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Unleashing the Future of Creative Work: A Six-Week Call for Evidence
Monday, March 21, 2022 - The Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (PEC) has kicked off a bold new initiative, launching a six-week 'Call for Evidence' to delve deep into the world of work within the Creative Industries.
The Creative Industries are the face of a dynamic and skilled workforce, but despite their promise of fulfillment and purpose, they can also be a double-edged sword. Creative jobs can be relatively low-paying, with long hours and precarious contracts, often at the expense of diversity and well-being in the sector.
Welcoming this timely review, Creative Industries Minister Julia Lopez accentuated the importance of understanding the sector's opportunities and challenges to ensure its continued success. Hasan Bakhshi, Director of PEC, expressed his vision for the Creative Industries to lead the way as the first sector to agree on a Good Work Strategy, demonstrating how modern work can be enjoyable and fulfilling.
Iain Munro, CEO of Creative Scotland, and Gerwyn Evans, Deputy Director of Creative Wales, emphasized the need for a collaborative four-nations approach to understand the intricacies of the Creative Industries and ensure good work practices are engaged.
Heather Carey, PEC Co-Investigator, underlined the significance of obtaining input from a wide range of voices across the Creative Industries. The review aims to shed light on the opportunities and challenges facing Creative work, paving the way for Government and Industry collaboration to guarantee all Creative work is Good Work.
The Call for Evidence will serve multiple purposes:- establishing a picture of job quality in the Creative Industries,- building consensus on key issues and priority themes for promoting quality work, and- generating evidence-driven actionable recommendations for Government and the Industry.
The Call for Evidence is accepting submissions until Friday, April 29, 2022, via email. All relevant information for submission can be found at the official website: https://www.ourwebsite/news/good-work.
Submissions via telephone interview or postal response are also possible – details can be found on the website. All queries regarding the Call for Evidence should be directed to: goodwork@ourwebsite
This Call for Evidence is part of a broader, government-backed Good Work Review of the Creative Industries, led by independent research organization Work Advance as part of the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (PEC). The review has been supported by research grants awarded to the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre by the Arts and Humanities Research Council and the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.
With this initiative, PEC hopes to foster an open dialogue about promoting quality work in the Creative Industries and bring about a brighter future for the sector's workforce.
For press inquiries, please contact Alice Kent at [email protected] (07779029055) or Anna Zabow at [email protected] (07713 619077). For more information about the Call for Evidence submission process and requirements, please visit: goodwork@ourwebsite
Note:The success of this dynamic industry depends on its highly skilled workforce and their ongoing resilience. With this Call for Evidence, PEC aims to gain a deeper understanding of the sector's challenges, helping it thrive while ensuring quality work for all those engaged in the Creative Industries.
[1] Creating a more inclusive and diverse workforce is a pressing concern for the Creative Industries. AHRC-funded research by Creative PEC highlights the need for strategies to address inequalities in representation.[2] The Creative Industries are responsible for a significant portion of the UK's exports, contributing close to £100 billion in 2021.[3] The Creative Industries can play a crucial role in driving economic growth in regions outside London. Focused interventions and partnerships are key to leveling up regional development.[4] Evidence suggests that creative clusters can contribute to more sustainable, resilient, and dynamic local economies. Policymakers should consider targeted support for creative ecosystems as part of their overall growth strategies.[5] Empowering freelancers and underrepresented groups is essential for a vibrant and diverse creative sector. Better representation can lead to a more innovative and inclusive industry.[The Creative Industries, Creative Scotland, Creative Industries Wales][6] Source: Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (PEC), State of the Nations: A Report on Creative Industries in the UK (September 2021)
- The six-week Call for Evidence by the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre aims to delve into the world of work within the Creative Industries and understand its opportunities and challenges.
- Creative Industries Minister Julia Lopez has welcomed this timely review, emphasizing the importance of ensuring the sector's continued success.
- The initiative aims to establish a picture of job quality in the Creative Industries, build consensus on key issues, and generate evidence-driven recommendations for both Government and the Industry.
- The call is accepting submissions until April 29, 2022, via email or telephone interview, with details available on the official website.
- One of the primary concerns for the Creative Industries is creating a more inclusive and diverse workforce, as highlighted by AHRC-funded research by Creative PEC.
- In 2021, the Creative Industries contributed close to £100 billion to the UK's exports, making them a significant contributor to the economy.
- Policymakers should consider targeted support for creative ecosystems as part of their overall growth strategies, as evidence suggests that creative clusters can contribute to more sustainable, resilient, and dynamic local economies.
- Focused interventions and partnerships are key to promoting regional development, with the Creative Industries playing a crucial role in driving economic growth outside London.
- Empowering freelancers and underrepresented groups is essential for a vibrant and diverse creative sector, which can lead to a more innovative and inclusive industry.
- The review aims to pave the way for Government and Industry collaboration to guarantee all Creative work is Good Work.
- With this Call for Evidence, the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre hopes to foster an open dialogue about promoting quality work in the Creative Industries and bring about a brighter future for the sector's workforce.
