How to Set Up a Pop-up Shop

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During this course you will find out what actions to take to get started, how to find and get the space that will be best suited for you, what to consider when setting up a pop up shop, how to make the most out of social media when promoting your project and keeping it low cost. The course will also examine different types of insurances that exists for short-term lets, what help your council can offer you, how to find low- budget materials, contracts and unknown costs that might occur.

• How to get a space for free
• How to get sponsorship
• How to finance your pop up shop

• How to find the perfect location and space
• Timings
• Build awareness of your brand

• Using social media as a platform to advertise your pop up shop

By the end of the course, students will have the confidence and knowledge to set up a pop up shop and make it a success.