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Did you know that springtime is the best time to land a new role? Whether it’s because budgets are renewing or simply because the sun is shining, we’re seeing A LOT more opportunities come through right now. Our data shows a consistent spike in job listings between the months of March and May – and […]
Building an impactful creative career with The Literary Consultancy
In our latest masterclass, we were joined by Aki Schilz, director of The Literary Consultancy – the UK’s longest-standing editorial consultancy. A writer, businesswoman and creative facilitator, alongside her role at TLC, Aki set up the Rebecca Swift Foundation, is the co-founder of Being a Writer, and launched the #BookJobTransparency campaign. Aki led an interactive […]
Creative Access trainer Dr. Victoria Mattison shares how to support neurodivergent staff
Body-doubling, regular breaks and reciprocal mentoring: How publishers can support neurodivergent staff to thrive. By Melina Spanoudi Clinical psychologist and Creative Access trainer Victoria Mattison shares further insights on how employers can create supportive environments for autistic staff, as well as individuals with ADHD, dyslexia and dyspraxia. You can read the article here.
At Creative Access, we’ve been thinking about all the ways that AI will impact inclusion, skills and recruitment in the creative economy. Technological change is nothing new for creatives – we’re always seeking new tools to do innovative and imaginative things. The mass adoption of creative tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Runway or Midjourney presents a huge creative […]
CEO Mel Rodrigues on addressing socio-economic barriers
Mary Stone, Arts Professional, reports on, ‘Privately educated hold top jobs at third of highest-funded NPOs’ and quotes Creative Access CEO, Mel Rodrigues. ‘In response to Sutton Trust’s report, Melanie Rodrigues, CEO of Creative Access, previously said: “Addressing socio-economic barriers is a complex task, but it is business critical to nurture and progress talent from […]
Making It: Creative Futures Festival in collaboration with Tate
Creative Access is excited to announce, Making It: Creative Futures Festival in collaboration with Tate. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your creative career, this is for you… Join us at Tate Britain on Saturday 12th April for a day filled with career talks, hands-on workshops, and one-to-one mentoring […]
Georgia Luckhurt of The Stage has covered the news that Creative Access’ Career Development Bursary will allow 49 creatives will receive vital funding to cover equipment, training, travel, and other career-critical costs. The coverage featured a testimonial from Welsh theatremaker Mehdi Razi, who is using the funding to attend director courses to support an upcoming project: […]
Advanced Television covers funding demand for TV & film workers
Advanced Television has covered Creative Access’ announcement of its most recent Career Development Bursary recipients: 49 creatives will receive vital funding to cover equipment, training, travel, and other career-critical costs. The highest number of applications came from creatives working in TV & film. The coverage featured a testimonial from recipient Noor Kabbanian, an aspiring Film & […]
Funding demand hits record high for under-represented creatives
Mid-level talent face deep financial challenges to career progression as Creative Access announce recipients of Career Development Bursary, supported by WME & McLaren Racing Creative Access, the UK’s leading diversity, equity & inclusion social enterprise has announced that 49 creatives will receive vital funding to cover equipment, training, travel, and other career-critical costs. A record-breaking […]
Building creative careers outside of London masterclass
It was a lively and informative Creative Access virtual masterclass, bringing together aspiring, junior and mid-level creatives from across the UK. Chaired by our marketing & communications manager, Rochelle Chinn, the panel featured seasoned industry pros at various career stages in music, PR, TV & film, and comms. They explored how to overcome geographical barriers […]
‘How hospitality prepared me for the creative industries’
Meet Sophie, a valued member of the Thrive team at Creative Access. Since joining in April 2024, she has played a key role in supporting our community and creative employers, assisting with the running and delivery of a range of programmes, mentoring programmes and employer training sessions. Making the career switch from hospitality to DE&I, […]
Creative Access’ CEO, Mel Rodrigues, has been featured in HR Magazine’s ‘Lessons from the C-Suite’ discussing her career path, inspirations, and what HR professionals need to enter the C-suite. Read ‘Lessons from the C-suite: Mel Rodrigues, Creative Access‘.
