Culture Essex is managed by the Essex County Council Cultural Development Service.Essex has a reputation for nurturing talent which we export nationally and internationally from popular music to visual and performing arts to TV and Film and digital innovation.It is a place of energy and potential, full of artists makers, performers, innovators, and creatives. Through our cultural ambassadors, we aim to celebrate success and inspire future artists. Culture belongs to everyone and can offer rewarding careers; it can inspire generations and positively impact the lives of everyone in Essex.Our mission is to support, promote and advocate for the arts, cultural and creative sector in Essex.