🗣️ "I don't think there are many careers officers who would know what to say to a child who said 'I want to be a set designer.'...what do you do, what GCSEs do you do?"
CEO of the British Screen Forum, Pete Johnson, outlines some of the reasons why careers in creative professions such as TV and Film are difficult for working-class people to get into ⬇️
https://buff.ly/4iMRxwF
Agree, I first worked at the NFT as an intern for The London Film Festival in 1989. I slept on a friends couch and after 4 months was broke and had to go back North. I got a job in the theatre in Bradford. I would have loved to have stayed in the film sector but there were no mentors, no paid entry roles and no networks for progression. Those who did well were London based and had industry contacts. Very little has changed.
Some brilliant work is being done to help young people from diverse backgrounds into careers in the creative industries by Mulberry UTC - and the Mulberry Production Arts Academy led by Christopher Stone
"Saying you want to be a writer is like saying you want to be an astronaut." Both are possible! I too grew up in a place where careers like that came across as pies in the sky of impossibility. Being a reporter or a science teacher were much more likely. The practical choices.
Even my renaissance man of a father asked why I would ever do such a thing as go to art school because he'd done it himself, yet he never turned his passions into a profession beyond teaching. Many moons ago, I'd called him so excited to share the news thinking he of all people would be the most supportive of me when 300 kids auditioned and I was one of 30 who made it into a high school musical theater conservatory. But no, all I heard was fear because the path would be difficult. And trust me, it has been challenging. More than I can say in a post.
However, every little win, inch of progress, and person who is truly moved by my work or inspired by my journey is incredibly rewarding. I'll always create, as long as I can, but that's what keeps me sharing. That's what keeps me motivated to continue submitting, connecting, and aspiring for more.
The sky is the limit, no matter who your parents are or where you were born. Sometimes established pathways don't exist to help you get there so you pave your own, which typically takes much longer and requires tenacity tenfold. Sometimes the ready-made pathways don't apply to you and your work. Thankfully, more pathways are being created as I write this now.
It is literally more possible than ever to break in as an outsider thanks to programs like the one Martin Sheen is discussing and the increased transparency right now. This applies not only to writers and the entertainment industry but STEAM too. Talk about progress!
I'm rooting for you, whatever your calling may be. Go for it, whether the odds are in your favor or not. They can always change (and you could be part of that)!
#diversity#representationmatters#diversityandinclusion#diversityequityinclusion#inclusion#equity#representation
The opportunity gap becomes starkly more evident in the global majority, including countries like the Philippines.
In the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry, despite providing high-quality services, workers in these regions are often paid a fraction of what their counterparts earn in the developed world.This pay inequity highlights systemic barriers that limit fair compensation and equal opportunities.
Remote work should be an opportunity to bridge this gap, not exploit it. It's important that we create the pathways for opportunities on a global scale. By doing so, we can uplift communities, foster innovation, and create a more inclusive world.
Calling all teachers! Could you encourage more students to consider pursuing a career in the creative industries?
In partnership with Grand Futures and Leeds Heritage Theatre, the Careers in the Arts toolkit will focus on the different careers available in the arts sector, with a particular focus on theatre roles.
Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eih5gq-b
There are a wide range of jobs in the creative and cultural sector.
In partnership with Grand Futures and Leeds Heritage Theatre, the Careers in the Arts toolkit focuses on the different careers available in the arts sector, with a particular focus on theatre roles. Students will learn about the skills that are needed for the industry and what the sector has to offer.
Find out more here:https://lnkd.in/eih5gq-b
For ICRD’s 12 Days of Christmas we are sharing 12 free to access resources we’ve published during 2024.
Day 7 - Creative Licence
Funded by Arts Council England, and working in collaboration with Unlock and HMP Oakwood, Geese Theatre Company have delivered Creative License which aimed to provide people serving prison sentences who were eligible for Release on Temporary License (ROTL) the opportunity to take up work placements in the creative industries in the West Midlands. The ICRD team worked as a learning and evaluation partner to the project to capture important learning for the future of this novel pilot.
Available at: https://lnkd.in/eRiR2izi
The Profitability of a Theatre Degree
💼💡 **Profitable Paths**: Contrary to popular belief, a BFA in Design Technology can lead to lucrative careers. With the event industry's growing demand for skilled professionals, theatre graduates are finding profitable opportunities in diverse roles. Discover how a theatre degree can be both fulfilling and financially rewarding. #CareerSuccess#TheatreDegree#EventIndustry
Industry Insights for UAL Media & A-Level Media Students
Our talented UAL Media and A-Level Media students had the incredible opportunity to attend an industry talk led by the British Board of Film Classification BBFC (British Board of Film Classification) the regulatory body shaping the standards of the film industry.
Held at the iconic Battersea Power Station, this session offered students real-world insights into how films are classified, the role of regulation, and the evolving challenges in today’s media landscape.
A fantastic chance to see the direct application of classroom learning in the real world—preparing our students for a future in the media and creative industries!
#MediaStudies#UAL#FilmIndustry#BBFC#StudentExperience#BatterseaPowerStation
Making the choice to enter the creative industries is rarely an easy one. It can be seen as risky, unconventional and unwise. But these are real industries. These are real careers. I have such respect for people who chase their passions to build their careers in the creative industries. Here are three examples of Toronto Film School grads who have done that. Congrats to them and to all of our alumni making big waves around the world.
https://lnkd.in/g5qvG95i
Arts Consultant/Fundraiser/Trainer MInstF(Dip), BAHons, PGCE
2moAgree, I first worked at the NFT as an intern for The London Film Festival in 1989. I slept on a friends couch and after 4 months was broke and had to go back North. I got a job in the theatre in Bradford. I would have loved to have stayed in the film sector but there were no mentors, no paid entry roles and no networks for progression. Those who did well were London based and had industry contacts. Very little has changed.