Cultural Industries Research Articles

IMPACT OF LONG WORKING HOURS ON HOTEL EMPLOYEES

This article focuses on today’s scenario of working culture in the hospitality industry and the major steps taken care of by the human resource department for the well-being of hotel employees in the Indian hospitality sector. Guest will be happy when he finds all the services flawless, which he expected from the hotel but providing such overwhelming services to the guest is a task of the hotel employees who are working 24*7 in the hotel. Sometimes hotel employee has to work 12-15 hours or more than that in a single shift. Due to such long hours of shift timings employee surely face some physical and mental issues on his health. All these issues need to be taken care of by the human resource department of the hotel. They have to work on it strictly and minimize the time individual employees spend in the hotel.

A Literature Review on the Development of Digital Empowerment for the Integration of Culture and Tourism

This article starts from the perspective of digital empowerment, sorts out the historical context and integration characteristics of the development of the cultural and tourism industry, further analyzes the development process and current situation of the cultural and tourism industry in the digital era, explores innovative models for the deep integration of digital empowerment of cultural and tourism development, identifies collaborative mechanisms in the development process, conducts in-depth research on the path of digital empowerment, and summarizes and summarizes relevant research.

Global Cultural Integration Strategies of Korean Entertainment Companies Regarding the Idol Culture Industry: The Case of SM Entertainment

The study focuses on the global cultural integration of Korean entertainment companies regarding the idol culture industry, using SM Entertainment as a case study for in-depth analysis. Idol culture, as a part of Korean pop culture, has achieved great success globally over the past decades. With the rise of digital media, the trend of internationalization in the entertainment industry has become more pronounced. The acceptance of different cultures by audiences in different countries has also become one of the focal points of research. This study will focus on SM Entertainment's successful practices in overseas markets such as Asia, with a special focus on how it has integrated the Korean Wave culture to satisfy the aesthetic and cultural needs of audiences in different countries and regions in order to increase its acceptability in the international market. The company's strategies in terms of artist image, music style, and promotional techniques are examined in depth. Ultimately, this study provides insights into SM Entertainment's success in achieving cultural integration and adapting to multicultural demands, which is important for understanding global cultural communication, the internationalization of the entertainment industry, and the dissemination of local culture in the international market.

Exploration of Music Teaching Reform Program in Colleges and Universities Oriented on the Development of Corporate Culture Industry

Exploration of Music Teaching Reform Program in Colleges and Universities Oriented on the Development of Corporate Culture Industry

Fostering Innovation: Exploring Key Factors and Their Relationship on Organizational Performance Towards Innovation Management Culture

Employee creativity positively impacts organizations’ ability to foster innovation and influences organizational learning, as the 4.0 industry promises more innovative, sustainable, and smarter productivity. This study addresses the importance of innovation culture in the technology industry’s business landscape. Despite the growing attention given to innovation culture, there is a need to explore its relationship with corporate performance. A descriptive research design with a quantitative approach using regression analysis was used. Furthermore, 398 respondents from Chinese technological enterprises were investigated. Based on these findings, the workforce in the technology sector hires people of different ages and positions. Those who belong to the supervisory level focus more on quality control and process improvement. The findings also demonstrated that innovative culture significantly impacts firm performance through its influence on factors such as organizational learning, creativity and empowerment, value orientation, and market orientation. Thus, it emphasizes the importance of aligning innovation strategies at all organizational levels and effectively allocating resources to verify how innovation stimulates innovative behavior in organizations. Organizational learning can improve the shared values and behaviors of an organization and further improve organizational performance. A strong correlation between corporate culture and organizational performance. Moreover, the more effort a company puts into building its culture and the more it achieves, the greater its advantage in financial and non-financial performance, and the higher sustainability for innovation management culture will be evident.

The Implementation of Industrial Work Culture as an Effort to Educate Students' Character in Qualitative Analysis Practical Learning for Grade XI of Analytical Chemistry Department at SMTI Yogyakarta Vocational School

This research aims to implement industrial work culture as an effort to educate students' character in practical learning of Qualitative Analysis for grade XI of Analytical Chemistry Department at SMTI Yogyakarta Vocational School. The research was carried out with a qualitative approach to survey results for students after completing the learning process with a block system lesson schedule, where students must comply with rules or regulations that instill discipline, responsibility and tough character. Students are required to submit practical reports within a certain time limit. The subjects in this research were eleventh-grade students of Analytical Chemistry Department at SMTI Yogyakarta Vocational School, totaling 32 students. The data were analyzed descriptively and present in tabular form. The results of the research showed that the majority agreed with the statements in the questionnaire given, where in the results of the evaluation survey of the block system learning schedule, 68.75% agreed that practical learning with the block system could improve student discipline and 31.25% strongly agreed. 59.38% agreed that practical learning with the block system could increase student’s endurance (physical and mental endurance) and 34.38% strongly agreed. 50.00% agreed that practical learning with the block system could train students to manage time and 43.75% strongly agreed. 46.88% agreed that practical learning with the block system could increase student learning motivation and 21.88% strongly agreed. 65.63% agreed that practical learning with the block system could further facilitate student’s level of understanding and 15.63% strongly agreed. Meanwhile, in the survey results regarding the rules for collecting practice reports with a certain time limit, 56.25% agreed that collecting practice reports with a certain time limit could improve student discipline and 31.25% strongly agreed. 59.38% agreed that collecting practice reports with a certain time limit could increase student’s endurance (physical and mental endurance) and 34.38% strongly agreed. 59.38% agreed that practical learning with the block system could train students to manage time and 28.13% strongly agreed. 46.88% agreed that practical learning with the block system could increase student learning motivation and 21.88% strongly agreed. Therefore, it can be concluded that the implementation of industrial work culture in the practical learning for grade XI of Analytical Chemistry Department at SMK-SMTI Yogyakarta Vocational School can be a character education effort, which is supported by the survey results, where the majority agreed with the statements in the questionnaire given to student representatives who were the objects of research

Cakes and ale: the role of culture in the new municipalism

ABSTRACT The rise of ‘new municipalism’ – imaginative and renascent projects of local organization and government – has been occasioned by resourceful efforts on the part of local states and civil societies, responding to the intensified pressures of austerity, the global pandemic and a crisis of public value. Yet, despite the expansion internationally of an array of municipal initiatives, there appears (as yet) no significant role for culture and the cultural industries, and certainly this is the case in the UK. This review article suggests some possible reasons why UK municipalism might lack something of a cultural contribution or presence, before outlining the potential benefits that could be gained through development of both a “pragmatic” and “managed” – as well as more “radical” – integration of arts and culture into new municipal projects.

Spatial characteristics and restructuring model of the agro-cultural heritage site in the context of culture and tourism integration

Tourism promotes the economic development of agro-cultural heritage sites while causing the problem of spatial alienation, so exploring the spatial alienation problems based on the integration of culture and tourism is of great significance for achieving the sustainable development of tourism in agro-cultural heritage sites. This study took the Yuanyang Hani Terrace agro-cultural heritage site as the research area, constructed the model of the spatial system of the agro-cultural heritage site based on the classical grounded theory, and analyzed the spatial characteristics of the agro-cultural heritage site. The results show that the spatial disorder of the agro-cultural heritage site is caused by the interaction of the imbalance of physical space, the fragmentation of cultural space and the complications of social space. Next, this study constructed the model for the spatial restructuring of the agro-cultural heritage site in the context of culture and tourism integration, with the integration of management systems as a guiding force, the integration of talent systems as a crucial force, the integration of agricultural, cultural and tourism resources as a core force, the integration of the cultural and tourism industries as a driving force, the integration of ecology and culture as a basic force, and the integration of digital scenes as an innovative force. This study expands and deepens the spatial theory of tourist destinations and the knowledge system of cultural heritage tourism, and provides a systematic implementation framework and management tools for the integration of culture and tourism and the high-quality development of agro-cultural heritage sites.

Tourism and sociocultural identity discourses in ethnic minority communities: a study of she ethnic townships in Zhejiang Province, China

This research delves into the evolving sociocultural identity discourses within ethnic communities, particularly in the context of tourism revitalization. We used a qualitative case study approach to conduct 25 interviews in the Fengyang and Dailing She ethnic townships in Cangnan County, Wenzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China. An in-depth iterative analysis of these interviews revealed three key findings: The symbolic significance of She ethnic townships, accentuated by tourism, necessitates the identity-building processes of She community members; the paradox of cultural essentialism and the ethnic-cultural commodification propels the evolution of She sociocultural identity; and empowering She people in community engagement can help sustain She sociocultural identity. These insights enrich the understanding of sociocultural dynamics in ethnic communities, highlighting the challenges and opportunities presented by commercializing cultural attractions through tourism and emphasizing the need for a balanced approach in preserving and leveraging ethnic minority cultural resources in tourism-based cultural industries.

Razem o dziedzictwie. Budowa marki instytucji kultury w kontekście marki miasta. Studium przypadku Poznańskiego Centrum Dziedzictwa

The article is concerned with professional marketing activities of cultural institutions and local governments. The article showcases the importance of local heritage and its influence on their distinctive and competitive character. The aim of the research is to attempt to complete the process of creating the cultural institution’s brand in the context of the city’s brand by the example of Poznań Heritage Centre. The background of the discussed issues is the presentation of the specificity of marketing activities in the culture industry and local government. The research conclusions show that the use of the brand model is an effective way to manage a cultural institution and provide effective support for the city’s image. The article was written using the method of analysing the literature and presenting a case study.

Роль креативных индустрий в формировании профессиональных сообществ

The article considers the problem of the impact of the creative industry on the formation of professional com-munities. The purpose of this study is to identify the necessary support and develop recommendations for rep-resentatives of the creative industries in creating professional communities and influencing them. Diverse defi-nitions of the term “creative industry”, as utilized in various global contexts such as Japan, Great Britain, etc., are expounded upon. The increasing role of professional communities in the development of creative industries in Russia is highlighted. The analysis ascertains the profound positive ramifications of creative industries on the evolution of professional communities, reciprocally, the constructive influence professional communities wield on creative sectors is elucidated. Furthermore, the author posits that creative industries not only furnish individ-uals with new cultural experiences but also serve as a conduit for acquiring information and express their indi-viduality. The author's stance concerning distinguishing cultural and creative industries, delineating prevailing challenges, and subsequently formulating recommendations for engaging with professional communities with the potential for their integration into the developmental roadmap of creative industries is substantiated.

Research on the Integration of Xiangxi Miao Butterfly Patterns and Modern Cultural and Creative Designs

The Miao people's traditional dress designs in western Hunan strongly reflect their distinct cultural qualities as well as the local community's lifestyle. These patterns are both aesthetically pleasing and culturally significant. As the cultural and creative industries have grown, an increasing number of designers have begun to incorporate these historic motifs into modern cultural and creative items in order to promote and conserve national culture. This research will look at the butterfly pattern of Xiangxi Miao, a representative ornamental feature, and how it might be used to contemporary cultural and creative design. The essay will go into detail on how traditional themes can be blended with modern design aspects, and how this fusion improves the cultural worth and market attractiveness of the items.

Analysis of the Current Situation and Development Trend of Central Plains Cultural Industry Under the Perspective of "Belt and Road"

As the birthplace of Chinese civilization, the Central Plains region boasts a cultural heritage and historical tradition spanning thousands of years, The Chinese culture formed by radiating outward from the Central Plains has become an indispensable part of the current wave of world culture. Therefore, to promote Chinese culture to the world, disseminate Chinese stories, and showcase Chinese characteristics and style, it is necessary to firmly grasp the root of Central Plains culture. Meanwhile, as an important region for the development of mutually beneficial cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative, the Central Plains region holds significant meaning for building a cultural highland for the entire country and realizing the great vision of a socialist cultural power, This poses a requirement for the exchange and dissemination of the essence of Central Plains culture and the construction of a systematic Central Plains cultural industry. Currently, the development of the Central Plains cultural industry lags behind in four dimensions: content development, cultural dissemination, integration with modern technology, and the scale of the industry, By deeply exploring the difficulties facing the development of the Central Plains cultural industry, we can predict its future development trends and further demonstrate the resilience of Chinese culture amidst the turbulence of global cultural trends.

Effects on growth performance and immunity of Monopterus albus after high temperature stress.

To investigate the impact of the effect of high temperature stimulation on Monopterus albus larvae after a certain period of time, five experimental groups were established at different temperatures. Then, the M. albus under high temperature stress was fed at 30°C for 70days. After that, the growth index of the M. albus was counted and analyzed. In terms of growth index, high temperature stress had significant effects on FCR, FBW, WGR, and SGR of M. albus (p < 0.05). The SR increased after being stimulated by temperature (p < 0.1). The study revealed that liver cells of M. albus were harmed by elevated temperatures of 36°C and 38°C. In the experimental group, the activities of digestive enzymes changed in the same trend, reaching the highest point in the 32°C group and then decreasing, and the AMS activity in the 38°C group was significantly different from that in the 30°C group (p < 0.05). The activities of antioxidase in liver reached the highest at 34°C, which was significantly different from those at 30°C (p < 0.05). In addition, the expression levels of TLR1, C3, TNF-α, and other genes increased in the experimental group, reaching the highest point at 34°C, and the expression level of the IL-1β gene reached the highest point at 32°C, which was significantly different from that at 30°C (p < 0.05). However, the expression level of the IRAK3 gene decreased in the experimental group and reached its lowest point at 34°C (p < 0.05). The expression level of the HSP90α gene increased with the highest temperature stimulus and reached its highest point at 38°C (p < 0.05). In the α diversity index of intestinal microorganisms in the experimental group, the observed species, Shannon, and Chao1 indexes in the 34°C group were the highest (p < 0.05), and β diversity analysis revealed that the intestinal microbial community in the experimental group was separated after high temperature stimulation. At the phylum level, the three dominant flora are Proteus, Firmicutes, and Bacteroides. Bacteroides and Macrococcus abundance increased at the genus level, but Vibrio and Aeromonas abundance decreased. To sum up, appropriate high-temperature stress can enhance the immunity and adaptability of M. albus. These results show that the high temperature stimulation of 32°C-34°C is beneficial to the industrial culture of M. albus.

A Practical Discussion on the Transformation and Development of Tibetan Medicine Cultural and Creative Industry in the New Era

A Practical Discussion on the Transformation and Development of Tibetan Medicine Cultural and Creative Industry in the New Era

City Of Dreams: An Open-World Games

In recent years, the gaming industry has witnessed a remarkable evolution, with open-world games emerging as a dominant genre that captivates players with expansive virtual worlds, intricate narratives, and immersive gameplay experiences. Among these innovative titles, "City of Dreams" stands out as a pinnacle of open-world game design, offering players a richly detailed urban landscape to explore, inhabit, and shape according to their desires. This research paper provides a comprehensive analysis of "City of Dreams," examining its technical development, player engagement dynamics, societal impact, and broader implications within the gaming industry and digital culture. The technical development of "City of Dreams" is explored in detail, encompassing various aspects such as game engine selection, character animation, environment design, and physics implementation. By delving into the technical intricacies of game development, this research sheds light on the creative processes and technological innovations that underpin the creation of immersive gaming experiences. Furthermore, the paper investigates the player engagement dynamics of "City of Dreams," exploring how its diverse gameplay mechanics, immersive world design, and compelling narrative drive player engagement and immersion. Through an analysis of player behavior, feedback, and interaction patterns, insights are gained into the factors that contribute to the game's success and longevity. Keywords—open-world games, player experience, player behavior, game development, immersive environments, Non-Playable Characters (NPCs).

Contribution of the Cultural and Creative Industries to Regional Development and Revitalization: A European Perspective

Cultural and Creative Industries (CCIs) have emerged as powerful drivers of regional development and revitalization in Europe in recent years. This study explores the impact of CCIs on European regions, focusing on their economic, social, and cultural contributions. Drawing on extensive literature review and empirical research, this study examines the role of CCIs in job creation, GDP growth, innovation, social cohesion, cultural identity, urban regeneration, and the revitalization of declining areas. Data were collected using questionnaires distributed to 345 key players in the Cultural and Creative Industry of Greece. The findings reveal that CCIs significantly enhance job opportunities in European regions, with 74.4% of participants acknowledging their role in reducing unemployment and underemployment. Moreover, 71.4% recognized the substantial contribution of CCIs to regional GDP, highlighting that their economic importance is comparable to traditional industries. CCIs are seen as catalysts for social cohesion and cultural identity, as 75.6% of respondents attested to their role in uniting diverse communities. These results emphasize the sensitivity of CCIs to the existing cultural and historical context of these areas. Furthermore, this study identifies outcomes of regional development and revitalization, including improved education facilities (21.7%), preservation of regional cultural heritage (14.6%), and enhanced business relations (26.7%). Regression analysis demonstrated a strong association between CCIs and regional development and revitalization. This study provides comprehensive insights into the contributions of CCIs to regional development and revitalization in Europe. Policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders can use these findings to harness the full potential of CCIs for sustainable and inclusive regional development.

Ukrainian Show Business in the 1990s: Communication Models and Forms of Presentation

The article examines the formation and development of Ukrainian show business in the 1990s. The author studies the communication models used by the members of artistic circles to present themselves to a wide audience. The main forms of representation of artists, in particular, through television, radio, and print media were analysed. It is found that in the early 1990s, traditional models of communication dominated, when the artist was an object of media influence. Later, however, there was a shift to the agency of performers who constructed their public image independently. The transformation of mass communication in Ukraine in the context of the establishment of a market economy and democratic freedoms was emphasized. The role of new media platforms (music channels and magazines) in shaping the popularity of artists is noted. The results of the study show that in the 1990s there was a transition from the “star” model of artists’ presentation to more diverse forms of self-presentation. In particular, the role of artists in constructing their own image has become more important, which correlates with the processes of commercialization and democratization of the media space. The study is based on a comprehensive methodological approach that combines historical, cultural and socio-communication analysis. Content analysis of media materials and discourse analysis were used. The data obtained can be used for further research on the transformation of the national media system and cultural industries. The results of the study may also be of interest to specialists in the field of mass communications, sociology, cultural studies, as well as to a wide range of readers interested in the history of Ukrainian culture

The Innovation System in Transformation

In the light of the pressing global challenges, our need for innovation has dramatically changed. Instead of technical innovation alone, we need solutions on a much larger scale as well. The text analyses the transformation of the discourse on innovation in the last two decades, trying to illustrate the progressive shift of meanings, actors and tools involved in the process and what caused it. In the last decade, a slow mutation has occurred from the concept of creative and critical practice in the hands of creative individuals to creativity-driven innovation brought by the whole Cultural and Creative Sector and Industries (CCSI), and promoted by the establishment of the new EIT Culture &amp; Creativity Knowledge Innovation Community in 2023. Nowadays, the debate on how to improve innovation and competitiveness must shift the attention from subjects and objects to support structures and ecosystems. Thanks to the analysis of case-studies, four possible contemporary design approaches to innovation have been identified: advanced design innovation, responsible innovation, knowledge innovation, cross-sectoral innovation. The selected case-studies and an interview with a Swedish artist illustrate the role of universities, research centres and public labs as structures supporting cross-sectorial innovation including CCSI in their research since the beginning.

Precarity revisited: Exploring camming work in Brazil and experiences of precarity in platform-based (erotic) content production

The article addresses labour precarity in platform-based cultural production from the perspective of Brazilian camming work, examining it through cammers’ perceptions and experiences. Precarity has been a framework for assessing work conditions in platformised cultural industries. This framework stems from a normative standpoint of standard work and employment, which neither represents labour markets nor marginalised cultural labour in the majority world. This article tackles precarity from marginalised Global South cultural producers’ perspectives. Drawing on 15 in-depth interviews with cisgender female cammers, I show that local work and employment realities, and the positionality of platforms within them, are critical to cammers’ sense-making of labour precarity. For the cammers, the parameters for evaluating quality and precarity are unstable and adjusted according to their position within and outside platform economies. Conclusions suggest that precarity is situated and derives its meaning from a complex articulation of workers’ experiences and positions across various economies.