Entertainment Jobs in Glasgow

by: Sarah Maple
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When discussing employment in Scotland's largest city, many people focus on the thriving finance sector or the industries that have dominated the past, such as fishing and North Sea oil. Today, however, Glasgow is fast becoming the base of the Scottish national media, as well as the country's centre of other cultural activities. So who are the chief employers of entertainment jobs in Glasgow?

In regards to television, the two biggest TV employers in Glasgow are BBC Scotland and STV. The former is based at Pacific Quay on the banks of the River Clyde, operates two channels (BBC One Scotland, BBC Two Scotland, and the recently launched BBC Alba), and is home to the biggest television studio in the UK outside of London. STV is the Scottish representative of ITV and has been in operation since 1957. In recent years the company has also moved its Glasgow headquarters to Pacific Quay, establishing the area as the television hub of Scotland.

In addition to the formidable presence of the television industry in the city, Glasgow is also home to over 10 radio stations. Alongside the BBC-owned Radio Scotland, stations such as Clyde 1, Clyde 2, and the niche community station Celtic Music Radio all own the airwaves - offering ample opportunities for those interested in the medium, and lending support to the world-famous music scene. Many Scottish national (and Scottish versions of) newspapers are also printed in the city. Both of Scotland's bestselling newspapers are published in the city: The Daily Record and The Herald.

When one thinks of Scottish festival towns, it is usual to think of Edinburgh and the Edinburgh Festival. However, Glasgow is also home to a bourgeoning festival and arts scene. The Glasgow International Jazz Festival is perhaps one of the longest running of the big Glasgow festivals, and was established in 1989 - whilst the Glasgay! Festival is renowned for its celebration of queer culture. There are a number of museums and galleries in the city which are also a draw for visitors. The decadent Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is free and home to many legendary works, whilst the People's Palace houses many artefacts celebrating local history.

Closely tied to the city's arts and media successes, the Glasgow music scene is diverse and known the world over. The Scottish Opera and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra are based in the city, alongside the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama. Glasgow is also something of a rock and pop hotspot, with venues such as King Tut's Wah Wah Hut and The Barrowlands its prized venues. In recent years the city has also given us many successful and unique bands such as Franz Ferdinand, Belle and Sebastian, and Travis.

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Sarah Maple writing about entertainment jobs in Glasgow and the Scottish jobs market

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