Information and guidance for young people aged 13-19
COMPUTING AND
COMMUNICATIONS
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
• Tech sector needs 134,000 new recruits each year1.
• Software developers and advertising media design
businesses provide almost half the jobs2.
• 90% for new entrants to computer games industry
have a degree. Experience is beneficial and you
need to stand out from the crowd.
• Opportunities in all businesses for IT systems and
support - especially IT professionals with business
skills. Many graduate opportunities too and the
industry is keen to attract a diverse workforce.
Useful subjects
• Shortage of 3D and VFX designers, production
managers, games designers, software
programmers, broadcast engineers, digital
specialists.
• Other skills in demand include marketing and sales,
business, engineering and leadership.
• Cluster of software companies around
Adastral Park’s digital innovation
centre near Martlesham. University
Campus Suffolk offers training in
graphic design, animation and games
art & design and is home to a creative
hub.
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