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Support for creative industries businesses

If you work in creative industries, there’s free support to help you grow. From training and funding to networks and new markets, we’ll help you take the next step.

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With thousands of businesses working in design, media, film, games, crafts and more. To help this sector grow, we’ve created a range of support programmes for freelancers, small firms and high-growth businesses.

Here’s what’s available:

Create Growth - A programme that helps creative businesses get ready for investment. It includes workshops, mentoring, pitch support and access to an £8 million funding pot.
Creative freelancer and micro-business training - A series of free workshops across West Yorkshire on intellectual property, finance, marketing, law and more.
Creative Export Accelerator - Support to grow income by reaching new international markets. Includes access to trade events and overseas opportunities.
Creative Industries Showcase - An event that shines a spotlight on local creative talent - from gaming and digital to crafts and heritage - showing the strength of West Yorkshire’s creative economy.