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Interviews > Letters to Creatives from Claire Wilson | Working across borders as an independent (Part 1)

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posted on 24 Apr 2025

Letters to Creatives from Claire Wilson | Working across borders as an independent (Part 1)

Letters to Creatives from Claire Wilson | Working across borders as an independent (Part 1)

ASEF culture360 introduces our new video interview series, Letters to Creatives, designed for emerging arts and cultural professionals. Each episode featuring experts in the arts and cultural field, offers first-hand knowledge, practical advice, learnings and reflections on the ups and downs creatives experience. 

For our first letter, ASEF culture360 speaks with Claire Wilson, a freelance researcher, writer and editor working in international cultural cooperation between Asia and Europe. Currently the Editor for culture360, we explore what drives Claire to work across borders as an independent in the cultural field.  

We delve into the meaning of international collaborations – how it is shaped, nurtured and sustained. From discovering your interests, to first conversations and pitching to prospective partners, Claire shares thoughtful insights into the unseen beginnings of cross-cultural projects.  

Watch Part 1 of the episode here: 


Letters to Creatives is ASEF culture360's latest video interview series, designed for emerging arts and cultural professionals. Each episode with experts in the arts and cultural field offers first-hand knowledge, practical advice, learnings and reflections on the ups and downs in the sector.

Episode show notes:

1. Episode transcript: Working across borders as an independent (Part 1)