About us
The Discover Creative Careers programme is returning with a new vision, new partnerships and more incredible opportunities for young people.
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What we're here for
Our mission
To forge new routes into creative careers for young people from under-represented backgrounds.
WHO
2.27 million young people
WHERE
Every UK nation and region
WHY
Creative careers are for everyone
Who We Are
Our Creative Careers collective
Three national leaders in education, industry and access, delivering a single, inspiring national creative careers service.
Futures For All
The UK's largest work experience provider, with over 1.85 million state-educated students supported through employer encounters, inspirational talks and workplace experiences.
Creative UK
The national membership body for the UK's cultural and creative industries, representing more than 22,000 creative businesses and organisations across the sector.
Creative Access
The UK's leading inclusivity partner for the creative industries, with over 1,700 employers supported and a nationwide community of more than 170,000 creatives.
What we're building
Our Commitment
Over the next three years, Discover Creative Careers is committed to:
A refreshed UK-Wide digital platform connecting young people, employers and industry
Year-round opportunities, experiences and career support
An annual Discover Creative Careers Month every November
Industry talks, workshops, workplace visits and work experience
Paid traineeships and employment pathways for young adults
Industry recognition, networking opportunities and industry collaboration
Research and recommendations to improve routes into the creative industries
How are we doing it?
Our funding
Discover Creative Careers is funded by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) as part of the UK Government's commitment to strengthening skills, talent and access across the creative industries.
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Stay in the loop
Creative careers are for everyone
We are building a new UK-wide platform, connecting young people, supporters and employers with creative careers. Register your interest in the Discover Creative Careers programme.