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IP rights and their importance in the creative industries. -B00389861

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  IP rights and their importance in the creative industries. by nyssa wootton What do you mean by IP? IP stands for the term intellectual property. They are put in place to protect the rights of the creator's work and are under that specific "IP." An example would be the Mario games. All the art, games, music, data, and merchandise go under Nintendo's Mario IP.  Why Ip’s matter  IPs matter because they ensure the creator gains the proper recognition for their hard-earned work.  If someone carbon copied that work, you could file them for a copyright claim. You, as the creator, own the rights to your creation, which will be under the copyright act.  You can use the trademark symbol to symbolize your IP; no one else has the right to steal it. And you can see it under every logo you see on products. The importance of copyright Copyright protects the original works from getting stolen or copied and ensures consumers that your product is genuine. In the UK, we have the copy

Does the concept of professionalism apply to the creative industries? -B00389861

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           Does the concept of professionalism apply to the creative industries? By Nyssa Catherine Wootton What do you mean by professionalism?? Being a professional does not mean looking like one. But it takes more effort to become a professional than you would think. As a professional, it means being present and reliable. You must also attain high standards and set goals that push you to become the professional you are today.  It shows you care for the job you hold, and it shows you acknowledge every single value that goes into that position and that you are passionate about maintaining that role. And to add to that, you hold yourself accountable for your actions, thoughts, and words.  Today I will explain what values you must be aware of when in the workplace.  Why does professionalism apply to the creative industry?  It applies to the creative industry because the professional involved in the project must stay dedicated to the work that goes into it. And make nothing is held back

Creating a good online presence -B00389861

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 Creating a good online presence   By Nyssa Catherine Wootton Why is it important?? Being on social media for so long now, I believe it is essential to maintain your online presence because it gets your online brand out there. And it also puts you out there as an individual.  It has become a fact that social media has become the best platform out there to promote your work, Expand your knowledge and form new connections along the way. The best way to see it when starting is to think of who you are as a person. Go beyond your skill set and apply that to the social status you are building.  You can build an online presence for many opportunities. Such as finding a job, finding your career path, or even starting a small business. For me, it was streaming and showcasing my artwork.  How did you build your online presence? I started streaming during the pandemic to build an online presence for my art. And twitch was becoming a big thing back then. So I thought I’d try it and see how things

The importance of networking within the creative industries. - -B00389861

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  The importance of networking within the creative industries. by Nyssa Catherine Wootton Why is it important We network with people every day. We network with our families, friends, colleagues at work, or maybe with an employer. All these networks become connections. And connections can grow stronger with effort and time.  The talks I attended online. Employees always say they got their jobs in the industry because they connected with the employer. And it grew just as strong when they got to know the team. Today I will talk about How you should network with your potential employer.  What online platforms should we use to contact employers ? When contacting employers, knowing where you can connect with them is essential. The most highly recommended platform for professionals and employees use LinkedIn, and Linkedin is the best place to get to know professionals and form meaningful connections.  I’d recommend starting a profile now. And make sure that you find connections and build tho

Working in the creative industries: is freelancing the road to success? -B00389861

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  Working in the creative industries: is freelancing the road to success? By Nyssa Catherine Wootton What does it mean to be a freelancer ? I believe if you have the skillset, you are more than welcome to become a freelancer. A freelancer can be anything for art, music, writing, or content creation. There are so many roles you could go to when you start freelancing.  It has always been my art that represents me as a freelancer. I sell products in my shop and open up for commissions in the summer.  Freelancing also applies to the arts of game development, and it is a method used by indie developers to bring a team of people together. Today I am going to talk about how you should handle your work as a freelancer.  How would I promote myself as a freelancer?  As a freelancer, you can promote yourself in many ways. But I will explain how you should promote yourself if you're an artist, musician, author, or content creator. Social media has proven most effective in promoting your work