Description
Develop the skills and insight needed to succeed in business as a balloon modeller. Gain an edge in this surprisingly competitive industry with a course that quickly pays for itself in bookings.
This is an ideal course for:
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People wishing to start or improve an entertainment business.
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Children’s magicians and clowns looking to expand and develop their skills.
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Buskers and artists seeking to increase profits and professionalism.
This is not a run-of-the-mill instruction on how to construct animals, but a full course detailing how to turn balloons into a profitable enterprise. By the end of the course participants will have learned all the skills required to twist fantastic, funny and fanciful models, and how to build a business around them.
Most other courses simply teach how to create models, but we go further. This is more than a how-to; it is a guide to developing a successful business, full of practical information and insider tips that aren’t taught anywhere else.
Discover the secret knowledge of successful professionals, including:
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Effective time management, booking, and contracts.
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Moving from modelling to creating an act, helping to guarantee repeat bookings and customer referrals.
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How one simple item can improve the quality (and price) of your act ten-fold.
Balloon modelling is not all about kids and clowning, either; stand apart from other balloon modellers by learning to ply your trade beyond the scope of children’s parties. At the end of modules, you’ll be ready to succeed where others merely scrape by, and upon finishing the whole course you will be fully skilled ready to turn simple balloons into a profitable business.
KEY LEARNING POINTS
This course combines information on how to make balloon animals with practical instruction on establishing a solid sole-trader business. As with all our courses, students can study at an individual pace, and take their time to absorb all the information.
The course is split into two parts. In the first 11 in-depth modules, you will learn:
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What the balloon modelling industry is like.
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How to differentiate yourself from similar entertainers by tapping into current trends and maintaining an appeal to adults.
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The legal necessities of running a children’s entertainment business, and how to develop the required documents and policies.
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How to write a business plan (and why!).
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How to skilfully market yourself through multiple channels including social media.
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Financial concerns – what to spend, what to charge, tax payments and how to keep fiscal records.
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Skills for dealing with problems, challenges, accidents and difficult customers …and more!
With these vital business skills under your belt, you will then move on to learn how to construct a wide range of animals and accessories.
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Basic shapes such as the classic dog, rabbit and parrot.
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More complex creatures like elephants and reindeer.
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Multi-balloon models including a monkey in a tree, a turtle and a crocodile.
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Party favourites like pirate swords and fairy wings.
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Accessories and novelties such as hats, teddy bears and flowers.
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Financial concerns – what to spend, what to charge, tax payments and how to keep fiscal records …and more!
At the end of the course, demonstrate your learning with a short 30-question multiple choice quiz, and you’ll be qualified, ready to become a successful balloon artist.
ADVANTAGES OF THIS COURSE
As with all our courses, students have the flexibility of studying online at their own pace. Take the stress out of study with no textbooks and no deadlines.
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Differentiate yourself in the competitive world of children’s entertainment.
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Instruction from experienced industry professionals.
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Gain the skills needed to succeed in an industry where many struggle to survive.
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No prerequisite qualifications – this course is open to everyone, regardless of educational background.
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Interactive online learning platform means no books, no papers and no fuss.
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24 hours customer service support 5 days a week.
Units of Study
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Your Introduction to Becoming a Balloon Modeller
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The Types of Work/Jobs Balloon Modellers Do
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The Equipment and Materials You Will Need for Balloon Modelling
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Code of Conduct/Child Protection
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Health & Safety and Risk Assessments
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Taking/Managing Bookings – Establishing Job Requirements – and Time Planning
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Pricing and Costs
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Starting/Running Your Own Business
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Insurance, Accounting and Tax
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Marketing Your Business & Social Media
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The Do’s and Don’ts and What to Do When Things Don’t Go to Plan
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Balloon Modelling Techniques: The Basics
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How to Make a Balloon Dog
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How to Make a Balloon Elephant
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How to Make a Balloon Rabbit
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How to Make a Balloon Parrot
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Make a Crocodile Balloon Model
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How to Make a Balloon Reindeer
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How to Make a Balloon Turtle
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How to Make a Balloon Monkey in a Tree
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How to Make a Balloon Teddy Bear
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How to Make a Balloon Biplane
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How to Make a Balloon Flower
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How to Make Balloon Fairy Wings
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How to Make a Balloon Sword
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How to Make a Balloon Twisty Hat
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