The next generation of creative leaders starts here.

Connecting, inspiring and elevating an inclusive new generation of creative industry leaders.

The Creative Ladder helps students from all backgrounds learn about creative careers and offers leadership training for those during their journeys. Join us to help make creative careers more accessible to all.

The Creative Ladder Impact To Date

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People Impacted

31,000+

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A message from our co-founder, Ryan Reynolds, about need for and significance of The Creative Ladder.

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Our Programs

  • Seminars & Workshops

    We conduct virtual and in-person seminars and workshops with focused programming on topics such as creative industry skills and wellbeing.

  • Student Outreach

    Closing the awareness gap: 78% of nonwhite creative professionals say they didn’t know their current careers existed when they graduated high school.

  • Virtual Leadership Training

    Our 6-month Virtual Leadership Academy offers focused trainings centered on the professional development.

Career Spotlight

Presented by Smartsheet

“Honestly, I wasn’t sure what to expect and the dedication to connect and foster growth through networking and experiences truly blew me away.”

Krupa Hemraj, International Marketing Director at Frida

Did you know?

4 out of 5 creative professionals of color didn’t know their careers existed when they graduated high school. Together we can fill this gap with awareness and accessibility.

Source: The Creative Ladder Professionals Survey