What Work Cambridgeshire and Rutland 2016 | Page 9

Information and guidance for young people aged 13-19

CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

You might think that you just need a creative streak to land your dream job in
this industry but many roles in the creative sector involve working with the latest
technologies which are helping to drive the sector forwards. Job areas include film
and TV, social media, advertising, fashion, computer games and animation.

What is happening?

Skills & qualities

• Creative sector is a priority area meaning support for
local jobs. Cambridge is home to a cluster of start-up
tech businesses which are thriving; Peterborough has
a growing digital & creative sector; and Rutland has a
strong history of print media.
• Globally, creative jobs are expected to grow rapidly
over the next few years.
• Competition for jobs is fierce. Number of people
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