Careers Resources

Detailed information on a specific job role from the Prospects website. Information is available on the activities of the role, salary, conditions, entry requirements, training, career development, typical employers/vacancy sources, case studies, contacts and resources.

• www.prospects.ac.uk/ceramics_designer.htm

Detailed information on a specific job role from the Prospects website. Information is available on the activities of the role, salary, conditions, entry requirements, training, career development, typical employers/vacancy sources, case studies, contacts and resources.

• www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/concept-artist

Detailed information on a specific job role from the Prospects website. Information is available on the activities of the role, salary, conditions, entry requirements, training, career development, typical employers/vacancy sources, case studies, contacts and resources.

• www.prospects.ac.uk/fine_artist.htm

Detailed information on a specific job role from the Prospects website. Information is available on the activities of the role, salary, conditions, entry requirements, training, career development, typical employers/vacancy sources, case studies, contacts and resources.

• www.prospects.ac.uk/furniture_conservator_restorer.htm

Detailed information on a specific job role from the Prospects website. Information is available on the activities of the role, salary, conditions, entry requirements, training, career development, typical employers/vacancy sources, case studies, contacts and resources.

• www.prospects.ac.uk/furniture_designer.htm

Detailed information on a specific job role from the Prospects website. Information is available on the activities of the role, salary, conditions, entry requirements, training, career development, typical employers/vacancy sources, case studies, contacts and resources.

• www.prospects.ac.uk/glass_blower_designer.htm

Detailed information on a specific job role from the Prospects website. Information is available on the activities of the role, salary, conditions, entry requirements, training, career development, typical employers/vacancy sources, case studies, contacts and resources.

• www.prospects.ac.uk/interior_and_spatial_designer.htm

Detailed information on a specific job role from the Prospects website. Information is available on the activities of the role, salary, conditions, entry requirements, training, career development, typical employers/vacancy sources, case studies, contacts and resources.

• www.prospects.ac.uk/jewellery_designer.htm

Detailed information on a specific job role from the Prospects website. Information is available on the activities of the role, salary, conditions, entry requirements, training, career development, typical employers/vacancy sources, case studies, contacts and resources.

• www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/product-designer

Public body which protects and maintains historic monuments, buildings and landscape. The site contains information on all activities, events, jobs and volunteering opportunities.

• www.historic-scotland.gov.uk

Offers degree courses as well as summer study programmes to prepare students for a career in the international art world.

• www.sothebysinstitute.com

Links to information on a wide range of careers in the creative industries.

• discovercreative.careers

International Magazine of contemporary ceramic art and craft. Includes features and news items, useful links to arts organisations, events, galleries and many others. Also contains a list of potters in the UK and abroad.

• www.ceramicreview.com

Membership organisation with information on events and a members' gallery/online listing.

• www.acj.org.uk

Find information on supporting your learning, getting set up in business and search - or join - a directory of makers in the UK.

• www.craftscouncil.org.uk

Subject association for Art History in the UK. Their website is a good place to keep up-to-date with events, news and job opportunities.

• www.forarthistory.org.uk

Comprehensive directory for design in the UK, including training and courses, information on how to set up your own business and more.

• www.designcouncil.org.uk/

Profiles of various career options in Design - Interior Design, Textile Design, Product Design, Fashion Design and Graphic Design. There is information on what these roles involve, entry requirements and skills required.

• www.wallpaperdirect.com/blog/so-you-want-be-designer

Social enterprise providing access to internships in creative industries. Register on their website to apply for opportunities.

• creativeaccess.org.uk

This guide contains detailed advice on how to prepare a CV for careers in the creative industries. There are example documents for specific types of role and tips from employers.

• Author: University of the Arts London
• Download PDF 4.9 MB

Information on career options in the creative sector with advice on skills and links to further useful resources.

• www.livelifeaberdeenshire.org.uk/arts/creative-pathways

Search for jobs in theatre, music, museums, dance, marketing and PR, visual arts, media and culture.

• artsculturemediajobs.com/index.php