Welcome to the Bristol Creative Industries’ network (formerly Bristol Media). Great ideas need company, so join us to make connections, raise your profile and get the work you want.

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What we do

We support the creative sector to learn, grow and connect, driven by the common belief that we can achieve more collectively than alone.

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Connecting Bristol’s creative sector

We forge collaborations – bringing together a community of like-minded creative businesses to promote opportunities and support sector growth.

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Business growth & opportunities

We support Bristol creatives – providing a digital platform to recruit talent, raise the profile of our members and showcase excellence.

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Events & skills development

We encourage learning through our programme of keynote talks, portfolio review nights, community initiatives and skills workshops.

What the 2023 Autumn Statement means for the creative industries

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What the 2023 Autumn Statement means for the creative industries
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How Bristol Creative Industries members are using AI

How Bristol Creative Industries members are using AI

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Bristol Creative Industries freelancer networking drinks

23rd Nov 2023

5.30pm

8pm

The Square Club, 15 Berkeley Square, Bristol BS8 1HB

    • 05th
    • Dec 2023

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    8am

    10am

    Future Leap 1-3 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, BS7 8AA

    Networking

    In a world where AI’s influence is undeniable, Future Leap invite you to join us for a thought-provoking exploration of its dynamic role in creative innovation within purpose-led businesses.

    We’ll delve into the ethical dimensions of AI in the creative industries, shedding light on the opportunities it presents while addressing its inherent limitations. We will foster a dialogue looking at both the potential and challenges associated with this transformative technology.

    We look forward to welcoming you over a sustainably-sourced breakfast and ample networking opportunities as we gather for this final breakfast event before the holiday break.

    • 08th
    • Dec 2023

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    10am

    12pm

    Online

    BCI Legal Surgery

    We are pleased to offer the opportunity to book a free of charge 30 minute 1:2:1 session for legal advice in October, November & December. These sessions are with Rebecca Steer, an award winning business lawyer, long-time advisor to tech and creative digital businesses and friend of BCI.

    • 13th
    • Dec 2023

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    9am

    10am

    Online

    Roundtable

    A free Meetup for anyone working in Business Development.

Individual & Startup

Showcase your profile, earn more, gain recognition for your work and get up to 40% off industry events.

Select membership Pay monthly

Business membership

Flaunt your work, connect with Bristol’s creative network and save on recruitment fees with free job adverts.

Select membership Most popular

Student & Graduate

Get noticed by employers, see the latest jobs and launch your career in the South West’s creative industries.

Select membership Free

“Not only is membership a great medium for attracting new talent but it acts as an invaluable professional development resource for our team through the many varied events and seminars. The creative community in Bristol wouldn’t be the same without it.”

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Andy Barnes

Diva Agency