Arts and culture creates nearly 4.7 million jobs.
Arts and cultural production in 2015 represented 4.3% of the US economy, produced $689.7 billion and created 4.7 million jobs.
Arts and cultural production in 2015 represented 4.3% of the US economy, produced $689.7 billion and created 4.7 million jobs.
By 2020, employers say they'll be seeking, as their top three desired skills, complex problem solving, critical thinking, and creativity. The arts drive all three when integrated into education.
The arts are integral to career success. Nearly half of all executives say the arts significantly contributed to their career success.
By 2020, creativity will be the third most desired skill by employers.