Creative Industries Journal
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Scholarship in the Creative Landscape
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research:
The journal promotes research that crosses traditional disciplinary boundaries, encouraging contributions from fields such as sociology, economics, cultural studies, and technology. - Cultural Economics:
A significant focus on understanding the economic implications of creative activities, including the financial viability of artistic practices and the role of cultural commodities in economic growth. - Social Impact of Creativity:
Exploring how creative industries can address social issues, enhance community engagement, and promote cultural identity. This includes studies on social entrepreneurship and grassroots creativity. - Innovation and Technology in Creative Practices:
Investigating the role of technological advancements and innovative practices in transforming creative industries, including the use of digital platforms and AI in artistic production. - Policy and Governance:
Analyzing the impact of public policies on the creative sectors, including discussions on intellectual property, cultural policy, and support mechanisms for creative entrepreneurs. - Diversity and Inclusion:
Researching issues related to gender, race, and socio-economic inequalities within creative industries, aiming to highlight and address disparities in access and representation.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on Creative Industries:
Recent publications have increasingly focused on how the pandemic has reshaped creative practices, economic impacts, and recovery strategies, highlighting the resilience of the sector. - Digital Transformation and Innovation:
There is a growing emphasis on the role of digital technologies, such as AI and blockchain, in transforming creative processes, business models, and audience engagement. - Social Entrepreneurship in Creative Sectors:
Research on social entrepreneurship within creative industries is on the rise, emphasizing how creativity can drive social change and community empowerment. - Sustainability and Ethical Practices:
Emerging themes around sustainability in creative industries reflect a heightened awareness of environmental concerns and ethical practices in production and consumption. - Gender and Diversity Issues:
An increasing number of studies are addressing gender disparities, racial inequalities, and the representation of marginalized groups within creative industries, reflecting broader societal movements for equity.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Craft Practices:
Although still relevant, the focus on traditional craft practices appears to be waning as newer themes like digital innovation and social entrepreneurship gain traction. - Nostalgic Cultural Analysis:
There seems to be a decline in studies that romanticize past cultural phenomena without critical engagement, as contemporary issues take precedence. - Local vs. Global Dynamics:
Research that primarily contrasts local creative industries against global trends is decreasing, with a growing emphasis on integrated approaches that consider both local and global influences simultaneously. - Static Models of Creative Economy:
The reliance on static models to analyze creative economies is diminishing, as scholars increasingly seek dynamic and evolving frameworks to understand these industries. - Traditional Media Studies:
As digital platforms and new media continue to dominate, traditional studies focused solely on established media forms (like print and broadcast) are becoming less prevalent.
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