Creative industries
Creativity, imagination and
entrepreneurial spirit
It’s in our DNA.
Creative Industries were identified in the UK and Scotland’s Economic strategies as one of the growth sectors in which we can build on increasing productivity and growth.
It has particular significance for us because of its economic and community role with the creative industries being so intricately weaved into the history of the Highlands. The sector is made up of micro businesses and freelancers who share the marketplace with a small number of multinational and major companies. TV, software, fashion, crafts, and publishing sustain the majority of jobs however music, arts and antiques, and architecture are also identified as significant growth areas. It is a fast-moving vibrant sector that has both economic and social benefits for our region and one the Highlands is keen to expand.
Reasons to invest
Highland generates over £3.5million in direct spend annually from the screen industry
Support available to businesses via Creative Scotland, HIE and Screen Highland
Over 5500 people employed in the industry in the Highland and Islands
Scotland’s screen industry is on track to hit a £1B GVA impact by 2030/31.
Scotland’s screen sector saw a
%
growth in 2020 / 2021
Investment Opportunities
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