Ian Perrell: Architect
Ian reveals how a career in architecture begins with creativity and a blank page. From early inspiration to leading major projects, his journey shows how imaginative ideas can transform concepts into buildings that shape the future.
Zoe Eliasson: Pub owner
Zoe shares how she turned a hospitality job at 16 into owning two successful pubs. From working on the Harry Potter films as a make-up artist to building thriving local businesses, her journey proves hospitality can be a real and rewarding career.
Paul Jackson: Conductor
Paul shares how a lifelong passion for music can lead to an unexpected and rewarding career. From studying creative subjects to working with the Royal Air Force, his journey challenges the idea that creativity isn’t academic or valuable.
Sets Appeal: Designing Worlds from the Ground Up
SetsAppeal are production and set designers who create visual environments for adverts, film, and events - from redesigning real interiors to building full-scale sets from scratch. Starting with creative concepts and mood boards, ideas are developed through sketches and 3D design before being brought to life by construction teams.
Their work highlights the importance of creative problem-solving, collaboration, and flexibility, showing how creative skills and following your passions can lead to exciting career opportunities.
Rupert Majendie, Chief Creative Officer
Rupert shares how originality, experimentation, and saying yes to small opportunities helped build his career in comedy. He shows how creative subjects develop confidence, collaboration, and innovation that can lead to success in any field.
Amelia Hamilton, Head of Community for Plannex
Amelia always saw herself as creative, but never expected it to lead to a career in finance. She shares how podcasts, writing, events, and a love of drama helped her build a unique and award-winning path.
Gail Beard, Personal Carer
Starting her career in a nursery setting, Gail has supported children in special needs education and now provides one-to-one care. She explains how creativity, empathy, and problem-solving help people with different abilities reach their full potential.
Shyala Smith, Marketing Manager
Shyala, Marketing Manager at Raindance Film School, shares how curiosity, storytelling, and adaptability shaped her career journey. From copywriting to books and screenplays, she explores creativity’s growing role in marketing, education, and AI.
Susanne Morrell, Senior Communications Manager
Susanne, Senior Communications Manager in the pharmaceutical industry, shares how imagination, adaptability, and visual thinking have shaped her global career. Her story shows how creative skills can open doors, solve complex challenges, and drive success across industries.
Maxine Cox, Project Manager for Robotic Surgery
From recipe development to managing NHS robotic surgery programmes, Maxine reveals how creativity powers even the most science-led careers. She shows how curiosity, communication, and human skills create opportunities and prove innovation starts with creative thinking.
Rebecca Friedrich, Visual Events Designer
Rebecca has designed for global stages, from the Paralympics to Pepsi campaigns with Beyoncé and J.Lo. She shares how creativity drives event design, business leadership, and problem-solving, and why these skills matter more than ever today.
Emma Mackintosh, Glass Artist
Emma shares how creativity shaped her journey from studying science and languages to running two successful brands. Her story highlights how adaptability, curiosity, and problem-solving can unlock opportunities in business, life, and career growth.
Audra Gill, Head of Creative Industries, Arts and Humanities Research Council
Audra Gill traces her “squiggly” career path from physical geography to the Arts and Humanities Research Council. She explains how music, drama, and creative confidence helped shape her journey and why creativity is a skill everyone needs.
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