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Cora graduated from ICMP's BA Songwriting course and now works at as a Social Media Manager

In this episode, Cora chats through handling your finances, balancing work and music and working in the creative field. 

Key advice for creatives from Cora: "I would always encourage everyone to try out different things. Try different genres, try different styles [...] It teaches you different things."

Isaac graduated from ICMP's BA Creative Musicianship and now works at a major label as part of their Digital Team

In this episode, Isaac chats through being a self starter, working relationships and chasing your curiosity. 

Key advice for creatives from Isaac: "Chase your curiosity first, because that'll lead you to your passions [...] There's always a direction to go"' 

Evangelista graduated from ICMP's BA Songwriting and now works as a songwriter and personal assistant for an artist manager

In this episode, Evangelista chats through navigating working life after graduating, not being afraid to start over and making connections. 

Key advice for creatives from Evangelista: "Meet as many people as possible [...] It's a very people focused industries and opportunities come from people and friends. [...] Music is a really important part of it - but so are the connections' 

Chris graduated from ICMP's Masters programme and now works as a session musician

In this episode, Chris chats through balancing work and life, as well as building your skills as a session musician

Key advice for creatives from Chris: 'Regardless of how much they're paying you, you sometimes have to make a judgement whether you can physically or mentally be able to be prepared for it'.

Danielle graduated from ICMP's Higher Diploma in Music Performance and now works as a songwriter

In this episode, Danielle chats through navigating the music industry and building your skills as a songwriter

Key advice for creatives from Danielle: 'Don't let excuses stop you from moving forward in the game'

Peter graduated from ICMP's BA Creative Music Production and now works as a producer

In this episode, Peter chats through navigating the producing world though collaboration and networking.

Key advice for creatives from Peter: “If you’re brave enough and you really want to make your way into the industry, make yourself known.” 

Diego graduated from ICMP's BMus Popular Music Performance and now works as a sound designer

In this episode, Diego chats through widening his creative horizons and the world of a Sound Designer. 

Key advice for creatives from Diego: "Not doing what I thought I wanted to do gave me the opportunity to do other things, widen my horizons and improve my skillset."

Natalie graduated from ICMP's BA Creative Musicianship and now works as a artist, performer and part-time barista.

In this episode, Natalie chats through balancing music and work, performing and becoming an artist. 

Key advice for creatives from Natalie: 'It's fine to change plans [...] it's about what you want to do with your life. I don't think there's a big rush to figure things out'

Joy graduated from ICMP's MA Songwriting and now works as a music teacher, and an artist.

In this episode, Joy chats through juggling different creative jobs successfully and managing your time effectively. 

Key advice for creatives from Joy: 'Just create. I spent way too many years being afraid to put my stuff out there and I kept comparing myself to other music producers. [...] Don't worry about anyone else, if you want something done, do it yourself.'

Marika graduated from ICMP's BA Music Business and Entrepreneurship and now works as a music publishing assistant

In this episode, Marika chats through their new internship and applying for jobs after graduation 

Key advice for creatives from Marika: For interviews, prepare questions and let your personality shine through. 

Carolina graduated from ICMP's MMus Popular Music Performance and now works as a client ticketing manager

In this episode, Carolina chats through her day-to-day, working as part of a team and more.

Key advice for creatives from Carolina: Have lots of different approaches to being creative, you go home and try one, if that isn't working, try another.

Christine graduated from ICMP's BA Creative Musicianship and now works as a project manager

In this episode, Christine chats through working multiple jobs and disciplines, finding internships, apprenticeships and more.

Key advice for creatives from Christine: 'I was scared to go into different places [...] Being open is the biggest thing that will help you.'

Thiago graduated from ICMP's MA Songwriting and now works as a songwriting teacher, freelance musician and technician. 

In this episode, Thiago chats through his transition from education to employment and working through the highs and lows of life after graduating. 

Key advice for creatives from Thiago: As soon you start trusting your process of this 'who I am, this is what I do' [...] then you create your own version of success and your own version of being happy.

Lauren graduated from ICMP's BA Music Business programme and now works as a radio presenter for BBC Cymru.

In this episode, Lauren chats through her transition from education to employment, working through the highs and lows of life after graduating.

Key advice for creatives from Lauren: It always works itself out, so don't put too much pressure on yourself when things don't go right straight away - just take advantage of every opportunity you're given.

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Ben graduated from ICMP's BA Creative Musicianship programme and now works as a freelance content creator for creatives.

In this episode, Ben chats through his transition from education to employment and how he developed a foundation during his time studying, allowing him to focus his career in creative spaces. He also discussed using all the skills you have to work with your peers and the positivity in 'failing upwards'. 

Key advice for creatives: test out ideas to learn what works and what doesn't to drive your work forwards.

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David graduated from the MA Songwriting programme at ICMP and now works as a freelance writer and guitar/songwriting private teacher.

David talks through his transition from education to employment and how he developed a foundation of tuition work, allowing him to focus his career entirely on music. He also discussed the need to understand the breadth of the industry and the benefits of cross-pollinating whilst networking, introducing your contacts to one another can be just as fruitful as finding new contacts. 

Key advice for songwriters, don't pigeonhole yourself within your writing and neglect the other aspects of your work. As a writer, don't shy away from production - key to your success will be adding more strings to your bow, look to diversify and not label yourself.

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Cristy graduated from the BA Music Business programme at ICMP and now works at Festival Republic as a Licensing Assistant.

Key tips, work/volunteer throughout your studies, take advantage of the Industry Hub Team, and don't forget to transition your key contacts (from your Uni inbox) to your personal email account when you graduate!

Find out more about Cristy

MA Songwriting graduate Josh discusses his transition from study to employment, including how an opportunity with Lambeth Music Services opened doors and reignited further areas of his expansive portfolio career. 

Josh also gives his key advice on life after university - don't let life overwhelm you... make a plan, keep up with your craft, push yourself out of your comfort zone and build meaningful relationships.

This podcast features the journey of BA (Hons) Creative Musicianship graduate Laura Amos, who's now a signed songwriter with CWB,  working in K-pop and J-pop.

Laura touches on the need to strike a balance whilst working on your craft and moving towards your career goals.  Her key advice is to work hard, accept that whatever job you initially land in is simply part of your journey. Believe in yourself, don't get envious of other people - everyone's journey is different. Reach out to people in the industry, you'll be surprised at how willing they are to help you. Ultimately... keep going, keep your passion and never stop learning!

This podcast features the journey of BA (Hons) Songwriting graduate Jonathan Milanes, from ICMP to an enviable role at Facebook. Jonathan touches on how to adapt to different environments, the importance of networking and understanding that there's more to life than music. 

Jonathan's key advice for those finishing their studies is to 'network with everyone' - you don't know who may be able to help you in the future. Take advantage of all of the opportunities available to you at ICMP - events, gigs, socials, 1:2:1s, etc - they all present opportunities for you to expand your network. But... don't forget to have fun throughout!

Also discussed is the importance of learning new skills outside of music and having a Plan B. Focus on skills that will also support your music and art, but may also open doors. This is exactly how he ended up in his current role at Facebook.

Diana Mukwaya studied BA Songwriting at ICMP and now works in a variety of different roles while focussing on her artist project: Namugga. 

Alongside her work as an artist, Diana works for Sofa Sounds, she jumps into audio engineering roles, works with independent labels and is also working as a promoter for Live Nation. 

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