Hawai'i Creative Industries Workforce Analysis

Hawaii Creative Industries Workforce Analysis: A Comprehensive Economic Study

The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism's Creative Industries Division, in collaboration with SMS Research, presents a rigorous analysis of Hawaii's creative sector workforce dynamics. This authoritative report offers critical insights for policymakers, industry leaders, and economic strategists.

Key Findings:

• Quantitative analysis of 4,747 businesses comprising Hawaii's creative sector
• In-depth examination of 17,440+ wage and salary positions in creative occupations
• Economic impact assessment, revealing a mdian salary of $63,186 in creative roles
• Projected growth trajectory for 89% of creative occupations from 2020 to 2030

This comprehensive study encompasses a wide spectrum of creative subsectors, including but not limited to audiovisual production, digital media, and emerging technologies. The report provides a data-driven foundation for strategic decision-making and policy formulation.

Strategic Insights:

• Detailed labor market analysis of top creative occupations in Hawaii
• Econometric projections for creative role expansion
• Evaluation of workforce development opportunities and challenges
• Evidence-based recommendations for cultivating Hawaii's creative talent pool

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