Are you looking to shape your career in the creative industries?
Designed for current LCC students and recent graduates, ‘Upgrade Your Future Path’ offers a range of opportunities to connect with industry professionals, receive invaluable advice, and explore your future career options.
What do we offer?
The programme provides support through three key activities:
Industry Mentoring (online/in-person)
You’ll be paired with a dedicated industry mentor working in the design, media, or screen industries. The mentoring journey includes:
- Mentoring training
- Attendance at a launch event
- Regular meetings with your mentor over five months to discuss and explore your career objectives and goals
Mentoring sessions can be conducted in person or online (particularly for those based outside London). The programme runs from January to May.
Rapid Review (online)
Participate in 25-minute online session where an industry advisor will review your CV, website, or reel, and discuss career-related questions.
Speed Networking (in-person)
Engage in career-focused discussions with industry professionals through a speed-dating-style networking session. This is a great opportunity to receive advice and sharpen your networking skills.
Who is the programme for?
The programme is open to:
- Current postgraduate students of LCC
- Current Year 3 undergraduate students of LCC
- LCC graduates (undergraduate and postgraduate) within 0-3 years of completing their studies
How to apply
Interested in taking part? Register your interest for the next round of applications via our online sign-up form and we will get in touch with you.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals who identify with one or more of the following groups:
- People who are Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic (B.A.M.E), or from other groups that experience racism
- Individuals who are deaf, disabled, neurodiverse, or affected by ableism
- Those from economically marginalised communities or living in poverty
- Members of the LGBTQIA+ community
- Women, non-binary individuals, and those of other marginalised genders
- Individuals who are care leavers or caregivers
Key dates for 2025 programme will be announced in October 2024.
Contact
If you have any questions or require further details about the programme, please contact us at graduates@lcc.arts.ac.uk
If you encounter any barriers to participation or have any access requirements, we’re here to help. Feel free to reach out to us via email at the address above.
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