contacts that benefit the entire team. Offer to give a short report or presentation to share what you learned.

  • Tie it to company goals

    Connect the topics—brand, design, storytelling, creative leadership—to your company’s objectives. Show how the investment helps your team deliver stronger results.

SAMPLE EMAIL

Subject: Request for Approval to Attend Creative Works ONLINE

Dear [Manager's Name],

I’m writing to request approval to attend Creative Works ONLINE, October 2–3, 2025, with workshops running through November 8. This conference offers an unparalleled opportunity to develop my skills, gain fresh perspectives, and connect with a broader creative community—all of which will directly benefit my work and contribute to [Company/Agency Name]’s success.

Here’s the value for our team:

  • Gain New Skills: Interactive, 3-hour workshops led by top creatives, with practical skills I can bring back to our projects.

  • Boost Creativity and Productivity: Candid presentations and demos that will inspire new approaches and problem-solving.

  • Stay Current: Insights into emerging trends, tools, and techniques we can integrate into our workflow.

  • Expand Connections: Build relationships with peers and leaders in the creative community for future collaboration.

  • Flexible and Affordable: A Virtual Pass is only $150 and includes replays for 90 days. Workshops are $150 each and held on Saturdays, so my work week remains focused.

Thank you for considering this request. I’m confident this experience will directly support my growth and add measurable value to [Company/Agency Name].

Best regards,
[Your Name]