19 places to search for creative jobs in the UK

This might sound like an obvious one, but The Dots has helped many people’s creative careers take off. Aimed at creatives spanning the entire industry, you can find jobs relating to your field and apply through their app – whether you’re looking for opportunities in photography, marketing, advertising, design, or arts and crafts.

You can also showcase your recent work, and everything lives in one place so applying for jobs couldn’t be any easier.

There’s a misconception that LinkedIn isn’t great for creative job seekers. But there are some roles on LinkedIn that aren’t advertised anywhere else. It’s always good to keep your profile up-to-date to ensure you see relevant suggestions for roles. You can also set up reminders to be updated when your favourite companies post a new opportunity.

Our sister company, If You Could Jobs, is a jobs board made by creatives for creatives. There are several jobs posted on the board every day ranging from junior to senior roles in the industry. You can also sign up for job alerts and their bi-weekly newsletter to stay in the know.

Social Fixt was created by marketeer and DJ Mercedes Benson after she observed that the creative industry rarely reflected her own experiences. Its core aim is to bridge the gap for Black talent. From internships to full-time jobs, each job is handpicked to help entry and mid-level creatives find their next opportunity.

Design Jobs Board features hundreds of new creative vacancies, with junior roles regularly available across graphic design, communication, motion and more. Keep an eye out for fresh opportunities as new listings are added frequently.

Creative Access has helped countless creatives from underrepresented groups find their first internship or role in the creative industry. They work with organisations like the BBC, ITV, Universal Music Group, and many more to bring you the best internships, fellowships and jobs.

Many moons ago, Arts Council England launched Arts Jobs, the destination for all creative industry-related jobs, from crafts, combined arts, film, photography to museum and gallery-related jobs and internships. All you have to do is select your preferences and get started.

Run the Check features paid opportunities that reflect the interests of the next generation of creative talent. Originally created by a London-based student, this platform has since attracted a loyal and engaged following. It’s also worth following its Instagram for daily job postings.

People of Colour in Tech (or POCIT) is a company committed to transparency and integrity, aiming to highlight the experiences of marginalised groups in the tech industry. If you’re looking for a role in the tech industry, this is a great place to start your search. Jobs are updated regularly and there’s advice on the website to help you out too.

With the aim of being a “pre-job power boost” for young creatives, the ERIC platform is meant for those with a goal of getting a career in the creative industries but who aren’t quite ready to apply to a job yet. After signing up and telling them about your preferences, you’ll get a curated feed of creative opportunities and experiences.

Run by UAL’s Careers and Employability team, the website is intended for creative graduates who are looking for entry-level roles – but it’s not just limited to UAL students or alumni, as the website is open to the public. Featuring creative roles both in the UK and internationally, the platform also advertises grants, funding and bursaries in the art, design, communications and performance sectors.

ArtsHub UK is a rich resource that shares news, reviews, grants, courses and job opportunities. Subscribe to their free jobs newsletter to receive the latest openings in visual art, arts administration, writing and publishing, design, performing arts and more.

Journo Resources is a platform that supports journalists starting out in the industry. They list jobs that pay at least the National Minimum Wage and display their salary bands, as well as feature internships that pay the the Real Living Wage as set up by the Living Wage Foundation. You can sign up to their newsletter to get fresh jobs in your inbox every week.

A New Direction is a non-profit organisation with the mission to help young Londoners achieve their creative potential. Their jobs board, Create Jobs, features roles across a number of industries, ranging from publishing to digital technology and start-ups. They also partner with the Kickstart Scheme and employers such as the V&A, our sister company Anyways Creative, Arts Council England and digital design studio, ustwo. All of these opportunities are collated in their newsletter alongside events and training programmes.

You might have heard of Behance as a platform to share creative work on, but did you know they have a jobs board too? If you’re looking for a role in design, illustration or beyond, this is the place to start. With frequent job updates and loads of inspiration to fuel your journey, it's a one-stop shop for your next creative move.

Campaign Jobs is a go-to hub for marketing, media, advertising and creative roles. You can filter your job search by specialism, suiting both account managers and social media whizzes alike. They also have a section on their website with careers advice you can check out whilst you’re there.

Creativepool is a great place for emerging creatives to find exciting roles across design, marketing and more. With regular job updates from companies like Apple and PlayStation, it’s the perfect spot to kickstart your career and grow as a creative professional.

Did you know The Guardian has a jobs board for creative roles? Now you do. You can filter by design, marketing, media and more to find your next opportunity. With listings from top brands and organisations, it’s an easy and trusted way to level up your job hunting game.

Fancy a career in the arts? Arts Professional connects you with arts jobs across the UK. Their job board is a great place to discover opportunities and take the next step in your arts career – whether your passion be in theatre, visual art, dance or classical music.