Gradual Podcast
21 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingGradual is a podcast that explores the big questions and challenges that new graduates will face. In each episode, we share unfiltered stories from creative professionals who make a living doing what they love.
Brought to you by Creative Shift, part of UAL's Careers and Employability.
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S3:E7: Alice Skinner, Illustrator and Visual Artist
October 28, 2019 14:35 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MBIn this series we’re focusing on people who have graduated in the last few years, in today’s episode I’m speaking with Alice Skinner an illustrator and visual artist who creates hand-drawn images with a mixture of illustration and typography that questions the status quo and use humour to bring about political change. Alice studied illustration and Visual Media at London College of Communication and graduated 3 years ago. Contact: Website: https://thisisaliceskinner.bigcartel.com/ Instag...
S3:E6: Esme Callaghan
October 21, 2019 06:00 - 25 minutes - 35 MBIn this series we’re focusing on people who have graduated in the last few years, in today’s episode I’m speaking with Esme Callaghan a set designer and illustrator based in London. Esme studied BA Performance Design and Practice at Central Saint Martins and graduated 2 years ago. Contact: Website: https://www.esmecallaghan.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/essycallaghan/ Gradual podcast is brought to you by the University of the Arts London, Careers and Employability. To gi...
S3:E5: Legge_Studios
October 14, 2019 06:00 - 32 minutes - 46.7 MBIn this series we’re focusing on people who have graduated in the last few years, in today’s episode I’m speaking with Langa and Patrick co-founders of Legge Studio a multidisciplinary art and design studio based in South London. Langa and Pat both studied 3D design at Camberwell College of Arts, and whilst Pat graduated 1 year ago, Langa is in fact still a student about to go into his 3rd year. Contact: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leggestudio/ Gradual podcast is brought to yo...
S3:E4: Rayvenn D’Clark
October 07, 2019 06:00 - 26 minutes - 36.6 MBIn this series we’re focusing on people who have graduated in the last few years, in today’s episode I’m speaking with Rayvenn D’Clark a Digital Sculptor, Curator & Writer. Rayvenn studied Fine Art and went on to do an MA, both at Chelsea College of Arts she graduated 1 year ago. Contact: Website: https://www.rayvenn-dclark.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rayvenndclark_art/ Gradual podcast is brought to you by the University of the Arts London, Careers and Employability....
S3:E3: Chinaza Onyechi
September 30, 2019 06:00 - 19 minutes - 28 MBIn this series we’re focusing on people who have graduated in the last few years, in today’s episode I’m speaking with Chinaza Onyechi who studied History at the University of Southampton and went on to start her own video production company, Daughter House. Chinaza graduated 2 year ago. Contact: Website: https://daughterhouse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daughter.house/ Gradual podcast is brought to you by the University of the Arts London, Careers and Employability. T...
S3_E2__Ellie_Pennick
September 23, 2019 06:00 - 35 minutes - 50.4 MBIn this series we’re focusing on people who have graduated in the last few years, in today’s episode I’m speaking with Ellie Pennick a queer, working class artist and founder of Guts Gallery. Ellie studied Fine Art at Chelsea College of Art and graduated 2 years ago. Contact: Website: https://www.gutsgallery.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guts_gallery/ Gradual podcast is brought to you by the University of the Arts London, Careers and Employability. To give us your thou...
S3:E1: Tolu Coker, Fashion Designer & Illustrator
September 16, 2019 06:00 - 26 minutes - 37.9 MBIn this series we’re focusing on people who have graduated in the last few years, in today’s episode I’m speaking with Tolu Coker a British-Nigerian Fashion Designer, Textile Designer and Illustrator. Tolu studied fashion design at Central Saint Martins and graduated 2 years ago. Contact: Website: http://www.tolucoker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tolucoker/ Gradual podcast is brought to you by the University of the Arts London, Careers and Employability. To give us your...
S2: E7: Tolani Shoneye, Content Creator
April 15, 2019 06:00 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MBIn today’s episode, Tolani Shoneye, content creator, who graduated from Brunel University, about making the shift from university to the working world, leaving your dream job, and the importance of prioritising happiness over money. Contact Tolani: Website: https://www.tolani-shoneye.com/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/tolly_t Twitter: https://twitter.com/tolly_t Gradual podcast is brought to you by University of the Arts London, Careers and Employability To give us your ...
S2: E6: Abraham and Maksimilian, co-founder of Pop Up Agency
April 08, 2019 06:00 - 26 minutes - 35.9 MBIn today’s episode, I’m speaking with Abraham and Maksimilian, who graduated from Hyper Island, about starting an agile business, establishing a process as soon as possible, and the importance of democratising creativity. Contact PopUp: Website: www.thepopupagency.co Instagram: @abrahamasefaw / @mksimilian / @thepopupagency Twitter: https://twitter.com/thepopupagency Gradual podcast is brought to you by University of the Arts London, Careers and Employability To give us you...
S2: E5: Emma Ledger, Co-founder of Poor Lass Magazine
April 01, 2019 06:00 - 32 minutes - 44 MBIn today’s episode, I have a phone call conversation (so please forgive the sound quality) with Emma Ledger, who graduated from Sheffield Hallam University, about working-class dignity, how to get a graduate job, and trusting that what you learn at University will eventually be used, professionally. Contact Emma: Website: https://poorlass.com/ Instagram: @imemledger / @poorlasszine Twitter: https://twitter.com/poorlasszine Gradual podcast is brought to you by University of the Ar...
S2: E4: Kerry Campbell, founding director and curator of TMT Projects
March 25, 2019 07:00 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MBIn today’s episode, I have a phone call conversation (so please forgive the sound quality) with Kerry Campbell, who graduated from Royal College of Arts, about working-class aesthetics, the importance of being paid for your time and work, and how to create an exhibition with little to no money. Contact Kerry: Website: hthttp://www.kerrycampbelltmt.com/ Instagram: hhttps://www.instagram.com/kerry_campbelltmt/ Gradual podcast is brought to you by University of the Arts London, Ca...
S2: E3: Salma Bégum, Literary Assistant at The Good Literary Agency
March 18, 2019 07:00 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MBIn today’s episode, Salma Begum, who graduated from University College London, talks about growing up Bengalis, not compromising who you are at work, and her job as a book-literary agent for The Good Literary Agency. Contact Salma: Twitter: https://twitter.com/salmabe9 LinkedIn: Salma Bégum Contact TGLA: Website: https://www.thegoodliteraryagency.org/ witter: https://twitter.com/thegoodagencyuk Gradual podcast is brought to you by University of the Arts London, Careers and Employa...
S2: E2: Ibrahim and Jide, co-founders of Guap
March 11, 2019 07:21 - 34 minutes - 46.8 MBIn today’s episode, Ibrahim and Jide, who both graduated from Kent University, talks about how they started Guap magazine (the world’s first video magazine), the lessons they’ve learnt growing their business, and why it’s important to just start and adjust along the way. Contact Guap: Website: http://www.guap.co.uk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/GUAPMAG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/GUAPMAG/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GUAPmag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/gua...
S2 E1: Paula Akpan, Freelance Journalist & Director of Black Girl Festival
March 04, 2019 08:14 - 39 minutes - 54.4 MBIn this season we’re going to be hearing from creatives who graduated from universities across the UK and beyond; in today’s episode, Paula Akpan, who graduated from Nottingham University, talks about collaborating with friends, putting on events and why it’s important not to wait for anyone's permission. You can contact Paula Akpan on: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @paulaakpan Instagram: @paulaakpan Gradual podcast is brought to you by University of the Arts London, C...
S1:E6: Charlie Craggs, Trans activist, Author, and Founder of Nail Transphobia
August 01, 2018 09:19 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MBIn this episode, Charlie Craggs, Trans activist, Author, and Founder of Nail Transphobia, shares her career story, the challenges of her identity and best advice on how we can all make a living doing what we love. Charlie studied BA Creative Direction for Fashion at London College of Fashion and can be contacted via: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Charlie_Craggs/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Charlie_Craggs Please subscribe, rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts becau...
S1: E5: Abi Wright, Curator, and Creative Director at Abi Wright Designs
July 23, 2018 11:47 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this episode, Abi Wright, Graphic Designer and Creative Director at Abi Wright Designs, gives us practical advice on how to thrive in the creative industry as a freelancer, the highs and lows, and much more. Abi studied BA Graphic and Media Design at London College of Communication and can be contacted via: Website: https://www.abiwrightdesign.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loa__d/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/loa__d Please subscribe, rate and review us wherever you list...
S1: E4: Nam Tran, Ceramicist, and founder of Cernamic
July 12, 2018 10:24 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this episode, Nam Tran, Ceramicist and founder of Cernamic, shares his unique route into the profession, fundamental steps to gaining employment, and the key lessons on becoming a successful Ceramicist too. Nam studied BA Ceramics at Central Saint Martins and can be contacted via: Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.cernamic.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cernamic/ Please subscribe, rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts because it really does help...
S1: E3: Rachel Louise Brown, Photographer, and Photography Director of Harper's Bazaar (UK)
June 29, 2018 14:47 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MBIn this episode, Rachel Brown, Photography Director of Harper's Bazaar (UK), tells us about her journey into photography, her photography methods, and advice on how you can become a professional photographer. Rachel studied BA Photography at London College of Communication, University of Arts London, and can be contacted via: Website: https://www.rachel-brown.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachellouisebrown1/ Please subscribe, rate and review us wherever you listen to podcas...
S1: E2: Niran Vinod, Product Strategist at Facebook Instagram
June 29, 2018 14:38 - 31 minutes - 42.6 MBIn this episode, Niran Vinod, Product Strategist at Facebook/Instagram, shares his career journey (so far), insights on being a 'token' brown guy, and advice on how you can enter the creative/tech industry too. Niran studied BA Creative Advertising Strategy at London College of Communication, and can be contacted on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/niranvinod Linkedin: Niran Vinod Please subscribe, rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts because it really does help others find ...
S1: E1: Florence Adepoju, Cosmetic Scientist and founder of MDM Flow
June 29, 2018 14:28 - 30 minutes - 42 MBIn this episode, Florence Adepoju’s tells us about her journey since graduation, the ups and downs, advice and tips, and how she makes a living in the creative industry doing what she loves. Florence is a graduate from BA Cosmetic Science, London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London, and can be found on: Website: https://mdmflow.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mdmflow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdmflow/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mdmflow Please subs...