LEARN. CREATE. GROW.
PROGRAMS BUILT
FOR THE REAL WORLD.
We're working with experienced industry professionals from Chicago and around the world to develop high-quality programs built around the skills, technology, and opportunities shaping today's creative economy.
Built With Industry.
DESIGNED FOR YOUR FUTURE.
T.A.P. is developing programs with working professionals, educators, creators and industry leaders so participants learn relevant skills, gain real-world experience, and understand how the industry actually works.
Industry-Led Learning
Guidance and insight from working professionals across the creative industries.
Hands-On Experience
Real projects, real tools, real-world application.
Career & Business Skills
Learn how to build, protect and grow your creative career.
Global Perspective
A network of professionals and ideas from Chicago and around the world.
Explore What's Ahead
PROGRAM AREAS IN DEVELOPMENT
We're building a dynamic set of programs to meet the evolving needs of creators. These program areas are currently in development and designed to provide real-world skills, access and opportunities.
Explore What's Forward
FROM THE CLASSROOM
TO THE INDUSTRY.
We combine expert instruction, hands-on projects, mentorship, collaboration and exposure to real opportunities to help you move from learning to doing — and from doing to what's next.
Learn
Gain foundational skills and knowledge.
Practice
Work on real projects with expert guidance.
Create
Develop your portfolio and unique voice.
Connect
Build relationships with industry professionals.
Advance
Access new opportunities and take your next step.
Real Experience. Real Guidance.
LEARN FROM PEOPLE
WHO DO THE WORK.
T.A.P. is building a network of professionals across media, entertainment, technology, business and creative industries to help shape curriculum, share real-world experience and connect participants to broader perspectives.
Our Approach
Different People.Bigger Possibilities.
Creatives. Innovators. Change Makers.
WHO ARE OUR PROGRAMS FOR?
Aspiring Creators
Build foundational skills and confidence.
Emerging Professionals
Strengthen your craft and career readiness.
Entrepreneurs
Learn to build, protect and monetize creative work.
Industry Professionals
Mentor, teach, collaborate and help develop the next generation.
BE FIRST
TO KNOW.
Our next generation of programs is being developed now. Tell us what you're interested in and we'll keep you informed as opportunities become available.
YOUR TALENT.
YOUR FUTURE.
YOUR NEXT LEVEL.
Access. Knowledge. Opportunity. A stronger Chicago for a more creative tomorrow.
Get InvolvedA Creative One.