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Leeds Creative Skills Festival 2024

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Exhibitors and visitors talking at last years event

Mark your calendars! The festival returns for its third year on Monday 18 November 2024. This year, we're moving to a brand new location – the amazing and culturally rich Royal Armouries in Leeds. Get ready for a fresh experience filled with inspiration and discovery!

There's something for everyone! Explore exciting career paths, unleash your creativity, learn from industry experts.  Tickets are free and available to book for slots anytime between 4pm-6pm. Everyone is welcome and the event is free to attend.

Find out about careers and skills to work in:

Advertising and marketing 
Architecture 
Crafts 
Design (including product, graphic and fashion) 
Film, TV, video, VFX and SFX, 
IT, video games, software and computer services (creative tech) 
Museums, libraries, galleries and heritage 
Music, performing and visual arts 
Publishing  
Plus many more! 

Should you have any questions or queries please email esemployers@leeds.gov.uk

If you are an organisation that would like to showcase the exciting and diverse range of opportunities you offer in the creative and cultural sector, get ready for a new and fresh experience. Download a booking pack below.

The festival will highlight creative and cultural opportunities in the city. It is an exciting opportunity to showcase your business, meet your future talent and inspire the next generation to consider a career in your sector.

Here’s what’s new for 2024
A dedicated event for schools and colleges in the morning, followed by a vibrant public exhibition later in the day.

Exclusive access for schools and colleges: This year, LCSF24 kicks off with a dedicated program for students from Year 9 upwards, offering a structured experience filled with creative exploration.

Exciting new venue: Get ready for a fresh experience at the Royal Armouries in Leeds.

Exclusive exhibitor opportunity: Showcase your organisation to a wider audience in the main exhibition space.

Create a free business profile on Create Leeds to connect directly with local creatives.

Don’t miss out!