HQ Function

Primary administrative and strategic hub for Creative Scotland, overseeing national funding distribution, policy development, research, and advocacy for Scotland's arts, screen, and creative industries.

Notable Features:

Located in Waverley Gate, a prominent, B-listed historic former General Post Office building, extensively modernized to provide contemporary office spaces. Features a central Edinburgh location with excellent transport links, close to key cultural and governmental institutions.

Work Culture:

A professional, mission-driven, and collaborative environment dedicated to public service. The culture fosters innovation, expertise, and partnership, aiming to support the dynamic growth and international recognition of Scotland's creative sectors.

HQ Significance:

Serves as the nerve center for national arts and cultural strategy in Scotland. Its Edinburgh location facilitates crucial engagement with the Scottish Government, national cultural institutions, and stakeholders across the creative industries, shaping the cultural landscape of the nation.

Values Reflected in HQ: The choice of headquarters reflects ambition and excellence (high-quality workspace), stewardship (thoughtful repurposing of a significant historic building), connectivity (central, accessible location), and a profound commitment to Scotland's cultural infrastructure and heritage.

Location:

While Creative Scotland's primary focus is on developing and supporting the arts, screen, and creative industries within Scotland, it actively fosters an international outlook. This includes supporting Scottish artists and creative organizations to showcase their work globally, participate in international festivals and markets, build international collaborations, and attract inward investment and productions. They work to enhance Scotland's cultural reputation on the world stage.

Street Address:

Waverley Gate, 2-4 Waterloo Place

City:

Edinburgh

State/Province:

Scotland

Country:

United Kingdom