Otis College Report on the Creative Economy
The Otis College Report on the Creative Economy offers valuable insights into the impact of creative industries on California's economy. First published in 2007, the report has evolved into a comprehensive research program, featuring in-depth studies, an interactive digital dashboard that showcases real-time data and trends across creative sectors, and a series of events offered in-person and online.
2025 Launch Event for the Otis College Report on the Creative Economy
Join us for the launch of the 2025 Otis College Report on the Creative Economy on March 27, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. PST. Hosted at Snap Inc. headquarters, supported by the Snap Foundation, the launch event will begin with a networking reception, followed by a presentation of key research findings by Westwood Economics and Planning Associates, and an overview of the latest updates to the Otis Creative Economy dashboard. The program will also include an engaging panel discussion, Design Hub L.A.: Powering the Creative Economy, with industry thought leaders from Mattel, Disney, and more, and a Q&A on Los Angeles’s role as a global design capital.
This Year's Speakers
Barbara Bestor, Founder & Principal, Bestor Architecture
Chris Down, EVP, Chief Design Officer, Mattel, Inc.
Dana Flowers, Senior Creative Lead Movies and Series, Amazon MGM Studios
Jackson George, EVP - Head of Brand Creative, Disney+ / Co-head of Creative Marketing, Walt Disney Studios
Moderated by Frances Anderton, Writer, Broadcaster, and Curator
Explore the Creative Economy Dashboard
The Creative Economy Dashboard is your go-to resource for real-time data on the performance of California’s creative industries. This free tool allows you to explore key trends and track changes across multiple creative sectors.
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Dynamic Data: Monitor creative economy trends in real time with both historical and recent data.
Sector Analysis: Dive deep into specific creative industries, including entertainment, arts, fashion, and more.
Geographic Insights: Explore how creative industries are performing across different regions of California.
Customizable Views: Filter the data to uncover economic insights that are most relevant to your research.
Past Research
As part of our research program, Otis College explores specific creative industries and publishes focused reports that track the evolution of these sectors in California.
Watch the 2024 Creative Economy Launch Event
Entertainment and Production Sector Series
Download our two-part series on the entertainment and production sector featuring critical insights into this ever-evolving industry:
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