Creative Futures Academy was delighted to feature in ‘Business This Week’ within The Irish Times as part of a special report on Attracting Excellence in Ireland. Our Director Louise Allen and our courses featured across multiple articles focusing on prioritising career development to attract talent, sustainability and EDI considerations and also exploring career stagnation with microcreds.
“Creative Futures Academy (CFA) stands as a valuable partner, helping businesses equip their employees with the skills needed to thrive,” says CFA director Louise Allen. With the growth in demand for creativity in all areas of work, the courses it offers benefit a wide range of sectors. “Creative and design-led approaches are essential in today’s workplace, driving innovation and growth. As experience economies rise, businesses must craft immersive, meaningful experiences that resonate with consumers”.
CFA is highlighted in the special reports for its innovative approach to career development in Ireland’s creative sector. CFA offers flexible, accredited courses designed to upskill artists and creative professionals at various career stages. This initiative underscores the growing emphasis on continuous learning and adaptability in today’s dynamic job market.
Read more below
“CFA understands the importance of the creative sector to Ireland’s economy, both now and in the future. As a result, we design courses that provide professionals the opportunity to develop and future-proof their skills in an array of areas including digital content creation, production and art and design, to cultivate their talent in the best way possible – learning by doing,”
“In today’s fast-evolving society, professionals seek bite-sized, skills-focused learning that can be completed alongside work commitments”
“As educators shaping the future of the creative industries, we see first-hand how jobseekers are prioritising values-driven workplaces that align with their ethical and environmental concerns. Sustainability and EDI are not just buzzwords but essential values for the next generation of creative professionals.”
