Please see the following attached link for a very good visual guide on helping you write out a business plan. Its a great time to start early and whilst at university to get all the support you can from more experienced people around you.
A business plan can also help shape your studio/agency and make you think of new areas of business. It may seem a little daunting but don’t be scared and go in with an open mind…
Click to access EPBusinessPlanGuideNov12.pdf
You can also find the templates at –
This is a great link that can you help out with your own new studio brand of for future clients…
http://www.marketingnerd.co.uk/how-to/writing-a-marketing-strap-line-that-means-something/
If you are setting up a studio where you would like to work within advertising check this link out
http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/publishing/articles/82873.aspx#imgn_0
It has some nice little tips. Whilst you are still a student do as many briefs as you can to get an idea on what goes into working on an advert.
I can’t stress enough about networking with other creatives and you are in the best place full of creative talent to get key contacts on board now. There are many people who can work on an advert from a designer, to account handlers, art directors and photographers. Every agency/studio has their preferred freelancers and it is now a great time to collaborate and get yours!
If there are no live briefs to work on then make one up or get in contact and I will set you one to test your skills…
students guide to setting up 