Career profile: technical artist
It’s European Cup time and while most of us will be watching the tournament live on the telly, there’ll be plenty of gamers trying to live out their dreams of Euro glory as managers or players using...
View ArticleThe benefits of blogging
There are now estimated to be over 100,000,000 active blogs worldwide on platforms such as WordPress, Blogger and Tumblr. On WordPress alone, users produce 500,000 new posts and 400,000 new comments on...
View ArticleCreative review: a career in the creative industries
We take a snapshot of the creative industries for those seeking to express their artistic flair… From advertising to film, the creative industries employ more than two million people in the UK. As well...
View ArticleCareer profile: special effects
As winter creeps in, the glorious summer of the London 2012 Olympics may seem a distant memory but the magic of the opening and closing ceremonies will probably burn bright for a long time to come. Who...
View ArticleCould you be a costume designer?
If you’re handy with a sewing machine or fancy laundering the sweaty clothes of famous people, then there may be a job on this career ladder for you! What you see and hear on the screen, sets the scene...
View ArticleHow to crack the film industry
Inspired by the Golden Globes and the recent BAFTA nominations? The glitz and glamour of film awards like the BAFTAs inspires many people to start a career in film, and whilst it can be a very...
View ArticleASOS advice: creative interview attire
What do you wear for an interview in a cutting-edge graphics company, or at a glossy fashion magazine? ASOS reveal their creative interview attire rules… For a creative interview such as advertising or...
View ArticleDesign your career in the fashion industry
With London Fashion Week taking place this week it’s an exciting time in the fashion and textiles calendar. As new collections are prepared to be unveiled on the catwalk, Creative Skillset has some top...
View ArticleBehind the scenes at Coronation Street
The first episode of Coronation Street was aired in 1960 and for all these years, millions of people across the UK and internationally have come to know and love many of the characters. Often they feel...
View ArticleHow to become an interior designer
If since the days of Changing Rooms gracing our screens, you’ve dreamt of making a career out of designing colour schemes for the nation’s livings rooms, a career as an interior designer could be just...
View ArticleApprenticeships in the creative industries
With National Apprenticeship Week taking place this week 11 – 15 March (#NAW2013), it’s a great time to find out about apprenticeships and the different career options open to you. Apprenticeships are...
View ArticleApprenticeships in the creative industries
With National Apprenticeship Week taking place this week 11 – 15 March (#NAW2013), it’s a great time to find out about apprenticeships and the different career options open to you. Apprenticeships are...
View ArticleCareers in publishing
Fancy a career in publishing, but don’t know where to start? Following the London Book Fair, which took place 14-17 April in Earl’s Court in London, it’s the perfect time to find out more about careers...
View ArticleFive creative careers still in demand
Creative careers are notoriously competitive to get into. In the current financial climate, many popular creative professions, including photographers, artists, writers and fashion designers, have...
View ArticleIt’s never too late to learn!
Adult Learners’ Week, taking place this week (18 – 24 May 2013), reinforces that learning is not just limited to young people, but takes place throughout life. It is a great opportunity for individuals...
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