A scheme led by The Sheffield College to support the city\u2019s upcoming creative industries talent has just launched in the city.<\/p>\n
Sheffcol Creates \u2013 The Creative Academy is a new project that aims to connect employers in the creative industries sector with the region\u2019s future workforce.<\/p>\n
Angela Foulkes CBE, Chief Executive and Principal, The Sheffield College, said: <\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cThe creative sector is vital to Sheffield both culturally and as a major economic force. This project aims to strengthen the city\u2019s thriving creative economy, bridge the skills gap, nurture future talent and help our students go further in their careers.\u201d<\/p>\n She added: \u201cWe want our students and Sheffield\u2019s creative industries to co-create, co-design and co-deliver learning experiences that reflect the realities of the working world in the creative sector.\u201d<\/p>\n Each year, the college educates and trains more than 1,000 students in a wide range of creative industries qualifications, from diploma to degree level, contributing to building a pipeline of industry ready talent.<\/p>\n These students are studying subjects such as art and design, catering, dog grooming, hair and beauty, games and animation, graphic design, journalism, media make-up, media production, performing arts and photography.<\/p>\n As part of Sheffcol Creates, the college is inviting creative industries specialists to get involved in the curriculum and support students\u2019 skills development in different ways.<\/p>\n Employers can provide guest speaker slots, mentorship, live briefs, workshops and industry placements, and work with students on exhibitions and events.<\/p>\n