Become a Member
For working creatives.
If you make a living — or want to — through creative work in the Mid West, this is for you.
Exclusive event invites
First access to meetups, dinners and creative industry events across the Mid West.
Weekly members digest
A weekly summary of job opportunities, events, member updates and more — delivered straight to your inbox.
The little black book
First call when brands, agencies and organisations come asking for a creative we trust.
Members directory
A clean, public listing of your work so the right people can find you.
Free educational events
Workshops on pricing, contracts, AI, sales, ops, taste — by regional creatives, for regional creatives.
Referral partners
Vetted professional partners and collaborators — no charge to use the network.
Creative support & connection
A room (digital and real) full of people who get the work, the doubt, and the upside.
Member badge
An official Cartel mark for your website, deck and proposals.


