Educate yourself
The more you find out about the area you want to work in, the easier it will be to work out what to do next. To be successful, you need to have a clear understanding of the industries and how they work, and be aware of the realities you will face.
Look at the links below to develop strategies that will help you stay at the top of your game. Knowing the terrain might just give you that little extra edge to make your first break happen.
Know your stuff
Do your homework - gather useful information about the sector you dream of working in, and put it to work. Here are a few tips.
Read MoreThe reality
Glamour is out of the window - you'll have to work your way up. You'll make the tea, sort the post, run errands and work long hours. Have you got what it takes?
Read MoreMedia glossaries
Don't be confused by the terminology. Every industry has words and phrases that are unique to it which no one else understands. These jargon-busting media glossaries will help you to speak 'creative'.
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Lists of links to other creative and media organisations. We've broken down the information by organisation type, sector and region so it's easy to navigate.
Read MoreKnow the media industries
There are hundreds of different jobs across the creative media industries, some of which you may never even have thought of as a career option.
Read MoreNews, events & opportunities
Stay informed about all the different opportunities for you to learn new skills and boost your career.
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