From 2014 to 2023, the number of employees in publishing, audiovisual, and broadcasting activities in Turkey has experienced a general decline. In 2014, employment stood at 55,000 persons, peaked slightly in 2015 at 60,000, but then gradually decreased to 42,000 by 2023. The year-on-year variation showed significant fluctuations, including a notable 14.81% drop in 2018 and a consistent annual decrease of around 2% in the most recent years.
Between 2019 and 2023, the employment levels saw a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of -1.8%, indicating a steady reduction. Forecasts suggest this trend will continue, with an anticipated 7.32% total decline by 2028, representing a CAGR of -1.51% over the next five years.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements leading to automation, shifts in media consumption behaviors, and economic factors impacting advertising revenues and media investment, which could further influence employment dynamics in this sector.