Last month, Creative Access partnered with leading media law firm, Simons Muirhead Burton to host an inspiring evening of conversation exploring what it means to build a career on your own terms. Bringing together founders, CEOs and creative leaders from across the cultural and media landscape, the event delved into the realities of moving away […]

More recently, work is being done to increase diversity in the sector, break down barriers to entering creative professions and eradicate exploitative internship practices. For example, Creative Access is the leading inclusivity organisation in the creative industries, supporting people from underrepresented groups (diversity, ethnicity, socioeconomic background) into creative careers.‘Creative Access exists to help ensure opportunities are communicated […]

Jordan John founded Underscore Studios, a London and South West based social enterprise working between film, events and education and committed to increasing accessibility in the arts. Recently awarded the Creative Access Career Development bursary towards his own short film, These Streets, John shares his experiences as a working-class founder and writer, and top tips for like-minded creatives.  Becoming familiar with contacts like Creative Access can open doors to support and […]

“Creative Access, the UK’s leading inclusivity organisation in the industry, defines underserved communities as groups proven to be underrepresented in the sector”, reports Kirklees Local TV.

Inside Maya Jama’s new partnership with Creative Access and why it matters for diversity in entertainment, media and talent management, reports The Talent Times.

Broadcaster and entrepreneur Maya Jama has partnered with Creative Access on a 6-month mentorship for eight early-career women from historically underserved backgrounds, reports Abbey Bamford, Creative Boom.

Eight brilliant individuals across all sectors of the industry are celebrated in the Publishers Association’s People of Publishing campaign. This year’s judging panel included Josie Dobrin, executive chair and founder of Creative Access, reports The Bookseller.

Our latest Creative Access Masterclass pulled back the curtain on Fane, the live events and production company shaping some of the most exciting cultural moments happening on UK stages today.  If you’ve ever attended a beautifully curated conversation with a bestselling author, an evening with a screen icon, podcaster or public thinker, there’s a good […]

‘Love Island host Maya Jama has teamed up with Creative Access to launch a new mentorship programme for marginalised women in UK creative industries, offering guidance in TV production, fashion and marketing’ reports The Media Eye.

“Love Island” host Maya Jama is partnering with social enterprise Creative Access to launch a new mentorship program for marginalised women in the U.K. creative industries. The six-month program will connect eight emerging creatives with powerhouse mentors from Jama’s own professional network who will offer guidance, insight and support in areas including TV production, broadcasting, fashion, communications, […]

Broadcaster and entrepreneur Maya Jama is partnering with Creative Access, a leading social enterprise, to launch a groundbreaking new mentorship opportunity for women from historically underserved and marginalised backgrounds.   The 6-month programme will connect eight emerging creatives with eight powerhouse mentors from Maya Jama’s professional network. The mentors will offer guidance, industry insight, and career […]

This year’s nominations for People of Publishing 2025 were evaluated by a judging panel comprising Dan Conway, CEO of the PA, Josie Dobrin, executive chair and founder of Creative Access, and Philip Jones, editor of The Bookseller. Reports Melina Spanoudi at The Bookseller.