DCMS / Innovate UK
Create Growth Programme
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Support for creative industries SMEs to grow through innovation. Grants and business support for games, film, TV, music, fashion, publishing and more.
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- —SME based in England.
- —Operating in the creative industries (games, film/TV production, music, publishing, fashion, architecture, design, advertising, crafts).
- —Must have ambition to grow and scale.
- —Trading for at least 1 year.
- —Fewer than 250 employees.
About this grant
The Create Growth Programme supports creative industries SMEs to scale by developing innovative products, services, and business models. Delivered regionally across England. Combines grant funding with intensive business support, peer learning, and access to networks. Focus on businesses that blend creative and technology skills. Particularly relevant for games studios, production companies, design agencies with digital innovation.
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