Leading projects: Flexible tools for creative minds | GPLD657



Description

Learning alternative ways to plan and coordinate projects is an essential professional skill, especially in the arts and humanities, where projects are often emergent and hard to map out.

This workshop introduces flexible project planning frameworks as supportive tools to foster iteration, collaboration, and efficiency beyond traditional productivity culture. The first part of the session will introduce different planning frameworks, exploring how they can be tailored to suit different projects and adapted to address specific needs. We will introduce visual planning tools and provide an overview of free online project management apps. Attendees will also walk away with a template to plan and pitch projects. 

Note: This workshop is intended for creative and community-based projects that need flexible planning, and is ideal for attendees in the arts and humanities fields. You will make the most of this workshop if you bring a project you are working on or want to start.

 


Learning Objectives

At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
  • Identify project management frameworks that best suit their projects, allowing them to select effective tools for planning and executing their ideas.
  • Gain awareness of agile project planning, enabling them to start implementing their projects in iterative cycles, preventing them from getting stuck in long planning phases, and allowing them to adapt plans in real time.
  • Develop skills in adapting existing tools to their specific projects, enabling them to address challenges and customize their planning processes over time.

Leaders Information

Lina Moreno is a project management specialist with over a decade of experience in arts and social-impact organizations. They hold an MA in Art Education from Concordia University and project management certifications from McGill University and the Banff Centre. Lina focuses on designing accessible and flexible project management frameworks that support creativity and connection. Over the years, they have helped neurodiverse teams, Indigenous organizations, and creative professionals develop flexible frameworks that honour their values and how they work while achieving their goals.


www.projectsdifferently.com




How it works

Event details

Workshop location

Sir George Williams

Start date

Thursday, October 23, 2025

End date

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Workshop days

Thursday

Time

From 10:00 to 12:30

Capacity

19 / 20

Registration deadline

Monday, October 20, 2025