Business / Teaching Related Classes
Accessibility in Kink Spaces - 1.5 hours
Whether you own a dungeon, a convention, or some other kink/BDSM space, providing an accessible space that can accommodate your supporters is vital to not only complying with the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) but also showing those supporters that you care about them in return. We'll cover things like the basics of making sure the space is wheelchair accessible to things you may not have considered like how your A/V effects affect your attendees. Make sure you come with an open mind and the compassion to learn and make changes for the benefit of your attendees; your hard work will be appreciated and make a world of difference for both your space and your supporters.
Asking For What You’re Worth - [Panel] 2 hours
Just how much does a kink educator get paid to teach adults about BDSM? Is it an hourly rate? Minimum wage? Or maybe less? Many people are often surprised to find out how pay works in the world of kink education, especially once they calculate just how much it can cost to travel to conventions where they teach. In this panel we’ll be joined by a few of your favorite experienced kink educators who will share their tips and tricks for kink education marketing, negotiation, and budgeting so they’re most likely to have some income (instead of deficit).
The Never-Ending Job Search - 2 hours
Unlike most jobs, being a full-time kink educator comes with the need to constantly apply for new teaching gigs. Whether that means cross-country convention tours, munches around every corner, or back-to-back online video calls, kink education can leave you with a packed calendar or hearing crickets all depending on how well your resume can win a few people over. For this class we’ll cover everything you need to find events to apply for, to getting your acceptance email, sharing your world with a few hundred new friends, and the hardest part: getting invited back! See you in class!
Kink Education Course Creation - 2 hours
So, you want to teach about kink and BDSM, but how do you come up with new classes and topics to talk about? Maybe the first few came easy but you’re not sure where to go from there. Should you expand on the same topic? Or perhaps it’s time to change lanes entirely? Is there such thing as a bad class topic or just poorly executed? We’ll cover different methods to pull ideas so you can figure out what works best for you and your teaching style. From titles and descriptions to fully fleshed out outlines and articles or papers, you’ll be all set to present your topic to your eager followers.
Kink Educator - From Hobbyist to Pro - 3 hours
Aristotle once said "those who know, do. Those that understand, teach." When it comes to BDSM and kink education, the sentiment holds true and is often the difference between learning a skill, and making a connection. As an educator we have an opportunity to make those connections whether we are giving a quick "how to" demo or teaching a packed hall.
How do we take our passion for learning and teaching and make it more than a hobby? In this class we'll cover going from skill instruction/demos to class creation, and how to promote yourself as an educator to get bookings and maintaining work as a professional educator.
Kinky Business - 1.5 hours
Have an idea for a kinky business? As an award-winning company owner, I'll share my experience in going from hobbyist to booming businesswoman; from finalizing your products to marketing, launching online sales to selling at events, this class has you covered.
Graphic Design 101 With Adobe Spark - 3 hours
Need to create eye-catching graphics for your online or print advertising materials? As much as we'd love to hire a graphic artist for every project, sometimes funding and timeframe don't allow for getting someone else up to speed, let alone someone who won't judge your alternative lifestyle business. For this class you'll learn the basics of graphic design, from color theory to typography to layout fundamentals, all from a certified graphic designer. Don't worry about needing expensive software, while the information covered will translate to multiple platforms, we're going to cover using Adobe Spark which offers a wide range of free functions that'll get you graphics you'll be proud to say "I made that!"
Vending-Friendly Events - 1.5 hours
Whether you're a vendor or an event producer, you don't want to miss this one! As someone who has vended at numerous events, I'm here to share those experiences with you. We'll cover common mistakes, made on both sides, as well as some of the best practices to make this partnership work best for everyone.
Marketing Outside of the Box (Of Business Cards) - 1.5 hours
When you think of sharing contact information, especially for businesses, we default to "business cards." Need to send an email later? "Hey, can I get your business card?" Have to send things in for an event swag bag? Better stock up on business cards! With business cards being so common you'd think they'd be the ideal promotional item and well, they aren't, at least not the way most people do them. What's the first thing you toss out of your event swag bags? Business cards. In this class we'll cover some alternatives that are more likely to make it from swag bag to the customer's home and develop into sales.
Social Media and Online Oopsies for Conventions - 1.5 hours
You're the proud owner of Kinky-LeatherCon, you've got your venue all picked out, top of the line vendors ready to sell their hearts out, and big name educators and performers that are sure to wow, but when it comes to ticket sales Kinky-LeatherCon is starting to look like Kinky-LeatherCan't. In this class we'll cover the common online oopsies that conventions make, preventing them from pulling in the big numbers they desire. Whether it's keeping up with the latest social media trends, getting lost in a sea of hashtags, or getting your timing just right, we'll take Kinky-LeatherCon from "ain't nobody got time for that" to "Yaaaas Honey!"
Like. Share. Follow. – 1.5 hours
With the new age of social media taking the internet (and our phones) by storm, it’s easy to get swept away and lost in the current. Between tweeting, sharing, liking, reblogging, cross-promotions, and so much more, the potential for visibility is at our fingertips; but how do we make the most out of our social media tool boxes? In this class we’ll cover what each of these social media outlets looks like, how to navigate them, best practices, and common pitfalls. Soon you too will be able to make the most of online marketing for your group, event, business, or even personal profiles!
Whether you own a dungeon, a convention, or some other kink/BDSM space, providing an accessible space that can accommodate your supporters is vital to not only complying with the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) but also showing those supporters that you care about them in return. We'll cover things like the basics of making sure the space is wheelchair accessible to things you may not have considered like how your A/V effects affect your attendees. Make sure you come with an open mind and the compassion to learn and make changes for the benefit of your attendees; your hard work will be appreciated and make a world of difference for both your space and your supporters.
Asking For What You’re Worth - [Panel] 2 hours
Just how much does a kink educator get paid to teach adults about BDSM? Is it an hourly rate? Minimum wage? Or maybe less? Many people are often surprised to find out how pay works in the world of kink education, especially once they calculate just how much it can cost to travel to conventions where they teach. In this panel we’ll be joined by a few of your favorite experienced kink educators who will share their tips and tricks for kink education marketing, negotiation, and budgeting so they’re most likely to have some income (instead of deficit).
The Never-Ending Job Search - 2 hours
Unlike most jobs, being a full-time kink educator comes with the need to constantly apply for new teaching gigs. Whether that means cross-country convention tours, munches around every corner, or back-to-back online video calls, kink education can leave you with a packed calendar or hearing crickets all depending on how well your resume can win a few people over. For this class we’ll cover everything you need to find events to apply for, to getting your acceptance email, sharing your world with a few hundred new friends, and the hardest part: getting invited back! See you in class!
Kink Education Course Creation - 2 hours
So, you want to teach about kink and BDSM, but how do you come up with new classes and topics to talk about? Maybe the first few came easy but you’re not sure where to go from there. Should you expand on the same topic? Or perhaps it’s time to change lanes entirely? Is there such thing as a bad class topic or just poorly executed? We’ll cover different methods to pull ideas so you can figure out what works best for you and your teaching style. From titles and descriptions to fully fleshed out outlines and articles or papers, you’ll be all set to present your topic to your eager followers.
Kink Educator - From Hobbyist to Pro - 3 hours
Aristotle once said "those who know, do. Those that understand, teach." When it comes to BDSM and kink education, the sentiment holds true and is often the difference between learning a skill, and making a connection. As an educator we have an opportunity to make those connections whether we are giving a quick "how to" demo or teaching a packed hall.
How do we take our passion for learning and teaching and make it more than a hobby? In this class we'll cover going from skill instruction/demos to class creation, and how to promote yourself as an educator to get bookings and maintaining work as a professional educator.
Kinky Business - 1.5 hours
Have an idea for a kinky business? As an award-winning company owner, I'll share my experience in going from hobbyist to booming businesswoman; from finalizing your products to marketing, launching online sales to selling at events, this class has you covered.
Graphic Design 101 With Adobe Spark - 3 hours
Need to create eye-catching graphics for your online or print advertising materials? As much as we'd love to hire a graphic artist for every project, sometimes funding and timeframe don't allow for getting someone else up to speed, let alone someone who won't judge your alternative lifestyle business. For this class you'll learn the basics of graphic design, from color theory to typography to layout fundamentals, all from a certified graphic designer. Don't worry about needing expensive software, while the information covered will translate to multiple platforms, we're going to cover using Adobe Spark which offers a wide range of free functions that'll get you graphics you'll be proud to say "I made that!"
Vending-Friendly Events - 1.5 hours
Whether you're a vendor or an event producer, you don't want to miss this one! As someone who has vended at numerous events, I'm here to share those experiences with you. We'll cover common mistakes, made on both sides, as well as some of the best practices to make this partnership work best for everyone.
Marketing Outside of the Box (Of Business Cards) - 1.5 hours
When you think of sharing contact information, especially for businesses, we default to "business cards." Need to send an email later? "Hey, can I get your business card?" Have to send things in for an event swag bag? Better stock up on business cards! With business cards being so common you'd think they'd be the ideal promotional item and well, they aren't, at least not the way most people do them. What's the first thing you toss out of your event swag bags? Business cards. In this class we'll cover some alternatives that are more likely to make it from swag bag to the customer's home and develop into sales.
Social Media and Online Oopsies for Conventions - 1.5 hours
You're the proud owner of Kinky-LeatherCon, you've got your venue all picked out, top of the line vendors ready to sell their hearts out, and big name educators and performers that are sure to wow, but when it comes to ticket sales Kinky-LeatherCon is starting to look like Kinky-LeatherCan't. In this class we'll cover the common online oopsies that conventions make, preventing them from pulling in the big numbers they desire. Whether it's keeping up with the latest social media trends, getting lost in a sea of hashtags, or getting your timing just right, we'll take Kinky-LeatherCon from "ain't nobody got time for that" to "Yaaaas Honey!"
Like. Share. Follow. – 1.5 hours
With the new age of social media taking the internet (and our phones) by storm, it’s easy to get swept away and lost in the current. Between tweeting, sharing, liking, reblogging, cross-promotions, and so much more, the potential for visibility is at our fingertips; but how do we make the most out of our social media tool boxes? In this class we’ll cover what each of these social media outlets looks like, how to navigate them, best practices, and common pitfalls. Soon you too will be able to make the most of online marketing for your group, event, business, or even personal profiles!