Meet your new cowork-ers, the 1528 Collective

Scaling a startup, launching your own business, running an organization — it’s all a lot easier with experts that do what you don’t. 
Find, chat with and hire them through the 1528 Collective.

Selena, Made in Color

Producer

I am a founder at Made in Color and we are at at the intersection of storytelling, strategy, and culture. We produce, manage, and host creative projects for people by people around the globe.


Eniola, UX Outloud

User Experience

I bring to the collective 10 years of experience as a User Experience Researcher across industries like Biotech, healthcare, fintech and now Meta. I also foundedUX Outloud, UX career coaching and consultancy business. I enable businesses to understand their audiences, leveraging insights to emphasize their key differentiators and exceed objectives and key results. 

Lisa, Relatable Content

Branding + Content for All

What I used to do for celebs, I do now for small businesses and cool people with good ideas. Ask me about launching a biz, rebranding one, or reality TV.

Khepera, Telescopic Media

Filmmaker

Documentary and commercial director using the language of cinema to explore how technology is affecting our modern world.

Steve, Steven B Studios

Photographer

As a headshot photographer, I focus on capturing the unique essence of each individual. My work combines technical skills with a passion for storytelling, ensuring every photo tells a personal story. With a keen eye for light and composition, I strive to bring out the best in everyone.

Sorel, ABG Art Group

Art + Murals

I love producing public works of art and 1528 is my canvas and a place where we showcase Oakland’s most inspiring artists.

Joshua

Podcaster

I am a comedian, poet, educator and performer. I incorporate elements of spoken word and beatbox into my shows in a mash-up of comedy, intimate reflection and unpredictable antics. And i can help you launch your podcast.

Consider your to-do list done.

Join the Collective

We’re looking for community-minded folks, skilled in website design and graphic design. Sound like you?

Shoot us an email

Work with the Collective

Tap a local person or business who can help you run yours. Bonus: Work with us and get to use the 1528 space.


Get in touch!