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Creative industries

We work to empower creative industries for transformative social, cultural and economic impact.

We have helped develop a vibrant creative cluster in Wales, combining research, collaboration and innovation to create a sustainable and equitable creative economy, providing a model for the UK.

This mission is highly interdisciplinary and deeply rooted in co-creation with diverse organisations, stakeholders and communities across a unique and distinctive ecosystem.

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for candidates who bring fresh, imaginative approaches to creative practice, design, media, and cultural production.

You will have a proven track record of interdisciplinary collaboration, digital creativity, and a clear vision for contributing to the growth and global reach of the creative economy in Wales and beyond.

You will be able to work in partnership to create large-scale impact with businesses and organisations, and to inform creative industries policy across the UK.

How to apply

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Centre for the Creative Economy

We enable innovation, strengthen knowledge and engage industry to cultivate and stimulate the sustainable and equitable advancement of the creative economy.

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Media Cymru

Media Cymru is a collaboration to accelerate growth in the Cardiff Capital Region's media sector.

Creative Cardiff

Creative Cardiff

Established in 2014, the Centre’s initial focus was on network building, launching the Creative Cardiff network in 2015 to engage with industry and encourage cross-sector collaboration and innovation.

Working at Cardiff

Founded in 1883, Cardiff University is established as one of Britain's leading research universities.

What we can offer

Learn more about the benefits you'll receive as a member of staff.

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Our strategy

Our ambition is to rank consistently among the top 100 universities in the world and the top 20 in the UK.

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Who we are

We excel in education, research and innovation and are building strong international relationships whilst demonstrating our commitment to Wales.

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Our social, economic and cultural impact

We have a significant economic and social impact on Wales and the UK as a whole, contributing in areas such as employment, research funding and teaching and learning activities.