We want to see a fair & skilled cultural sector, that’s why we exist.
Our collaboration with employers means we understand what they need, and our regular research means we stay up to date. We’re helping to inform the future of work in our field – not just for economic growth but for social impact too – and because it makes good sense.
Support with apprenticeships, influencing the latest qualification developments, giving people information and choice or defining skills and workforce need – we cover it all.
Creativity and culture are here to stay, so making sure opportunities really are inclusive is what we work hard to address. And we’re UK wide; but we’re not all the same. Difference is good and we consider ourselves to be champions of the diversity that’s everywhere in the places we work.
We’re aiming for a different cultural landscape; we’re speaking up for change.
Our footprint covers archives, craft, design, heritage, libraries, literature, museums, music, performing art and visual arts. We provide support, advocacy and advice, as well as opportunities to come together. If you’re thinking about skills in – or access to – the cultural sector, then let’s talk. Get in touch at info@ccskills.org.uk
Exploring apprenticeships with Manchester Museum
We met with Barinur Rashid, Secondary science and post 16 Learning Coordinator and Maya Chowdhury, Cultural Learning & Participation Officer Apprentice at Manchester Museum to find out more about their apprenticeship programme and hear directly from Maya on her experience as an apprentice within the cultural heritage sector.
Celebrating four years of Cultural Ambition Wales
This year we’re celebrating the fourth and final year of Cultural Ambition Wales, a long-term training programme that has provided young people furthest from the workplace with in-depth skills development and paid work placements across the cultural heritage sector.
Meet the Kickstarter: Bella Casson
Based in Manchester, Brighter Sound is a creative music charity working to develop the music creators, leaders and industry professionals of the future. We met with Bella and her line managers to find out more about her Creative Kickstart placement and the impact it’s had on her career plans.
Meet the Kickstarters: Aimee and Chloe
Based in Glasgow, Cryptic is an award winning internationally renowned producing arts house presenting today’s most imaginative, pioneering artists whilst also nurturing the creative talent of tomorrow. We caught up with the team about their experience of the Creative Kickstart programme and the impact it’s had on the organisation and the young people.
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Our best practice guide for leaders is designed to help employers reflect on how they might currently approach recruitment & help employers understand what diversity & inclusivity really mean. To download from our website click: https://bit.ly/41NqqJ3 #creativeculturalskills
#Freelancers - you don’t have to be one thing!
Grow your #creativity and income by using your skills across a range of #creativeindustries.
Find out how at https://bit.ly/3oI2IPJ
#PortfolioCareer #GoPortfolio @ace_national @UKScreenSkills
Do you work in the Creative Industries and want to help INSPIRE future workforces? Take part in #DiscoverCreativeCareers! 🎉
Demonstrate the variety of roles and pathways available within the industry through in-person or virtual events.
Sign up 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q01Md0qJ0
We’ve been working with @TheRSC to support the team towards an ambitious apprenticeship programme. We’re delighted the company has pledged to extend the current programme to 28 by Spring 2024. To find out more visit the vacancies page on the RSC website: https://bit.ly/42blXjl
Thank you to @Nominet @GoodThingsFdn and everyone who came to our session today about the impact of #datapoverty on care experienced young people's access to arts, creativity & culture. Please DM me if you'd like to read the report - there are solutions. @CCSkills @bfinetwork
Are you an individual artist or employee within an arts organisation/creative business?
Complete our survey & help us understand the challenges faced by the sector, explore ways to help workers & to make the case for funding to tackle these challenges 👇
https://consultations.nidirect.gov.uk/dfc/creative-individuals-workforce-survey
Calling cultural businesses & freelancers in West and North Yorkshire – Here is your opportunity to inform local skills strategies! Please get involved and have your voice heard by clicking the link and completing this short survey: https://bit.ly/43CoKmW
Last month we heard from three organisations who are putting apprenticeships at the heart of their workforce development. An interesting & insightful discussion was had. Missed it? Click here to watch back & check out some of our other event recordings: https://bit.ly/41x1lCd
🏆 Celebrating Talent & Diversity in #Apprenticeships 🏆
Nominations for The Multicultural Apprenticeship Awards 2023 are open until 28th April!
NOMINATE NOW 👇
https://multiculturalapprenticeshipawards.co.uk/
#MCAppAwards @CCSkills
We share knowledge and experience across workplaces, collaborating with employers to address skills gaps so that the cultural sector becomes more inclusive and reflective of the UK population. For more information and to sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3LXCH8A
Our backstage tours and talks BTS at music festivals & concerts give college students valuable preparation for their future working lives within the music industry. For more information & to book your student group on to the next tour please click here: http://bit.ly/3ZEmiJx
Can you make a difference within the Creative Community?
Applications to be considered to become a member of The Isle of Man Arts Council and representative to @CultureVannin close on Friday 7th April.
Visit our website to apply https://www.iomarts.com/
#apply #isleofman #art
🇬🇧 applicants are eligible thanks to @SciTechgovuk guarantee scheme @KTN_Creative @CreativeET @CreativeIndsUK @CCSkills @CreativePEC @nesta_uk @ProfKatyShaw @imadgination03 @ciclusters @Heritage_NGOs @ArtsInfopointUK @AandBCymru @wefowales @ClwstwrCreu @designcouncil
EIT Culture & Creativity first #Calls for #Proposals are out!
You can now start preparing #creative proposals to our #challenge-based and #mission-driven calls.
🕙#Application period will be open from 17 of April to 31 of May 2023
👉Learn more: https://eit-culture-creativity.eu/eit-culture-creativity-launches-first-open-calls-for-proposals/
Funded by @GoHigherWY Uni Connect Prog & delivered by Jo Eposti @CCSkills. Join four sessions created for teachers/advisors to understand the breadth of opportunities/career options within creative sector. To find out more: http://bit.ly/3Ktb2LO #gohigherwestyorkshire
Big shout out to all the organisations and our colleagues in the sector with their heads down bid writing as we approach the deadlines! #creativeculturalskills
Teacher friends, would love you to watch this 3min video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYuOEpQqUBw
All about the intersections of #creativity, #active #learning & #wellbeing in #education
@open_drama_uk @CCSkills @WorldCreativity @weteachdrama @gemmawoffinden @EnterpriseSBox @artmember210
