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Creative and Design

Sector overview

This sector is one which combines and overlaps the fields of art, culture, business and technology. In recent years, it has become important to economic well-being and in 2021 generated £108 billion in economic value in the UK.

Apprenticeship Standards

There are 80 different apprenticeship standards ranging from Level 2 to 7. Apprenticeship titles include:

Benefits

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Security

Projections for growth in the creative arts surpasses those forecast before the pandemic. The sector is recovering faster than the UK economy as a whole, expected to grow by 26% by 2025

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Variety
You will have the chance to work with different people from different specialisms and companies, meaning you’ll never get bored.

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Job Satisfaction
This sector is constantly evolving, enabling you to share your ideas, opinions and information to meet a particular aim. You’ll be able to develop your skills whilst creating unique projects.

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Personal Attributes

Each employer will have different requirements, depending on the level of apprenticeship on offer. General skills and attributes required include:
  • English and maths GCSE at Grade 4 (C)
  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Positive attitude
  • Curiosity