Washington D.C. art jobs contribute a lot to the District’s economy.

According to a recent assessment by the DC Office of Planning and Washington DC Economic Partnership, the District’s creative industries generate more than $5 billion in income every year.

“The economic significance of the creative sector is clear – creative enterprises play a key role in contributing to the District’s economic vibrancy through tourism, income generation, and business incubation,” Harriet Tregoning, director of the Office of Planning, said in a press release. “Now, more than ever, we have an opportunity to harness the extensive talent in the city in a way that will position the District as a global leader in creative industries.”

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