Creative Industries Federation to host Creative West Midlands event next month

The Creative Industries Federation is teaming up with Barclays to launch a new event for creative enterprises and entrepreneurs in the West Midlands next month.

Taking place on Thursday, November 15^th from 5pm till 8pm at Birmingham’s STEAMhouse, the event will focus on the topic: ‘How can industry address current gaps and prepare for future demand in the creative industries talent pipeline in the West Midlands?’

A panel of speakers will outline both current standards of best practice and current industry challenges. Following this will be a practical session where local businesses and freelancers will generate solutions on topics including:

• Raising low levels of interest in creative occupations
• Better recruitment practices to reach outside trusted networks and diversify talent
• Nurturing and retaining young talent
• Equipping young people with entrepreneurial skills
• Engaging with the apprenticeship agenda for the creative sector (recognising existing challenges)

These solutions will be taken forward by the Federation and key local stakeholders including Creative Alliance and Creative & Cultural Skills to build on the existing narrative and programmes.

The event will conclude with a drinks reception to celebrate the West Midlands’ creative industries.

This event is free to attend for creative businesses across the Midlands and you can book your place here.

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