Devon County Council Business Areas, Sectors, Industries. Major Economic & Specialist Areas

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Click on the sectors below for further information about each one:

Environmental technology

Food & drink production

Shipping & maritime

Tourism & leisure

Creative industries

Biotechnology

Creative industries

Key Reasons:

The contribution of Devon’s creative businesses to the local economy has increased by 111% in the last decade
In the last ten years, the number of creative enterprises has increased by 43%, and employment has increased by 54%.
Approximately 33% of the workforce is educated to degree level or equivalent (higher than the UK average of 31%). This figure increases to just above 47% in some parts of Devon.

Devon’s education and academic system supports its creative industries; many of the higher education institutions in the county offer courses tailored to supply the sector with a skilled workforce.

Sector-Specific Networks in Devon:

Designed in Devon: A group of practising creatives, including photographers, writers, printers and educators. The network supports and promotes Devon’s design-related companies.
The Devon Artist Network: The network promotes visual arts and helps to create opportunities for artists and craftsmen in Devon.

There's a high number of sole traders and freelancers in the creative industries sector in Devon, and the wide variety of incubation and support services available in the county accommodate the diverse needs of these businesses.

Sub-Sectors:

Software Design, Web Design, Graphic Design, Photography, Copywriting, Marketing, Publishing, Printing, Interior Design, Game Design, Music, Fine Art, Art Galleries, Performance, Production, Architecture, Media Services, TV, Film and Radio.

Skills:

Skill Area: Web designer
Skill Salary: Up to £30,000

Skill Area: Junior designer
Skill Salary: Up to £20,000

Skill Area: Marketing executive
Skill Salary: Up to £25,000