Check out our 3-minute highlight video from the Isle of Wight Creative Industries Conference held on 3rd October 2024 at Building 41 (Cowes, IW), where we delved into the dynamic world of creativity on the Island. While our focus was on local challenges and opportunities, it’s worth noting that the UK’s creative industries contribute an estimated £124bn to the national economy and employ 2.4 million people (source: DCMS, 2023) – a testament to the sector’s immense potential.
At the IW Creative Network, delivered by Creative Island – the cultural development agency for the Isle of Wight – we are dedicated to empowering local talent and shaping our island into a vibrant hub of creativity and innovation.
TELL US WHAT YOU THINK!
Now, we want to hear from you! Share your thoughts in our annual IW Creatives Survey: ‘What do you need to help your creative practice thrive?’ Whether you’re in creative production, craft, music, visual arts, community arts, fashion, film, theatre, or graphic design, your input is vital. The survey is completely anonymous and takes about 10 minutes to complete. Please complete by 17th March 2025.
A big thank you to our partners, funders, attendees, and speakers for supporting the Creative Industries Conference and participating in the video. Special thanks to Skinny Mammoth for creating the film and live streaming the main event, available on our YouTube channel. To find out more about the IW Creative Industries Conference 2024, click here.
