Career Chat

When Emily Abel started journalism classes at Utah State University, it didn’t feel like the right fit. But after a few different try’s she settled on Technical Communications. Today, Emily shares what helped her prepare for her job as an associate editor of LDS Living on-line magazine. She also breaks down the writing process and the value of a good editor. Finally, Emily shares an experience she had interviewing a Syrian refugee that led her to getting the story published through LDS Charities.

Links:

Liahona Magazine- https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ya-weekly/2020/11/relying-on-others-testimonies-isnt-a-crutch-its-a-gift?lang=eng

Emily’s Blog-https://heydeargirls.weebly.com/

LDS Living Magazine- https://www.ldsliving.com/The-Bread-Doctor-Why-a-small-town-doctor-opened-a-bakery-for-his-daughter-with-Down-syndrome/s/93004

LDS Living Magazine- https://www.ldsliving.com/Why-I-believe-in-a-God-that-gives-us-flowers/s/93090?fbclid=IwAR2ZozAKqmIGVMp05XKbvBXtg8o08-1cG356rmOZSSNMV4NVZW3gzJbjlpg

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Seth Hippen has spent his career working in character animation for some big-name studios, including Sony Pictures, Warner Brothers, and Big Sky Studios. In this episode, Seth explains the difference between 2D and 3D animation, why specializing is important, and the names of some of his favorite projects, including movies and video games. We’ll discuss his experience in BYU’s animation program, which included an internship on The Simpsons that he found himself. With 20+ years of experience in the business, Seth talks candidly about the pros and cons of moving from studio work to freelancing and how Covid might provide a silver lining for the industry.

Links:

Lucas the Spider- https://youtube.com/c/lucasthespider

Animation Mentor- https://www.animationmentor.com/mobile/

iAnimate-http://ianimate.net

BYU Animation Department- https://www.animation.byu.edu/home

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Brek Bolton developed a love for weather as an 8th grader in Taylorsville, UT. His science teacher was a local climatologist who also did TV weather. This inspired Brek to pursue meteorology in college and get his start with local TV stations. Now Brek does weekend weather with Fox 13 in SLC, UT. We’ll discuss two paths to TV weather, the evolution of the industry and why you shouldn’t just rely on your weather app!

Links:

Fox 13- https://www.fox13now.com

Brek’s Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/brekbolt

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When Lauryn Hock was recovering from foot surgery in 2013, she started a blog about her life. Even after she began her career as a high school resource teacher at a low income school, she continued blogging, honing her photography and personal style. Today, Lauryn has 35,000 followers as a social medial influencer @lauryncakes. Join me to hear how Lauryn made the transition to full-time influencer, what products she loves and how the industry works.

Links:

Lauryn’s blog— https://lauryncakes.com

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Norma Lloyd spent the majority of her business career in marketing/advertising, including positions at local broadcast stations KSL and KJZZ TV. But she didn’t start out knowing that’s what she wanted. Norma’s shares how she found a fulfilling career by trying different options. She also shares the changes she’s seen in work culture, the important role golf can play for women in business, and how to call out sexism with humor.

Today I’m talking with Rosalyn Eves, author of the YA trilogy Blood Rose Rebellion and professor of rhetoric at Southern Utah University in Cedar City, UT. Rosalyn shares why she started writing fiction, how she found an agent and how long it took to get her first novel published. She also opens up about the challenges of balancing writing, teaching and family life. Join me!

Links:

Rosalyn’s Website-

http://www.rosalyneves.com

Storymaker’s Conference-

https://ldstorymakersconference.com

Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert-

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24453082-big-magic

Query Tracker (how to find a literary agent)-

https://querytracker.net

Southern Utah University-

https://www.suu.edu

Today on Career Chat I talk with Craig Gordon, forecaster and media coordinator with the Utah Avalanche Center. Craig has done Avalance control for Brighton Ski Area since the mid 1980’s and been a helicopter ski guide. Craig shares his enthusiasm for all things snow, including what brought him to Utah and how he developed a global education program (Know Before You Go) after a deadly avalanche in 2003. He also shares his biggest takeaway from the Millcreek avalanche (Feb. 6) and his top tips for being prepared. Don’t miss this one!

Links:

https://utahavalanchecenter.org

https://kbyg.org

https://www.ksl.com/article/50106717/final-report-on-fatal-millcreek-canyon-avalanche-documents-heroic-effort-video-shows-current-danger

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=oAc-gLLWij8

Today I talk with Jared Huber, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Hospitalist at the University of Utah and Huntsman Cancer Institute. After growing up in a small Idaho town, Jared decided to pursue medicine after job shadowing his soccer coach, who was also a doctor. 

Jared’s career story is intertwined with his wife Nancy, who went to PA school at the same time. In this episode, Jared shares how they make dual medical careers work with their 3 young sons.  He also explains what it’s like treating cancer patients and the silver linings he sees every day. Finally, Jared’s perspective on medical training, cancer treatments and work/life balance is really valuable.  Join me!

Links:

https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/

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When Scottie Rigby got a job as a receptionist at a health imaging center in Park City, UT, she wasn’t planning on a long term career there. But after working with the ultrasound technicians and seeing their fulfilling work, Scottie decided to become one one herself. In this episode, Scottie shares her career story, one that involved going back to school and getting into a competitive program. She also talks about the skills she uses every day and the one type of patient that always makes her emotional. Join me!

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Today I’m talking with my amazing sister in law Rachel Huber. Rachel loved learning from a young age, even as her family lived in 3 different countries growing up. After a busy life as a wife and mother to 8 children, Rachel decided it was time to further her education. She went back to school to earn her doctorate in online education and now works at BYU Idaho. We’ll talk about some of her experiences growing up, her love of motherhood, and her transition to full time student and eventually full-time career. Rachel also shares advice for moms consider going back to school and for anyone looking for that big career break.

Links:

https://www.byui.edu/devotionals/rachel-huber

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