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Insights from the Labour Party Conference 2025 - Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · 1d

Take a look at this new scholarship opportunity from @newcastleuni.bsky.social in the 'Economics of Well-being, Arts Engagement, and Health Inequalities'. Closing date is 14/11/2025.

This scholarship is part of a wider investment by the University in the Creative PEC.

www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate...

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Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · 4d

Creative PEC Policy Advisor Emily Hopkins was at the Labour Party Conference, watching for announcements and discussions relating to the creative industries.

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Creative PEC Policy Adviser Emily Hopkins attended the Labour Party Conference in September 2025.

Take our Audience Survey - Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · 6d

We want to hear from you! What do we do well, and what could we do better? Completing our short survey will help us better support the creative industries - and you might even win a National Art Pass.

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We want to know what you think of Creative PEC

Association of South-East Asian Nations' long-term view of the creative economy - Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · 7d

What is ASEAN's sustainability framework, and how does it contribute to the region's ambitions to become a world leader in the creative economy by 2045?

John Newbigin, the Mayor of London's Ambassador for the Creative Industries, explains all in our new blog.

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A guest blog from John Newbigin on how ASEAN could become a world leader in the creative economy by 2045.

Take our Audience Survey - Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · 11d

We'd like to hear from you! If you have 5 minutes, our audience survey will help us improve what we do and be better positioned to support the creative industries.

Thanks!

pec.ac.uk/blog_entries...

We want to know what you think of Creative PEC

Mapping Qualifications in the Creative Economy - Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · 12d

Our autumn seminar season begins 9 October with 'Mapping Qualifications in the Creative Economy'.

Join us online to find out the extent to which creative qualifications are employed in the Creative and Cultural Industries and in the general labour market.
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9 October 2025: Join us for an update to the Creative Trident model of creative employment that incorporates creative qualifications.

CIC Climate Group highlights role for creative leaders - The Creative Industries

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · 13d

Among the recommendations it puts forward is a need for ongoing research into creative industries and the environment, that builds upon Creative PEC’s work in the area.
Read more about key points and recommendations in the report.

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · 13d

Our colleagues at @cicuk.bsky.social have released the results of their climate survey, measuring progress since the launch of the Creative Climate Charter in 2023. www.thecreativeindustries.co.uk/site-content...

CIC Climate Group research highlights the commitment of UK creative leadership to climate action.

www.thecreativeindustries.co.uk

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Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · 18d

New report from the CIC on the impact of the creative industries on health and wellbeing. Out now 👇

Creative Industries Council @cicuk.bsky.social · 19d

Creative health programmes are helping to improve the UK's health & wellbeing, providing new work opportunities for creatives & saving the NHS money.

Read our new report, from the CIC & @artscouncilengland.bsky.social.

www.thecreativeindustries.co.uk/download-hub/health-wellbeing-forum-report

CIC Health & Wellbeing Forum 2025 Report - Download Hub: The Creative Industries

A cross sector group of experts advises greater use of innovative creative health approaches to help the UK meet long-term challenges. Download now in the Download Hub.

www.thecreativeindustries.co.uk

We're hiring a Policy Advisor - Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · 19d

10 days left to apply for the Policy Advisor role here at Creative PEC. Join a team of excellent people and deliver vital support to the creative industries with rigorous research and policy insights.

Closing date: 28 September

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · Sep 8

We’re hiring a Policy Advisor (Local and Regional) to join Creative PEC’s Policy Unit!

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We are hiring a part time regional and local Policy Advisor to support Creative PEC impact activity.

Connecting Communities: The North East Social Capital Summit

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · 26d

Creative PEC’s Dr Sarah Najm will be at the Power of Creativity workshop, exploring how the arts forge connections, spark belonging, and build trust via collaboration and shared experiences.
Book your free tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/connecting...

How can we use the power of connection to strengthen our communities and build a stronger North East?

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Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · 26d

We’re collaborating with Insights North East as part of Connecting Community Summit on 22 Oct at The Glasshouse.

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · Sep 8

Key details:
Salary (pro-rata): £35,608 to £37,694 with progression to £46,049
Part time: 3 days per week, fixed term until 31st May 2028.
Location: Newcastle University
Closing date: 28th September 2025

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · Sep 8

This is a pivotal role focused on growing Creative PEC’s creative industries policy impact in the North East of England, as well as strengthening our engagement with local government and regional initiatives across the country.

We're hiring a Policy Advisor - Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · Sep 8

We’re hiring a Policy Advisor (Local and Regional) to join Creative PEC’s Policy Unit!

pec.ac.uk/job_entries/...

We are hiring a part time regional and local Policy Advisor to support Creative PEC impact activity.

We're hiring a Comms and Events Officer - Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre

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Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · Sep 2

The salary range is £30,942 - £31,644 (inc London weighting). Application closing date is 7 Sept 2025. Find out more and apply: pec.ac.uk/job_entries/...

Join our Comms team! You'll be producing research reports and supporting the delivery of online and in-person events.

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · Sep 2

Responsibilities include supporting with the delivery of online and in-person events and overseeing production of our research reports. You’ll be part of a small comms team and a wider team of researchers, industry practitioners and policy advisers who are passionate about the creative industries.

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · Sep 2

Deadline fast approaching! Want to join a friendly and ambitious team? We’re recruiting a full-time London-based Comms & Events Officer.

We're hiring a Comms and Events Officer - Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · Aug 19

We are looking for an experienced Comms & Events Officer to join us on a full-time two-year fixed contract. The role is based at RSA House London (some hybrid) and a starting salary of £30,942 (inc London weighting). The closing date is 7th Sept.
Find out more and apply: pec.ac.uk/job_entries/...

Join our Comms team! You'll be producing research reports and supporting the delivery of online and in-person events.

Cultural Industries at the Crossroads of Tourism and Development in the Maldives - Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · Aug 18

He writes about the challenges of inter-departmental collaboration and resourcing required to implement similar schemes.
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Eduardo Saravia discusses potential for the creative industries to help grow tourism and development in the Maldives.

Cultural Industries at the Crossroads of Tourism and Development in the Maldives - Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · Aug 18

“Overreliance on tourism leaves economies exposed to cycles of demand, climatic shocks, and geopolitical volatility.”
GCEC member Eduardo Saravia asks what the Maldives, as a tourist destination, can learn from Colombia about economic diversity, particularly in cultural sectors.

Eduardo Saravia discusses potential for the creative industries to help grow tourism and development in the Maldives.

We're hiring a Comms and Events Officer - Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · Aug 15

If you love the UK's culture of creativity and have a background in communications and events, we want to hear from you. 👇

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · Aug 13

We’re hiring a full-time Comms & Events Officer!
Based at RSA House in London (hybrid), the role will support and enhance the impact of Creative PEC research and policy. Main responsibilities include delivering online and in-person events, and managing the production of our research reports.

Join our Comms team! You'll be producing research reports and supporting the delivery of online and in-person events.

We're hiring a Comms and Events Officer - Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre

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Jojanneke van den Bosch FRSA @jojanneke.bsky.social · Aug 12

Nice job for someone in Communications with a knack for editing and a passion for the creative arts and digital transformation. Plus, you get to work in the building that's 100% closest to my heart in London, @thersaorg.bsky.social RSA House. #proudFellow #FRSA

Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · Aug 5

If you'd like to help us support the UK's creative industries, we're currently hiring a London-based Comms and Events Officer. Please do apply if it matches your interests and experience. Closing date is 7 September.

Full details here: pec.ac.uk/job_entries/...

Creative PEC, working in partnership with Newcastle University and the Royal Society of Arts (RSA) is recruiting for a Communications and Events Officer Contract Type: Fixed Term Working Pattern: Fu...

We're hiring a Comms and Events Officer - Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre

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Creative PEC @creativepec.bsky.social · Aug 13

Starting salary is £30,942 (inc London weighting), 2-year fixed term, and has a generous holiday package. Application closing date is 7 Sept 2025.
Find out more about joining our team and apply here: pec.ac.uk/job_entries/...

Join our Comms team! You'll be producing research reports and supporting the delivery of online and in-person events.