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The creative digital skills revolution

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A common finding in studies on the future of work is that employers will increasingly demand digital skills and creative skills. Some studies go further and suggest that the sweet spot will be where digital skills meet creativity.

But what are these so-called ‘createch’ skills? Which roles require them? And how do we know they will become more important in the future?

In this paper, in partnership with Nesta, we look at 35 million jobs adverts from 2011-2018 to answer these questions. 

We identify ‘createch’ skills from graphic design to typesetting, and the jobs that require them, as well as demonstrating their growing importance in the labour market. We also suggest that policymakers will have to break down silos between creative and digital subjects in schools, colleges and universities if they want to ensure that we have a workforce fit for the future. 

Published 24th October 2019


Please reference this paper as:

Bakshi, H., Djumalieva, J. and Easton, E. (2019) The creative digital skills revolution. London: Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre and Nesta. Available from: https://www.pec.ac.uk/research-reports/the-creative-digital-skills-revolution 


This research report is published by the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (PEC). All PEC research reports have been peer reviewed prior to publication. In keeping with normal academic practice, responsibility for the views expressed in this research, and the interpretation of any evidence presented, lies with the authors. These views and interpretations do not necessarily represent those of the PEC or its partner organisations


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