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ISLE OF MAN. WHERE YOU CAN BUILD A CAREER IN THE CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

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ISLE OF MAN. WHERE YOU CAN BUILD A CAREER IN THE CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

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ContentsWhat are Creative Industries?

Advertising and Marketing

Architecture

Crafts

IT, Software and Computer Services

Design

Film, TV, Radio and Photography

Publishing

Museums, Galleries and Events

Music, Performing and Visual Arts

How we can assist you

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Creative Industries contributed £81.4bn to the UK Economy in 2014, accounting for 5.2% of the UK Economy.

Nearly 50% of this was in the IT, Software & Computer Services sectors

© Photo Credits: Home Strategic Ltd, Manx National Heritage, Phil Kneen Photography (www.philkneen.com), horncastle:thomas, John Taylor Ltd, Beattie McGuinness Bungay London LLP, Manx Radio, Bruno Cavellec, David Appleby, Pinewood Films No. 3 Ltd, Isle of Man Advertising & PR Ltd, Mattias Bjorklund, Un-Nye Ltd, Will Denning, The Mill Ltd, John Craine, Veros Digital, Sean Pursar

Creative Industries are...

..industries which produce wealth and jobs through the creation and exploitation of ideas

..industries which are based in individual creativity, skill and talent

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Advertising & Marketing

Architecture

Crafts

Design: Product, Graphic & Fashion

Film, TV, Video, Radio & Photography

IT, Software & Computer Services

Publishing: Print & Digital

Museums, Galleries & Libraries

Music, Performing & Visual Arts

Amma Asante directing feature film Belle on the Isle of Man, 2011

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Marketing is a crucial part of business. It’s about planning how buyers and sellers can work together to create a business opportunity. Once there is a marketing plan and business is underway, Advertising is one of the tools available to businesses and employs the services of other creative industries; music, fashion, film production, animation, games, photography and more.

Rachel Miles is a Junior Creative at an advertising agency in London. After studying Multimedia at University College Isle of Man, Rachel took Art at Central Saint Martins University, working on Isle of Man feature films as a trainee in the holidays to gain crucial experience:

“I took a year out after Uni to work as a Trainee Assistant Director in film – I would kick myself if I hadn’t. I worked on a period drama, a sci-fi and lived in Belfast for 6 months working on Dracula Untold for Universal. It’s good to trust yourself and to follow your heart.”

Some businesses employ staff directly to be responsible for marketing and advertising, and others outsource this responsibility to dedicated creative agencies. There are several creative agencies in the Isle of Man, servicing a wide range of clients. Most of them offer work experience and intern placements for keen and talented people.

Kate McDowell obtained a BA (Hons) in Media Production at university and went on to work as a journalist at Manx Radio and

in business development at Greenlight TV before becoming an Account Manager at Isle of Man Advertising & PR. Kate says:

“On any given day I could be project managing new website builds, drafting and distributing a press release, working with our studio to develop a new advertising concept, planning a media schedule or sending literature to print. Being a strong communicator is essential. You should stay up-to-date with industry and social media trends. If you’re currently working in another industry, take on additional responsibilities at work, such as advertising or social media.”

• The Chartered Institute of Marketing offers membership, specialist qualifications, advice, networking, & events www.cim.co.uk

• University College IOM - BA (Hons) Event Management and Marketing and has degree courses in Fine Art, Visual Communications and Computing - BSc (Hons) Computer Science www.ucm.ac.im

• Creative Skillset has the “Pick the Tick” system to help you search for industry-approved degree courses across the UK. www.creativeskillset.org

• Grants & Assistance is available to start, improve and grow your business. Please refer to pages 13 & 14 for details.

CareersMarketing & Sales Directors

Advertising & Public Relations Directors

Public Relations Professionals

Advertising Accounts Managers & Creative Directors

Marketing Associate Professionals

Rachel Miles recently wrote her first major TV advert for travel agency Thomson

Advertising & Marketing

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Becoming an Architect involves a mix of gaining qualifications and practical experience.

Martyn Thomas is a Chartered Architect and one of two directors at horncastle:thomas. He is also the chairman of SofA, the Isle of Man Society of Architects. Martyn says:

“You need to be a bit of an all-rounder to be an architect. During your degree course you will touch on a wide range of other subjects like philosophy, anthropology, history, geography and so on. You will need to be conversant in using a range of digital media. Reading a range of material and getting in the habit of drawing and sketching things would be good preparation. Communication is key to this job. You do need to be able to draw, but you also need to be able to communicate your ideas to a range of different types of people.“

According to the latest figures from the RIBA (the Royal Institute of British Architects), the average UK wage for a qualified architect is £42,000. RIBA quote a range in salaries of £15,000 to £70,000.

Martyn says that Architects need to be strong in a wide range of subjects:

“..English for general communication, report and letter writing; Art and Design to develop your creative thinking; Maths, Arithmetic and Trigonometry are often useful; a Science background could be useful to help understand aspects of the University course, but less so in practice. An education (and a career) in architecture teaches you to think critically and constructively. “

Getting buildings built means that Architects work with all sorts of other people: structural engineers, quantity surveyors, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, planning officers, conservation officers, building contractors, landscape architects, and more. Strong interpersonal skills are needed to find clients and to satisfy them. Martyn says:

”..the best buildings are the ones where the client, architect and the rest of the team share similar aspirations and work well together.”

• RIBA regulates the routes to becoming an Architect in the UK and, as the Architects’ professional body, champion better buildings, communities and the environment through its members. www.architecture.com

• Search for degree pathways via RIBA, Creative Skillset www.creativeskillset.org

• Grants & Assistance is available to start, improve and grow your business. Please refer to pages 13 & 14 for details.

• The Isle of Man Society of Architects was set up in 2013 to promote Architecture and good design in the Isle of Man. You can find them on Facebook: www.facebook.com/IoM.SofA

CareersArchitects

Town Planning Officers

Chartered Architectural Technologists

Architectural & Town Planning Technicians

“It takes 7 years to become a professionally qualified Architect, including a minimum 2 years in practice.” Martyn Thomas, horncastle:thomas

Architecture

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Careers in crafts are typically freelance. They are sometimes linked to tourism, heritage (traditional techniques) or the culture of the geographical area. Most people are self-employed and may also work in other careers, at least for some time, to sustain themselves financially. To be successful requires self-discipline, organisation and perseverance - as well as the ability to turn on your imagination and wow customers with your creations.

A major challenge for self-employed crafts people is scaling up your business. When your product depends wholly on your talent and your time, it makes it hard to take a break or try something different. Collaboration and networking with other artists and businesses therefore is an important part of growing your business as a craftsperson, along with continuing development of skills and techniques.

Katy Mitchell is a ceramic artist. After first trying her hand at 14 years old, she quickly devoted all her spare time and school holidays to working in a studio throughout her teen years, then moved to Australia to study and work. After 5 years, Katy returned home to the Isle of Man to re-establish her business producing hand-crafted ceramic tableware, with assistance from the Arts Council and the The Micro Business Grant Scheme:

“I’ve found the Isle of Man to be a very nurturing environment for small, creative businesses. The local support available has allowed me to embrace being a responsible small business owner, whilst giving me the freedom to maintain creativity in my work.”

• Isle of Man Arts Council offer funding and support for art commissions, bursaries and more. www.iomarts.com

• University College IOM offer a BA (Hons) in Fine Art with a pathway in Craft www.ucm.ac.im

• Creative Skillset have guidance on industry endorsed UK degrees www.creativeskillset.org

• David Parrish’s book T-Shirts & Suits offers useful advice for creative people on how to be entrepreneurs www.davidparrish.com

• Grants & Assistance is available to start, improve and grow your business. Please refer to pages 13 & 14 for details.

Smiths & Forge Workers

Weavers & Knitters

Glass & Ceramics Makers, Decorators and Finishers

Furniture Makers & Craft Woodworkers

Hand-crafted ceramics by Katy Mitchell

Crafts

Careers

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The Isle of Man Government’s Vision 2020 strategy sets out clear plans to grow ICT and e-Business on the Island. Jobs in this area are highly specialised, but having postgraduate qualifications isn’t always what’s needed by employers. Some entrepreneurial ICT professionals have the right skills to run a service-based business from home by themselves; sometimes all you need is a laptop and an internet connection.

Andrew Gleave worked at a few high-tech companies during summer holidays whilst completing a Computer Science degree. After graduating Andrew worked as a software developer for a finance company, before first going freelance and later setting up Red Robot Studios. During the same time Andrew completed two Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs): “Introduction to Statistics”, “Machine Learning” from Stanford, and “AI/Robotics”. Andrew is a “full-stack web developer”, meaning he builds software that runs on both the server and the browser. He also builds mobile applications. Andrew says:

“Having a solid grounding in maths is a good starting point, but not essential. More important is great communication skills. You will spend a significant amount of your time talking to customers, understanding their problems, and communicating potential solutions.“

Make sure that you keep on top of what’s going on in the industry so you can focus your skills, as technology is always evolving. Look to create a portfolio of work and consider specialising within a subject/discipline while making sure you

have versatility in the other areas. Start a website (Wix and Wordpress are great to get sites up and running quickly) and research other specialists’ work to see how you can improve. Sites like www.codecademy.com offer free tutorials in coding for beginners and upwards.

“Salary depends on what your specialty is. For a graduate it could be approximately £23k and for experienced developers could be £40k-£70k. It depends on where you live and what you do.“

• University College IOM offer courses including a BSc in Computer Science and BA (Hons) in Visual Communication through Digital Media. www.ucm.ac.im

• The Manx Education Foundation run a coding club at the weekend for all ages. Find out more at www.codeclub.im

• Research industry-recommended courses online at www.creativeskillset.org

• Local website www.employed.im is a careers and networking portal for students, job seekers, job changers, employers and anyone interested in employment and training on the Island

• The Manx ICT Association represent technology businesses on the Isle of Man, promote and develop strategy along with organising events. www.micta.im

• Grants & Assistance is available to start, improve and grow your business. Please refer to pages 13 & 14 for details.

IT & Telecommunications Directors

IT Business Analysts, IT Architects & Systems Designers

Programmers & Software Developers

Web Designers & Web Developers

Careers

IT, Software & Computer Services

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Design is used strategically in businesses, to create everything from consumer electronics to corporate identities, interiors to interactive interfaces, and furniture to Formula 1 cars. The UK is considered to have the largest design industry in Europe.

Sarah Hoile is a product designer. She has had a long academic career - a BEng in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Bath, an EngD in Metallurgy at the University of Wales in Swansea, sponsored by Corus (formerly British Steel and now called Tata Steel), and a post-doc at the University of Oxford Department of Materials where she specialised in additive manufacturing of tools and dyes for the automotive industry. Sarah now works in Research and Development (R&D) at Fromanteel Ltd in the Isle of Man, designing early prototypes of home items for luxury and niche markets. Sarah says:

“On a typical day at work I may be collecting data on the performance of a prototype product undergoing extensive tests, liaising with designers, engineers, electronics experts or artists who are working together to ensure another product launch meets the deadline.

I may work at my desk checking engineering drawings, ensuring the bill of materials is correct. Or I may be down in the workshop getting my hands dirty, trying to figure out whether something will work the way we expect it to from the CAD model. There is never a dull moment!“

Careers in design are highly sought after. In addition to being talented and hard working you’ll likely need to spend a long time building your career via work placements, trainee positions and apprenticeships.

Having a wide STEAM skillset (Science, Technology, English, Arts, Maths) is considered advantageous.

You need a broad understanding of design processes and materials specifications, a solid grounding in research, and a good general knowledge of established and emerging manufacturing technologies.

• University College IOM offer a BA (Hons) in Visual Communication with a pathway in Fashion Promotion and Styling. www.ucm.ac.im

• The Design Business Association represents over 400 design consultancies and design-led businesses in the UK. www.dba.org.uk

• Find recommended fashion degree courses at www.creativeskillset.org

• Grants & Assistance is available to start, improve and grow your business. Please refer to pages 13 & 14 for details.

Product Designers

Industrial Designers

Graphic Designers

Fashion Designers

Clothing & Related Designers

Design

Careers

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Working in Film or TV doesn’t necessarily involve standing in front of the camera, or even holding the camera. Many media professionals are using their skills and services in business, administration, sales, marketing, law, accounting, event management, promotion, etc. whilst having a firm understanding of the creative process.

Josh Moore studied Film and Media production at university, specialising in post production. Now he’s Head of Client Services at The Mill in London, a full service creative agency producing Visual FX and Design for the world’s leading brands. Josh says:

“My current job isn’t one I knew existed within the industry. Only from working in the industry did I discover even half of the career options that existed. I knew I wanted to work in post production, but I completely fell into this career path.“

Josh says that unrelated jobs, activities and hobbies can actually help strengthen a CV / Application. He also likes to see that an applicant has taken work experience placements and opportunities while still at university and looks for ‘soft skills’.

The majority of people working in film, TV and radio do so on a freelance basis.

John Craine is a professional cinematographer. He says that typical days don’t really exist:

“Being freelance you do have periods where you don’t work – that can be frustrating and the financial insecurity of that can be frightening.

However when you’re working it’s very intense; days are commonly 12-14 hours of working. You’d normally get at least one day off a week but sometimes this doesn’t happen (particularly on a documentary).

I think the lack of routine is one of the big attractions of the job. One week you could be shooting beautiful actors in Hawaii, and the next shooting a documentary about homelessness in Manchester. The job allows you to experience the extremes of life. “

• The Trainee Placement scheme offered by Isle of Man Film secures four trainee positions on each film. Register at www.isleofmanfilm.com

• Creative Skillset have a list of recommended degree courses. www.creativeskillset.org

• The MannIn Shorts Scheme offers local workshops in film craft and production. Several alumni of the scheme have gone on to work film & television industries through films funded through the scheme. www.manninshorts.com

• University College IOM offers BA (Hons) in Fine Art and BA (Hons) in Visual Communication through Digital Media. www.ucm.ac.im

• Grants & Assistance is available to start, improve and grow your business. Please refer to pages 13 & 14 for details.

Photographers

Producers, Directors & Broadcasters

Audio-Visual Technicians

Careers

Film, TV, Radio & Photography

John Craine

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Being an author does not necessarily require a set education path. Chris Ewan took a degree in American Studies with Canadian Studies at Nottingham University then trained in Law. He worked as a solicitor for nearly ten years while writing in his spare time. When Chris got his publishing break, he worked part-time as a lawyer for a few more years before becoming a full-time writer with the publication of his fifth novel. It’s not an easy career path and it can be hard to make ends meet when you’re starting out. Chris says:

“The average UK author earns something in the region of £12,000 a year, but of course, there are exceptions, and some authors become very wealthy. I think if you want to succeed as a writer then you have to write for the love of it and tell the stories that matter to you. If you achieve commercial success, it’s a nice bonus, but the main reward is feeling creatively fulfilled.“

Creative freelancers often need to balance deep and abstract thinking with an ability to communicate well with people and sell their own ideas. Chris says:

“You need to love reading and love writing. You have to be good at telling stories people want to read. You have to be comfortable working alone for long periods and yet also willing to speak in public and promote your work. Socialising is great practice for speaking in public and meeting new people at author events.“

The publishing industry, like the music and film industries, has undergone seismic change in how people find and buy their goods. A good understanding of technology, trends and consumer behaviour is important for those in the sales and distribution end of the industry. Literary consultancies offer

advice and guidance on your writing and increase your chances of finding representation. They charge fees and any agreement between an author and consultancy is taken at the author’s discretion.

• Writers and Artists’ Yearbook is a great resource for advice. www.writersandartists.co.uk

• Look for recommended courses in journalism and publishing at www.creativeskillset.org

• Manx Litfest takes place every September, offering seminars and networking. Young people aged 11-18 can join the Writing Squad to meet similar people and hone their skills. www.manxlitfest.com

• Published authors should register for PLR (Public Lending Right), a legal right to payment from government each time their books are borrowed from public libraries. www.plr.uk.com

• The ALCS (Authors’ Licensing and Collecting Society) ensure authors receive fair payment for the various uses of their work. www.alcs.co.uk

• There are creative writing courses and clubs organised by IOM Arts Council www.iomarts.com

• Grants & Assistance is available to start, improve and grow your business. Please refer to pages 13 & 14 for details.

Journalists

Newspaper & Periodical Editors

Authors, Writers & Translators

Chris Ewan, Author. His The Good Thief’s Guide series was recently optioned by ABC Network in the United States

Publishing

Careers

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Kirsty Neate is Head of Professional Services at Manx National Heritage (including Head of Collections, Learning & Outreach). Like many others in Heritage, Kirsty worked as a volunteer for a year in a local authority museum service in the UK, doing everything from organising the curatorial library to historic role play with school groups. Eventually Kirsty was contracted and paid for specific projects. At the same time she completed a post graduate qualification in Museum Studies at the University of Leicester. Kirsty then secured an 8 week contract at the V&A Museum in London which turned into a permanent post. Interestingly, Kirsty thinks that having a history degree was not absolutely essential to her career progression. Kirsty says:

“There is no typical week, which is what makes the job so challenging. This week I have been at a senior management team meeting, discussing legislation and policy, catching up on plans for a new exhibition, discussing potential disposal of a defunct tractor (familiarising myself with financial regulations), acquiring Viking artefacts as well as some beer mats representing one of the Island’s micro-breweries, reviewing plans for digitising collections, and also assessing proposals to conserve a number of paintings from the national art collections. I would be lost without my diary.”

Research the different kinds of careers that the heritage sector can offer: from archaeologist to buildings conservation expert; education officer to social media guru; retail manager to conservator. Read publications such as the Museums Journal. Familiarise yourself with the sector: visit museums, research the variety of routes in to careers to see what suits you and your skills. Be flexible, be prepared to live anywhere and take opportunities when they come up.

• Manx National Heritage manages the Island’s physical heritage, including 3,000 acres of coastline and landscape. It holds property, archives, artwork, library and museum collections in trust and is a major employer with volunteer and training programmes. www.manxnationalheritage.im

• Culture Vannin is a government agency promoting Manx culture in all its forms, from Manx language, music, dance, literature and art to history, ecology and the environment. Its work focuses on education, publishing and cultural development. Grant applications are welcomed. www.culturevannin.im

• IOM Arts Council fund and support many arts events. www.iomarts.com

• University College IOM - offer a BA (Hons) in Event Management and Marketing. www.ucm.ac.im

• There are several galleries and exhibit spaces such as the Isle Gallery and the Sayle Gallery to look for work experience opportunities.

• The Archives and Records Association is the lead professional body for archivists, archive conservators and records managers. www.archives.org.uk

• Grants & Assistance is available to start, improve and grow your business. Please refer to pages 13 & 14 for details.

Event Managers

Librarians

Archivists

Curators

Gallery Managers

Heritage / Preservation Managers

Museums, Galleries & Events

Careers

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Freelance musician Adam Rhodes studied music throughout school, learning the violin to grade 8 and taking GCSE/A level music before gaining a BMus in Music Technology at Edinburgh University. At uni, Adam taught himself web design skills, which now form part of his income. Being a professional musician is not as glamorous as Adam had first expected:

“There is a lot of admin work to be done, arranging gigs, figuring out the logistics of fitting gigs together whilst still having money left over to get paid. Also, being self-employed, you have all the record keeping admin too.“

As well as performing, the creative industries are full of jobs that support performance. Examples are technicians, agents, producers and managers. Adam says:

“I originally was quite keen on being a sound engineer working in studios or on live sound. However after university and a few years in full time employment, this shifted to becoming a self-employed musician, with web design to help top up the income. I’ve always been involved in music from a very early age, and I think I always knew I’d end up being involved with it as a career somehow.”

Artists are typically self-employed and so there’s no salary as such, but rather the income you make from month to month. Organisation is crucial. Self-employed artist Bruno Cavellec says:

“I tend to organise my working week (6 days) around the pieces I need to produce first for a particular event (e.g. exhibition, commission, etc). This is my absolute priority and around this I fit in some business meetings.

I also dedicate an increasing amount of time to research about marketing as well as reading about specific themes/topics which might become the inspiration for a new piece of work. Finally, I use half a day to update my records (stock, invoices, website, mailing list, etc…) and order new material.“

• IOM Arts Council provides funding to create events, industry and skills. It also offers bursaries for talented performers www.iomarts.com

• Culture Vannin fund music/dance workshops and related projects www.culturevannin.im

• Soundcheck train young people in music, sound and live performance. www.facebook.com/SoundcheckIOM

• Most established performers have had formal training. Search for industry-recommended courses at www.creativeskillset.org

• University College IOM’s BA courses are designed to help their graduates develop the entrepreneurial skills required to sustain a career and start their own businesses. www.ucm.ac.im

• Grants & Assistance is available to start, improve and grow your business. Please refer to pages 13 & 14 for details.

Arts Officer

Artists & Performers

Talent Managers

Actors & Entertainers

Presenters

Dancers & Choreographers

Music Industry Professionals

“Sorrow” by Bruno Cavellec

Music, Performing & Visual Arts

Careers

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The Micro Business Grant Scheme

The Micro Business Grant Scheme is designed to help those who are starting their first business by providing training, business mentoring and up to £5,000 in financial assistance. Training is given to help you consider your business idea and gain valuable business skills, while mentoring takes the form of quarterly meetings with a business advisor over the course of 18 months.

The Small Business Grant Scheme

The Small Business Grant Scheme is designed to encourage job creation on Island through increased exports and/or reduced imports and to accelerate growth in small businesses. Up to 40% of the cost of eligible expenditure is available in grant support, capped at £25,000, including for Research and Development, provided your business can demonstrate that this will lead to high value export growth and job creation.

The Business Support Scheme

The Business Support Scheme is designed to help businesses grow, improve and become more efficient, particularly in areas where expert knowledge, advice and skills would be beneficial. 50% of a project’s cost, up to a maximum of £4,500, is available in grant support towards the cost of consultancy in a range of business disciplines.

The Financial Assistance Scheme

The FAS is a key tool to encourage existing businesses to adopt new technologies and practices and for new businesses to develop on the Island, with up to 40% available in grant support towards eligible projects. The FAS is discretionary and can offer a generous package of support including capital grants, costs towards new buildings, building improvements, new plant and machinery, hardware and software, new marketing ventures, and first year expenses etc.

How we can assist you

For further information regarding the range of Grants & Assistance schemes offered by the Department of Economic Development, including the above four, please complete the online enquiry form - www.gov.im/businessenquiries - or call 01624 687333.

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How we can assist you - continued

The Vocational Training Financial Support Scheme

This scheme exists to develop the skills of the Island’s workforce. It seeks to provide skills for new sectors, improve an individual’s employability, and benefit employers from the added value. Call 01624 687156 or visit www.gov.im/vtfss

Film Trainee Placement Scheme

Isle of Man Film arranges for four paid trainee work placements on each Manx film production. Trainees must be Isle of Man workers, over 18 years of age and ideally possess a clean driving licence. Trainees work in specialist areas including Production, Camera, Hair and Make-Up, Electrical Dept. It’s hard work and long hours, but an incredibly fun and rewarding experience too. To register call 01624 682365 or visit www.isleofmanfilm.com

MannIn Shorts Scheme

Mannin Shorts, supported by IOM Arts Council, is a community for filmmakers to hone their skills, develop ideas and make films on the Isle of Man. They organise events, and workshops in film craft and production. Several films each year receive support and funding from DED in so as to develop the local creative skill base and career opportunities. Several alumni of the scheme have gone on to work film & television industries through experience gained on the scheme. Call Mannin Shorts on 01624 686488 or visit www.manninshorts.com

Please visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/groups/isleofmancreative/

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Website of the Department of Economic Development, promoting the benefits of doing business in the Isle of Man and featuring guidance on business support.

Where You Can www.whereyoucan.com

University College Isle of Man offers several HND, short courses and degree courses within the Creative Industries. Detailed course information is available online.

University College Isle of Man www.ucm.ac.im

David is a highly respected business consultant to the creative industries, and author of useful guide books such as T-Shirts and Suits.

David Parrish - T-Shirts & Suits www.davidparrish.com

Supporting the work of local amateurs and professionals as well as visiting artists. Funding, advice and information; encouraging and enabling participation and development in all aspects of the arts.

IOM Arts Council www.iomarts.com

Whether you’re thinking about relocating or just want to explore, our dedicated Locate site has lots of tips, advice and guides to get you started.

Locate www.locate.im

An artists’ co-operative based on the IOM seeking to raise the profile of members nationally and internationally, and run events/workshops.

The Creative Network www.creativenetwork.im

The official UK government body responsible for intellectual property (IP) rights, patents, designs, trade marks and copyright.

Intellectual Property Office www.ipo.gov.uk

Culture Vannin is a government agency promoting Manx culture in all its forms. Its work focuses on education, publishing and cultural development. Grant applications are welcomed.

Culture Vannin www.culturevannin.im

The UK Industry skills agency. Featuring up to date information on trends, opportunities and advice on selecting the best career and education opportunities.

Creative Skillset www.creativeskillset.org

Central resource for the UK’s creative industries. Information, resources, facts and figures, reports and contacts.

Create UK www.thecreativeindustries.co.uk

Other useful information

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For more information please contact:Jane Jelski Department of Economic Development St George’s Court, Upper Church Street Douglas, Isle of Man IM1 1EX, British Isles

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