San Diego’s Creative Economy: A Driving Force (opens original article in a new tab)

San Diego's creative economy contributes $10.8 billion annually and supports over 82,000 jobs, influencing sectors like tech, healthcare, and tourism. The article highlights the need for better recognition and investment in creative work to retain talent and boost economic growth.

• San Diego's creative economy generated $10.8 billion in 2022 with over 82,000 jobs.
• Creative work impacts multiple sectors including healthcare, tourism, and life sciences.
• Misclassification of creative jobs leads to talent loss to cities like Los Angeles and Austin.