Below, you will find the blog posts written by myself detailing key parts of working in the creative industries.
IP rights: Why they matter to creative professionals and what impact might AI have how their creative work is owned, protected and used?
Intellectual Property can mean creations of the mind, including inventions, designs, names and symbols. In the creative industries, IP can mean illustrations, film, music, video games and many other forms of media. It’s not necessarily the same as copyright. That’s one form of IP protection, but there’s also trademarks, patents and registered designs. Copyright is…
The importance of networking within the creative industries
How important is knowing the right people when pursuing a career in the creative industries? Networking is the process of establishing and maintaining professional relationships with people who share similar interests, skills or career goals. The process can happen through online communities, professional events, educational institutions and even casual conversations. This isn’t limited to professionals.…
Working in the creative industries: is freelancing the road to success?
Creative workers aren’t necessarily required to work for an established company if they want to make a living. Freelancers work independently, providing goods and services to clients or undertaking their own projects. So, an illustrator might do commissions, a filmmaker might work on productions for different clients and a web designer might make websites for…
Does the concept of professionalism apply to the creative industries?
When people think of the word “professional”, they may picture someone wearing formal clothes and working in an office. However, being professional isn’t just about what someone wears or what they do. This is key in the creative industries, where workplaces and working styles can vary, and be a lot less formal. An artist working…
Creating a good online prescence.
When you’re trying to promote your work, there are a lot of things you need to consider. What makes you stand out? Who is your competition? What do employers want to see? In the creative industries, having an online prescence gives you a place to answer these questions before you’ve even spoke to the employer.…
