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"The most important thing was working with brilliant people." – Previous winner Adam Castle on making it as a creative freelancer
15/11/22
Adam Castle has certainly made a mark on the scene – it's no surprise he won the Creative Edinburgh Leadership Award in 2016.
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"There is a great community here in Edinburgh." – Previous winner Alasdair Thomson on his unique creative practice
14/11/22
Alasdair won the 2015 Creative Edinburgh Award for Creativity and has gone from strength to strength as a renowned stone sculptor.
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“I’ve been setting bigger goals.” - Previous winner Sarah Kwan on culture, creativity and confidence
13/11/22
Sarah Kwan won the Creative Edinburgh Independent Award in 2021 – here's what she's been up to since.
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Shortlist announced for the 10th Creative Edinburgh Awards
17/10/22
We are delighted to announce the shortlisted nominees of the 10th Creative Edinburgh Awards.
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68% of creative freelancers in Edinburgh have experienced late or non-payment
04/10/22
Our new report shows the experiences of creative freelancers in Edinburgh.
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We're looking for Student Ambassadors!
31/08/22
We would like to make sure that students are aware of our services and to raise our profile at Edinburgh’s universities and colleges. We are recruiting Student Ambassadors to bring more benefits to the student community, improve our visibility and presence on campus.
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The Creative Edinburgh Awards are back!
22/08/22
Are you planning to apply for the Creative Edinburgh Awards? Here are some top tips to guide you through the nomination process.
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Member Spotlight: Tara McCombie
12/08/22
Tara McCombie owns Red Dot Design Studio based in Leith, Edinburgh.
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Member Spotlight: Jack Waygood
27/07/22
Jack Waygood is a blacksmith and founder of Work of Iron, a new creative enterprise that proves blacksmithing is a work of art.
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We're Hiring! Creative Edinburgh Awards Artist in Residence
25/07/22
This year we are celebrating 10 years of the Creative Edinburgh Awards and we would like to support an Artist in Residence to develop the visuals for this year’s event.
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Raise Your Game is BACK
13/07/22
A 10-week digital skills programme that helps you upskill, plan for your business and Raise Your Game. Book your place now!
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FutureGaze: The Future of Digital Culture (VIDEO)
06/07/22
Missed out on our last FutureGaze event? No worries, we've got it filmed so you can catch up!
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Mentoring Programme Open for applications!
23/06/22
Whatever your needs, Creative Edinburgh's mentoring scheme will aim to pair you up with someone that can help support you.
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WELCOME TO OUR 4TH ROUND OF CONNECTED INNOVATORS
16/06/22
We are so excited and delighted to announce the new cohort for Connected Innovators Round 4!
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Member Spotlight: Zita Katona
17/05/22
Zita Katona is a Hungarian-born graphic and textile designer based in Scotland, and the owner of zitozza.
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Member Spotlight: Kyle Wilson
03/05/22
Kyle Wilson is a creative freelancer with experience in podcasts, radio, communications, touring, programming and much more.
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Member Spotlight: Jen Byrne
20/04/22
Jen Byrne is a sustainable fashion designer from Dublin, now based in Edinburgh's Abbeymount Studios.
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Applying for Connected Innovators? Check out these resources
13/04/22
Everything you need to know before applying for this fund.
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Member Spotlight: Richard England
07/03/22
Richard is the founder of Glencairn Furniture and our first member spotlight of 2022, learn all about his handmade furniture designs in this spotlight article.
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CreativeTech Scotland Gathering
01/03/22
Announcing a brand new hybrid event for creativetech and data-driven innovation practitioners.
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We're Hiring: Marketing Content Producer
31/01/22
Creative Edinburgh are looking for a Marketing Content Producer to join our executive team and manage our external communications with our community.
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We're Hiring: Programme Manager
06/12/21
Creative Edinburgh are looking for a Programme Manager to join our executive team and support the growth of our creative community.
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Creative Edinburgh Awards 2021 - The Winners!
29/11/21
This year we celebrated a decade of the Creative Edinburgh Awards, supporting the city's creative community and highlighting the projects, people and places that flourish across Edinburgh. We're thrilled to announce this year's winners!
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Board Member Call-Out
23/11/21
Join Creative Edinburgh’s Board to help Edinburgh’s dynamic creative sector to flourish
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We're Hiring: Community Manager
08/11/21
Creative Edinburgh are looking for a Community Manager to join our executive team and ensure that our organisation is fundamentally member-led and member-driven.
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Welcoming Our 3rd Round of Connected Innovators
14/10/21
This week we welcome six new projects to Connected Innovators, our funding stream supporting creatives in growing their practice in a data-driven way.
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Creative Edinburgh Awards 2021: The Shortlist
06/10/21
We’re delighted to unveil the Creative Edinburgh Awards 2021 shortlist, highlighting incredible projects, people and places that flourish across Edinburgh.
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EPAD & Creative Edinburgh Freelance Creatives Practice Support Fund
29/09/21
A new Practice Support Fund for Edinburgh based Freelance Creatives is open! This fund is to support those whose ability to work was affected by Covid-19 restrictions before 31st March 2021. The fund will make grants of £1000 available to eligible freelance artists, technicians and creatives. Applications will be funded on a non-competitive basis, with eligible applications being selected at random.
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How immersive technology could help artists reconnect with audiences
26/07/21
Bright Side Studios explain how mixed reality tech could play an increasingly central role in the arts
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8 essential tips for entering the Creative Edinburgh Awards 2021
21/07/21
Read this handy guide to get you started nominating yourself (or a friend!) for the Creative Edinburgh Awards 2021.
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Will we ever go back to the office?
23/06/21
The future of the office is hybrid. Here's how businesses can foster a flexible workplace.
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Applications for Resident Entrepreneurs and Marchmont House Creative Residency open now
26/04/21
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Guest Blog: LOOKLOOK - A Week in the life of a Photo Marketing Agency
12/12/19
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Creativity World Forum - “One of the most awe inspiring conferences I’ve ever attended!”
30/11/17
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#CEawards17: The Creativity, Independent and Leadership Award rundown
19/10/17
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A call for adventure and collaboration with young scholars from Africa
01/05/17
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Edinburgh set to become Europe's most creative city as winners of #CEawards16 are revealed
11/11/16
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The future is fabricated plywood houses and cities made of bamboo – and I like it
19/02/16
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