Bewick founded the skills council in 2004, but is leaving after being offered a "new high-profile role" elsewhere in the industry. An announcement of what this role is will be made by his new employer soon.

Bewick says, "'It's a real wrench to be leaving but I am very excited to be continuing my campaigning approach in a new role, and one which is highly relevant to the creative sector. I am particularly going to miss the staff and trustees ...