The United Kingdom leads in self-employed hours in the media and entertainment sector at 160.53 million, showing a modest increase in 2023. France and Poland experienced significant growth with 8.37% and 7.74% increases, respectively. Conversely, Canada faced a decline of 3.03%. New Zealand notably surged by 8.9%. Other European nations like Ireland, Belgium, and Hungary also saw upward trends. While some countries witnessed slight declines, Denmark and Slovenia showed positive momentum. Lithuania and Romania reported reductions in self-employed hours, reflecting a regional shift.
Looking ahead, technological advancements and remote work trends may propel self-employment in this sector. However, economic uncertainties and regional disparities could moderate growth. Observing digital media expansion and resilience strategies in unstable markets will be crucial. Additionally, support structures and policy changes could influence the self-employment trajectory and could offer areas for significant growth or potential challenge.
Top countries in Self-Employed People in Media and Entertainment Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Hours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 160.53 | 2023 | +5.35% | +1.34% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 62.27 | 2023 | +7.01% | +8.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 38.83 | 2023 | +2.4% | +7.74% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Canada | 30.99 | 2023 | +0.96% | -3.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 27.17 | 2023 | +0.94% | +2.39% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 23.97 | 2023 | +6.88% | -2.58% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 15.48 | 2023 | -5.56% | +7.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 New Zealand | 11.87 | 2023 | +4.2% | +8.9% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 10.56 | 2023 | +11.43% | +7.74% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 8.82 | 2023 | +3.76% | +8.03% | View data |
