Student & Early Career Membership
Start Your Free Student & Early Career Membership
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If your University, College or skills provider is currently a member of Creative UK, you can sign-up for a free Student & Early Career Membership with us.
Already a member? Login to the Members Area here
Who are we?
Creative UK is the national network for the UK’s cultural and creative industries. We exist to champion and support the creative sector, advocating for positive change on the issues that matter - such as access to finance, creative education and skills and the protection of creative IP.
Are you an education and skills provider? Learn about organisational membership here.
What do Student & Early Career Members get?

Paid writing commissions
We offer our student members regular opportunities to respond to live writing briefs with support from the Creative UK team. Final pieces are published with national exposure, offering valuable experience to support professional development and build portfolios.

Early career portal
A curated hub of expert resources designed to support transition into the creative industries. This includes our exclusive on-demand video library featuring career-defining talks and insights.

Cross-sector events
Connecting students with industry professionals. These sessions offer practical advice on breaking into the industry, alongside interactive Q&As to provide deeper insight into navigating a creative career or applying creative skills across the wider economy.
Start Your Free Student Membership
Are you a college or university, looking to provide opportunities for your students?
We invite you to join our Federation membership (contact membership@wearecreative.uk).