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Got a job you're eyeing up but not sure if you're qualified? Here's why you should send that application TODAY 🏃🏼‍♂️💨 Marketing Officer Robyn Pedley joins us this week to kick off How I Got My Job , our new series documenting how industry professionals in the creative industry secured their first jobs! Find out how to land your first marketing position without a degree and the value...

David Kamara joins us this week to chat about lighting stuntmen on fire to spark conversations around racism in the UK, his journey from filmmaking to owning the production company House Of Fire Studios, and how to boost your creativity as soon as you wake up (it's not coffee or Twitter/X?!). We're also covering AI and what's in store for us human creatives in this new ChatGPT/MidJourn...

This Wednesday we're joined by creative marketer Phoebe Christoforou, currently working at a record label in London! Starting from one of the most niche degrees we've ever heard of and then leaving in her first year, Phoebe began her marketing career in 2017 by writing a music blog and then landing an apprenticeship at a record label. If you're worried about starting your career withou...

Two designers, a marketer, and a web developer sit in a room and they talk about... rebrands. Niche! There's been some huge brands jazzing up their visual identities recently, or just completely overhauling their style and direction (looking at you, Dolmio), so get your wellies on as we're deep diving into the sea of rebranding. We're chatting about Dolmio's decision to get rid of...

We're joined this week by creative entrepreneur and co-founder of Ilana, Samuel Ade! Ilana is an online marketplace and mentorship platform for Black fashion designers—through Ilana, designers gain access to a thriving marketplace to sell their products (with a focus on high quality!) while benefiting from a comprehensive mentorship scheme offering networking opportunities and guidance from in...

Esteban Gonzáles is a remarkable freelance 2D and motion designer—and he’s here to tell you why beating down the door for opportunities is everything (send that email you’ve been putting off. DO IT NOW!).  8 years ago, Esteban found himself with a unique challenge: his home country, Uruguay, only has one university graphic design course. Esteban skipped this expensive and competitive step to inste...

Not sure about branding or the commercial design industry? Listen to this episode with remarkable designer and climate change leader Rita Buiça as she sheds light on the possibilities a creative career holds and banishes the myth that branding = logo design.  Rita's expertise combines design, finance, and environmental advocacy, making her an invaluable voice in the field. In this candid conve...

Multi-talented freelance creative, illustrator, and maker Jaydon Rowbottom joins us to spill the beans on invaluable lessons he's gathered throughout his creative journey, including why mistakes are completely normal (and can actually help your career!). In this episode, Jaydon shares his insider tips on going freelance that will set you up for success in the ever-evolving creative industry. F...

2 designers, a marketer, and a web developer walk into a room and they... talk about Pepsi and social media. The Gen-Z culture is strong in this podcast studio. This week we're talking about Pepsi's 90s-fuelled rebrand (an absolute yes to the saturated colours and nostalgic vibes!) and whether social media plays a role in becoming successful! In an era where social media presence is the no...

Interested in working in fashion or starting your own business? With 8 years experience in the fashion industry, studying at 3 different universities, and now an independent fashion designer , Gabriele Gabija has some incredible advice. A womenswear designer creating sustainable fashion and wearable tech at her brand Cult Tellus , Gabriele joined us to share how she found her first jobs post-uni i...

Introducing... Matt! Matt finally made his podcast debut this week to chat about Teal Triggs' recent research and project Brave New Normal: Intergenerational Mentoring + Women in Graphic Design, his experiences in the industry so far, and to discuss burnout in the creative sector.  Following International Women's Day, we delved into Teal Triggs research: which uncovered that 79% of women in t...

We're back for season 2 of Ginger Yoots podcast! And what a time Season 1 was... we've met design students and aspiring creatives at the Creative Futures 2023 event at Nottingham Trent University, spoken to some wonderful industry professionals (more guest episodes incoming 🤭!), attended the Birmingham Design Christmas social with our West Mids neighbours, and many, many other fun creative e...

Leaving a position as a lead creative to pursue a freelance career at the tail end of a pandemic sounds not for the fainthearted. But this is what Isaac Goode, founder of Studio G , boldly chose to do. We sat down with Isaac to understand his creative journey, how to make a successful living in an industry without 'traditional' training, and why the shower really is a creative's best friend. ...

Hello! We had some time off to celebrate Jesus' bday buuuut... we're back! Hot off the press this week is a review of our New Year's resolutions that we shared in the 12 Days of Yootmas (holding ourselves accountable is the theme for this year), and some trends we're predicting will be part of 2023.  We've also arranged for some really exciting interviews with creatives whose work we love! Th...

Day 3 of Yootmas means you get a bonus episode (annuva one?!)!  We're delving into our Reddit Qs this time, uncovering the terrible advice given to other creatives... what's the worst advice you've ever been given?  Make sure you're on our Instagram @gingeryoots tomorrow to reveal Yootmas Day 4! Don't miss a free gift 🎄 Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/GingerYoots/ 

The Yoots 12 Days of Yootmas kicks off with Dags spilling the tea on what he gets up to with PG Tips (other tea brands are available). 4 minutes of ridiculous chat for your cold Monday morning ☕️  The 12 Days of Yootmas will unfold on Instagram over the next few days, with some surprise launches and free resources (among 11 other goodies) coming your way! See you over there ➡️ @gingeryoots

In this week's podcast, we discuss whether you actually need a degree to become a designer. Debating going at it without a degree? We're also chatting about  other outlets and how to boost your portfolio.  Just want the juicy insights? 0:44 - AI ChatGPT which generates copywriting 6:45 - Working class creatives in the industry 9:37 - Do you actually need a degree? 14:35 - Where to find b...

This week we're chatting about WeTransfer's discovery that creatives are giving up on their dream jobs, the Women's Aid x Corbin Shaw campaign, and debating to niche or not to niche. (We promise we're back to regular scheduling now).  Just want the juicy insights? 0:45 - WeTransfer's Ideas Report 4:55 - Mental Health and the Creative Industries 7:08 - The worst advice you've ever received 8:1...

We've all felt it. That feeling of self doubt. That you are a fraud who has somehow gotten lucky and you will be found out any day. That your work isn't up to snuff—don't stress! We feel it too (and it's very likely your boss does too).  Join us on this episode as we discuss Imposter Syndrome and feelings of creative inadequacy, and how to go about ridding yourself of them. Plus, a shiny new...

In this episode, we talk about all things networking . We discuss the best ways to network as a creative, how to build confidence and whether you are born creative or if it can be learnt.  This episode has loads of useful tips and experiences we wished we knew at the start of our career, it's definitely worth a listen.  Remember to follow us @gingeryoots on Instagram , TikTok , Reddit an...

In this episode, we have a chat about the ups and downs of starting at uni, what we would do differently and how we adapted to work life. Also, we discuss imagining Gordon Ramsey as an afters guest and why we don't recommend connecting with your dates on LinkedIn. Follow us on Instagram , TikTok and join us on Wednesdays for a chinwag🤩🗣