Creative industries

There is a global trend focused on developing economies through innovation, a skilled workforce, and fostering creativity. This trend has the potential to facilitate the transformation of the Czech Republic's economy. The creative industries, encompassing technology, research, culture, and business, represent a rapidly growing sector in the country, generating skilled jobs and supporting overall economic growth. These industries span design, fashion, architecture, advertising, software, gastronomy, film, television, radio, digital games, publishing, and music. Despite textbook definitions, the pivotal role is played by human skill, talent, and creativity.

Leveraging its robust historical and cultural background, a variety of study programs, and an extensive ICT infrastructure, the Czech Republic holds a strong position in sectors like the gaming industry, virtual and augmented reality, design, architecture, film, and crafts. Despite economic challenges such as the COVID-19 crisis, inflation, and an energy crisis, the creative industries, particularly the audiovisual and gaming sectors, continue to thrive. The National Recovery Plan aims to provide systematic support for creative industries, outlining reforms and investments planned until 2026. Notably, there are numerous success stories of creative companies and individuals that contribute to the Czech Republic's pride.

Czech designers, especially those in industrial and product design, have received recognition such as the prestigious Red Dot Award. The impact of Czech companies like Mmcité is evident in the incorporation of their products into smart cities and public spaces worldwide. Renowned global exporters of Czech glass products include companies like Bomma, Lasvit, Preciosa, TON, Rückl, and Moser.

The gaming industry is a notable success for the Czech Republic, featuring popular games like Beat Saber, Kingdom Come: Deliverance, Mafia, Euro Truck Simulator, Machinarium, Arma 3 and more. Additionally, there exists a czech consultancy firm named Cyber Sail Consulting, specializing worldwide in bridging the communication gap between investors/publishers and creative individuals. Incubation centers, like Creative BIC under the Technology Incubation program by CzechInvest Agency, play a crucial role in supporting the financial and non-financial aspects of creative startups. Other centers, including KUMST and Gamebaze in Brno, contribute to the evolving landscape of creative entrepreneurship in the country.