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Across the UK nearly half, 49%, of the workforce are in associate professional and technical roles (jobs which have specialist skills and usually a high level vocational qualification). This is where much of the growth will be.79 Half of future jobs will require a degree level qualification.
The industry has high numbers of freelancers, part-time workers and self-employment, not only actors and musicians, but also animators, radio production and television staff. As it becomes more competitive and costs are cut, jobs are less likely to be full-time or permanent.
In Wales, employers generally do not have problems recruiting; only 4% experienced difficulty in filling vacancies. This is far lower than the UK average (24%) for the industry.
Drivers of Change/Demand:
• Rapid developments in digital technology,
• Media convergence,
• Changing models of content production & consumption,
• Globalisation,
• Highly competitive global markets
• Ageing workforce.
Barriers to Training
• Accessing finance for training,
• Can’t spare staff time,
• Lack of appropriate training to meet needs,
• Lack of time.
Skills Challenges
High value industries require high level skills – this is pertinent for the CI sectors which operate in highly competitive international markets. These industries require special attention and measures to ensure that they can engage with the skills system in a way that will be beneficial to their success. It is also noted that there is an appetite for training within the sector from new entrants to CPD.80
Whilst in many areas of the creative industries competition for jobs is fierce and more people apply than there are jobs. The following roles are in short supply:
• Broadcast Engineering,
• Visual Effects (VFX),
• Graphic design roles in advertising and design businesses,
• Skilled Archaeologists,
• Visitor Relations Occupations in the Cultural Heritage Industry e.g. museums,
• Design and textile technology in the Fashion Industry.81
79 Sector Skills Agreement for the Creative and Cultural Industries, February 2010
80 4 Creative Skillset Cymru – Key Skills and Training Priorities for the SW and central Wales region 2015-2020
81 Strategic Skills Assessment for the Creative Industries, January 2010)
Regional Employment & Skills Plan South West & Mid Wales Aspirational Economy