The Business of Storytelling, Media & Content Creation

Join us this March for events helping creative businesses start, grow, and thrive during Creative & Nighttime Economy Month.

The City of Philadelphia, Department of Commerce has designated the month of March as Creative and Nighttime Economy Month in Philadelphia. We are dedicated to supporting Philadelphia creatives through entrepreneurial education while promoting our growth in the arts, culture, and creative industries. Join the Department of Commerce, Creative Philadelphia, and partner organizations throughout the month for insightful discussions featuring industry leaders and specialists on topics that help creatives start, operate, and grow their businesses in Philadelphia.

Join us for The Business of Storytelling, Media & Content Creation, a panel discussion designed for writers, spoken word artists, publishers, filmmakers, content creators, marketers, and media professionals navigating today’s evolving creative economy. This session will explore how stories move from idea to impact, covering writing and production, distribution pathways, monetization strategies, and the resources available to support creative work across publishing, film, TV/radio, advertising, and digital platforms.

Whether you’re developing your first project or scaling your creative practice, this event offers practical insights, real-world perspectives, and opportunities to connect with peers and industry partners.

What to Expect:

• Conversations on writing, production, distribution, and monetization
• Insights into media and content creation ecosystems
• Networking with creatives and industry professionals
• Resource sharing and collaboration opportunities

This event is part of the 4th Annual Creative and Nighttime Economy Month, a citywide celebration elevating artists, cultural nonprofits, and creative businesses as essential drivers of Philadelphia’s economy and identity.