Pauline Tait will be discussing different routes, roles and entry for graduates from any degree discipline.
Working for The National Trust 11am-Midday
Curator, Andrew Barber will talk about his experience of working for The National Trust and the role of a Curator.
Writing history for academic and other readerships: three perspectives Midday-1pm
In this session, Helen Smith will be talking about writing and publishing a first academic monograph, Laura Fernandez-Gonzalez on collaborative written and digital projects and Paul Stephenson on writing academic history for non-academic readers.
The Role of Management within Heritage – IBCC 1pm-2pm
Nicky Barr and Chris Heighton will discuss developments and opportunties within heritage through the International Bomber Command Centre projects in Lincolnshire.
Applying to Graduate Training Schemes 2pm-3pm
Lynda Crosby from Careers and Employability will be discussing the structure and type of schemes available along with the application process.
Historic England – A Career in Ruins? 3pm-4pm
East Midlands Regional Director for Historic England Anthony Streeton will discuss different roles within Historic England and his own career path.
Lincoln School of Film and Media – Wednesday 11th November
The Platform, Students’ Union and EMMTEC
Video, Photography and Animation company Electric Egg discuss the use of a showreel within the application process and top tips.
To attend this session, it is essential that you have signed up to the Lincoln Award. Please note that if you have not done prior to the event, you will not be able to attend. To sign up please, see the Lincoln Award website at https://www.lincolnsu.com/lincolnaward.
Meet the Graduates 1pm-4pm – EMMTEC
Meet the Graduates from Lincoln School of Film and Media and hear about a range of exciting careers linked to film, tv, radio, photography, animation and more. Booking is not essential for this event.
School of English and Journalism – Thursday 12th November
University Library – Ground floor
Teacher Training with The University of Lincoln 11am-Midday
Thinking about teaching? This talk will cover different routes available and the application process.
Working in Print Publishing Midday-1pm
Tim Hartley, Editor at Morton’s Media, will discuss careers within magazine publishing and his own career path.
Stu the Copywriter 1pm-2pm
In this talk Stu will discuss the copywriting process and his experience working with some of the largest and most creative ad agencies in the UK including world wide famous campaigns such as Monty the penguin by John Lewis and Vinne the panda from Fox’s biscwits.
To attend this session, it is essential that you have signed up to the Lincoln Award. Please note that if you have not done prior to the event, you will not be able to attend. To sign up please, see the Lincoln Award website at https://www.lincolnsu.com/lincolnaward.
Working in Public Relations 2pm-3pm
Jez Ashberry from Shooting Star PR will discuss the different roles within public relations and his own career path.
Thinking about Freelance Working and Self Employment 3pm-4pm
Sparkhouse Studios will discuss the basics of self employment, pros and cons plus support on offer.
School of Architecture and Design – Friday 13th November
Various (see individual events)
John Assael will discuss his specialism area and career progression. His particular interest in architecture is in designing mixed used schemes in urban areas, many of which include important listed buildings or are in conservation areas.
Creative CVs and Portfolios 2pm-3pm – Library 1.5
Web and Print Design Agency Brand Four will discuss creative CVs and applications from their experience of recruiting designers.
Interested in Post Graduate Study? 3pm-4pm – Library 1.5
This session will cover issues such as funding post graduate study, subject choices and career routes.
Contact and get involved
If you would like more information or have any questions, please email Helen McCarron, Careers & Employability Adviser, at hmccarron@lincoln.ac.uk or John-Paul Dickie, College of Arts Officer, at artsofficer@lincolnsu.com.
Get involved on Twitter and join the conversation – #UoLCCF
If you attended a Creative Careers Festival talk and need your Lincoln Award booklet signing, please visit the Lincoln Award drop-in, which is located in the first floor of the Students’ Union from week beginning November 16th between 10am and 3pm.
