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The Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI) sector in the province of Barcelona is a significant source of innovation and growth. By combining traditional art with new technologies, CCIs are consistently evolving and producing new markets and opportunities for professionals from various fields.

With over 8,000 companies in the AMB and 115,000 jobs in the province of Barcelona, the CCIs are a crucial sector for the local economy. The growth in employment in this sector has been significant, with a 17.4% increase in the last 22 years, demonstrating its growing importance.

Vocational Training (VET) has a crucial role in developing qualified professionals for the CCIs. In the Metropolitan Region of Barcelona, more than 9,000 individuals are currently undergoing training in the VET system, which provides comprehensive preparation in both traditional aspects and the latest emerging technologies.

Despite facing several challenges, such as integrating emerging technologies and the need for generational change, Cultural and Creative Industries still play a vital role in preserving the culture and tradition of the region. To tackle these challenges and keep up with the developments in the sector, initiatives have been taken such as training new professionals in traditional areas. This includes artisans with knowledge of heritage, and digitizing professionals in the sector. New software is also being integrated to aid in the response to these challenges.

Les Tres Xemeneies, the Cultural District of L’Hospitalet de Llobregat, the Festival Dansa Metropolitana and the Taula de Barcelona Creativa are among the current metropolitan projects that significantly impact the CCI.

On April 22nd, the study was presented with the welcome addressed by Anna Martín, Deputy Mayor of Education, Culture and Community of El Prat City Council. Our president, Sara Berbel, highlighted the dynamics and impact of the cultural sector, emphasizing its constant evolution. With 4% of the business fabric and 8,000 companies in the Metropolitan Area of Barcelona (AMB), the cultural sector is a key economic engine that generates a significant number of jobs. Furthermore, driven by the latest technologies, this sector is diversifying towards new expressions of creativity in digital formats such as multimedia production, creating new markets and opportunities.

Gemma Badia, CEO of social and equality policy, emphasizes the importance of Vocational Training as essential preparation for the cultural sector’s future.

Angel Tarriño, Javier Gracia, and Victoria Sanjuan, who are the authors of the study and technicians of the VET Observatory, have provided some revealing data. The study shows that VET has a significant presence in the cultural field, and it is adapting to the trends in the sector, including digitalization, audiovisual, artificial intelligence, and 3D production. In Barcelona, it represents 7% of all companies, while in the AMB, it reaches 4%.

Javier Gracia analyzes the current trends and conditions of the industry, while Victoria Sanjuan identifies the most in-demand professional profiles in various fields. They suggest several actionable steps, including promoting vocational training that combines both theory and practice, supporting artisanal crafts by integrating digital skills, and incorporating technological advancements in teaching and professional practices.

Then, Neus Pons Pena, our manager-director moderated a round table where Mr. Juan Pedroche, Director of the Institute of Audiovisual Techniques and Spectacle of Barcelona, Mr. Ricardo González, Professor at the Institut La Mercè, Ms. Pia Bosch, Director of Administration and Human Resources at Teatre Lliure, and Mr. Eduard Gil, Director of the Audiovisual Cluster of Catalonia, will offer their perspectives and reflections on the challenges and opportunities presented in their respective fields.

We close the event with Ester Pujol, the Director of Social and Economic Development of the AMB, who offers us a comprehensive vision of the different challenges facing the sector: social, human, economic capital, the adoption of new technologies and the recognition of professionals.

The study:

El sector Indústries Culturals i Creatives en clau d’FP

Between April 18th and 19th, the partners in the city of Aarhus, Denmark, held the third meeting of the project organized by the Danish center Mercantec.

During the meeting, the results of the prototyping workshop called Prototype VET Lab were presented. The workshop took place in February and involved participating groups who specified their ideas in a real prototype to provide solutions to the Agbar challenge on how to improve water management in the Metropolis robot city. Furthermore, the details of the next acceleration workshop and the awards ceremony on May 16th were discussed.

The Foundation recently participated in the 8th edition of Advanced Factories from April 9th to 11th, 2024 at Fira Barcelona Gran Via. This event is recognized as the largest robotics and industrial automation fair in southern Europe. This year’s focus was on Artificial Intelligence and Greentech.

One of the highlights of the event was the Awards for innovative VET projects, which aim to promote innovation in industrial automation and Industry 4.0. The awards recognize VET centres that develop industrial talent.

During the Talent Marketplace on Thursday, April 11th at 4:30 p.m., students presented their excellent projects. This year the winning centres were:

• Escola del Treball from Barcelona
• Institute of Vic

On the same day, the Foundation collaborated with Eurecat, BitMetrics, Girbau, and Suris, moderated by Barcelona Activa, in the sectorial and networking day called “Working Panorama of the sector”.

What measures can local administrations take to encourage the implementation of Dual VET in their area?

The Educaweb portal has recently published a monograph on the subject of Dual VET. We have contributed with an article that discusses the role of local public administrations in creating an ecosystem that supports Dual VET in their region.

Over time, these administrations have become increasingly important in the development of Dual VET, and have the potential to be a valuable partner in this field.

We invite you to read our article, and to explore the report in which it is featured. This monograph contains a range of interesting interviews and opinions on the subject of Dual VET. It is definitely worth a read if you are interested in this topic:

https://www.educaweb.com/noticia/2024/02/29/pueden-hacer-administraciones-locales-potenciar-fp-dual-su-territorio-21492/

The Subcommittee on Dual VET of Barcelona City Council is composed of representatives from the Barcelona City Council, the Department of Education, the BCN VET Foundation, and the Barcelona Education Consortium. The subcommittee is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the City Council’s Dual Vocational Training Program, which serves as a training company. The 2023-24 academic year has almost 300 spots, with a budget of 1,171,780 euros. The aim is to provide students with hands-on experience in the organization and a better understanding of how the Public Administration works. There are 22 professional profiles available for students, with a total of 207 women and 77 men enrolled so far.

This project is a clear commitment to Dual VET as a generator of quality employment.

The BCN VET Foundation is collaborating with Barcelona Activa to celebrate International Women’s Day with the event called “Discover the Professional Path of Pioneering Women in Challenging Sectors“.

It aims to showcase how women from different generations are breaking into traditionally male-dominated fields such as construction, aeronautics, and maritime.

The event is an opportunity for attendees to share their experiences and help build a more equitable future for the next generation.

The event will take place on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, from 4 pm to 6 pm. (16h a 18h)
Prior registration is required:

https://treball.barcelonactiva.cat/porta22/cat/activitats/edit-ws/mtc357–descobreix-el-cami-professional-de-dones-pioneres-en-sectors-desafiants-nou.do?idActivitat=1312737

On February 26th, the General Report of Prospective of Catalonia was presented at the headquarters of the Public Agency for Vocational Training and Qualification of Catalonia. This report is designed to guide the planning of basic services in the FPCAT system on a quadrennial basis. The aim of this planning is to increase the competitiveness of the productive fabric, enhance the qualifications of individuals, and create more and better employment opportunities that promote integration and stability for working people.

The planning process will be integrated, evidence-based, inclusive and gender-based, providing a general framework for the FPCAT sectors that will enable more focused work in the territory.

We recently attended the presentation of the General Prospective Report for 2023-2026 by the Catalonia Agency for VET. The report was presented by Fabian Mohedano and serves as a fundamental tool for the planning and development of Vocational Training in Catalonia.

As part of our efforts to contribute to the VET system in the country, our VET Observatory will continue playing a vital role in providing regional insights and support to the system.

Over 120 intermediate and higher-level training cycle students from 59 centers in Barcelona, the metropolitan area of Barcelona, and Mataró have been selected to participate in international internships at companies located in various cities of the Xarxa FP. Congratulations to the students who have been chosen for this opportunity, and to the educational centers that have participated.

Together with Xarxa FP, we are currently in Viborg where the three teams of the EU Water Challenge are working on their prototypes with the help of experts in 3D printing and prototyping, the projects are shaping up to be able to test them.