The creative industries represent the fastest growing new economy sector in the UK and a significant area of expansion for many advanced and developing economies. Creative industries not only develop economic benefit, but they also play a crucial role in revitalising cities, countries and regions that had previously relied on manufacturing. In short, these industries contribute economic growth, vibrancy and style to communities across the globe.
The sector is diverse and wide reaching, encompassing advertising, design, fashion and textiles, music and performing arts, publishing and visual arts. These industries are changing rapidly, creating a demand for new skills and placing increased emphasis on entrepreneurship. As this demand increases, education institutions are rising to the different challenges moulding the creative workforce of the future in diverse and innovative ways.
In this session, senior academics and industry professionals address what the landscape of the creative industries will look like in the future. The discussion explores what skills countries will need to provide to adequately equip their entrepreneurs for the future. It will examine how institutions will meet the necessary demand for skills, and address the differing roles for the creative workforce in developing and advanced economies.