S.C. Arts Commission launches Creative Careers website
September 23, 2024
Today, the South Carolina Arts Commission formally announced the launch of a new website designed to provide information and insight into the vast career opportunities within the state’s thriving $14 billion arts industry. Creative Careers Studio will serve as an invaluable online platform for students, families, and educators seeking to explore the diverse range of jobs and careers available in the arts and how best to obtain them from high school to post-secondary education:www.CreativeCareers.Art
“We are excited to launch this dynamic platform to showcase the incredible career potential within South Carolina’s vibrant arts industry,” said SC Arts Commission Executive Director David Platts. “The Creative Careers website empowers students, families, and educators with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the exciting and rewarding world of arts careers. Whether you aspire to be a visual artist, musician, performer, designer, or arts administrator, there are countless opportunities waiting to be discovered.”
The website includes detailed career profiles, information on educational pathways, and links to resources. It also features profiles of successful artists working in various disciplines, providing inspiration and real-world examples of career possibilities. The website is designed to be user-friendly and easy to navigate, making it a key asset for students, families, and educators.
The website is part of the South Carolina Arts Commission’s ongoing effort to support the state’s arts industry and to promote the arts as a viable career path. The Commission encourages all South Carolinians to visit the Creative Careers website and discover the endless possibilities that await.
About the South Carolina Arts Commission
The mission of the South Carolina Arts Commission is to promote equitable access to the arts and support the cultivation of creativity in South Carolina. We envision a South Carolina where the arts are valued and all people benefit from a variety of creative experiences.
A state agency created by the South Carolina General Assembly in 1967, the SCAC works to increase public participation in the arts through grants, direct programs, staff assistance and partnerships in artist development, arts industry, arts learning, creative placemaking, and folklife and traditional arts. Headquartered in Columbia, S.C., the SCAC is funded by the state of South Carolina, by the federal government through the National Endowment for the Arts, and other sources. Visit SouthCarolinaArts.com or call 803.734.8696, and follow @SCArtsComm on Facebook, Instagram, and X for #Arts4SC and #SCArtists content.
