The JobPod

Working in the Music industry - Sony Music

In this episode we talk to Daniel Harris, a film and art director who used to work at Sony Music. What we cover: * What is the music industry and how do you break into it * An overview of the "Major Labels" * How is a record label structured, and what are the different roles within them * Who would this be right for? The expectation/ reality * Dan's best tips for getting into this industry We cover so much in the episode. It's a tough industry to tap into if you don't know someone in it already. However, it is possible with hard work and a passion for music. It's clear that people chose this industry because they love it, and are not in it for the money. Dan shares his best advice for someone who wants to get into this world, and the tips could be career saving/ opening. Sony Music UK - https://www.sonymusic.co.uk/careers/internships/ [https://www.sonymusic.co.uk/careers/internships/] Handy links - https://www.theguardian.com/careers/find-job-music-industry [https://www.theguardian.com/careers/find-job-music-industry] Questions and comments – sam@beginanddiscover.com [sam@beginanddiscover.com] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Becoming a Lawyer/ Solicitor

In this episode we talk to Nuri, a newly qualified Lawyer in London. What we cover: * What's the process to becoming a Lawyer/ Solicitor * Why she enjoys it and who this is right for * Other positions within a large law firm (HR to operations etc) * Different type of Law firms * Nuri's best tips and advice for getting into Law and what to expect * Alternative routes into law, rather than direct from a law degree Nuri is exceptionally knowledgable on this topic, and this conversation is perfect for anyone who is considering a career in Law. 100% listen! National careers service - https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/solicitor [https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/solicitor] Handy links - https://www.theguardian.com/careers/becoming-a-solicitor [https://www.theguardian.com/careers/becoming-a-solicitor] Questions and comments – sam@beginanddiscover.com [sam@beginanddiscover.com] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Physicist - CERN with Harry Cliff

In this episode we talk to Harry Cliff, a Physicist at CERN and Author of How to Make an Apple Pie From Scratch. What we cover: * What its like working at CERN * What does it take to become a "Physicist" and what is the typical route to becoming one * Job prospects for a science graduate - working in Academia and Research vs a job in a bank or programming etc. * Harry's best advice for students who love Science. Not only is Harry one of the nicest humans on the planet, and his YouTube videos have gained millions of views, but he's also super knowledgable about options and gives us a fantastic insight to becoming a Physicist. One of the key take aways in this is the options and job prospects you have after completing a science based degree or even a PhD. He even comments on what he was like at school and offers his best advice for students who are considering doing a Science degree. It's all very helpful and a lovely listen. Enjoy! CERN - https://careers.cern/ [https://careers.cern/] Harry's book - https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Make-Apple-Pie-Scratch/dp/1529026199 [https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Make-Apple-Pie-Scratch/dp/1529026199] YoutTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbgme1XF_U51KPbwCrL-XQQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbgme1XF_U51KPbwCrL-XQQ ] Beyond the Higgs - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edvdzh9Pggg [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edvdzh9Pggg] TedTalk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWPFJgLAzu4&t=498s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWPFJgLAzu4&t=498s] National careers service - https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/physicist [https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/physicist] Questions and comments – sam@beginanddiscover.com [sam@beginanddiscover.com] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Met Police - becoming a Police Officer and Detective

In this episode we talk to Alex, a Police Office in the Met Police. What we cover: * What its like working in the Police, realities/ expectations * The different units within and endless options to transfer * Alex's journey into the Police, and his best advice * How to become someone at Luther's level (DCI) If you've ever watched Luther, and thought "How did he get into this position?" Then listen up, as Alex explains perfectly how so. The Police force in the UK is enormous, and the Met Police take care of the London area. Alex has some fantastic insights and tips if you're considering or just curious about getting this career path. It's super super helpful. Met Police Careers - https://www.met.police.uk/car/careers/ [https://www.met.police.uk/car/careers/] Questions and comments - sam@beginanddiscover.com [sam@beginanddiscover.com] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Charity - Bowel Cancer UK

In this episode we talk to Luke Squires, Director of Fundraising at Bowel Cancer UK. What we cover: * What its like working in a charity * Lukes journey into fundraising * How a charity is structured and how it functions * The different opportunities you could do within a charity So, as it happens, you can get paid to work in a charity as Luke rightfully explains and justifies. If you're at a crossroad with working for a company without a purpose, working within a charity could well be the answer for you. Luke's role at Bowel Cancer UK is to help maintain and grow funds for the charity so they can not only exist, but continue to do the brilliant work in research and care they provide. Bowel Cancer UK - https://www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk/ [https://www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk/] Questions and comments - sam@beginanddiscover.com [sam@beginanddiscover.com] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.