The Chatty Freelancer

In part 2 of the graduate special I’m joined by three brilliant digital design grads — Mark, Megan and Craig — for a convo that's definitely the grad-to-industry pep talk you didn’t know you needed.

We chat about the projects that lit them up, the ones that tested their sanity, and the magic of being given the freedom to “make whatever the f*ck you want.” From prop-making and posters to 1950's pizza boxes.

But we also get real about the tough stuff. Job hunting. Rejection. The existential crisis of seeing “junior role — 2 years experience.” The looming presence of AI and what it means for new designers. 

Through humour and honesty they talk about resilience, finding your niche, saying yes more often, networking without making it weird, and figuring out where you want to show up in the creative world — online, IRL, or somewhere in between.

We even squeeze in the very important questions: favourite movies, the great brown-sauce-versus-gravy debate, and which pie reigns supreme. (It gets heated. 🥧)

Whether you’re a design student, a recent grad trying to find your feet — this episode is here to leave you feeling inspired, encouraged, and maybe even a tiny bit more optimistic about whatever comes next. 

And if you're an industry professional, consider this your insider look at what new designers are facing right now. 😉

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In part 1 of the graduate special I’m joined by three awesome digital design grads — Josh, Yasmin, and Vince — for a conversation that’s equal parts honest, hilarious, and a proper inside look at life after graduating.

All three made the leap back into education in their late twenties, only to discover a community that felt instantly like home. 

Vince spills on his surprising pivot from UX/UI to filmmaking — all thanks to a super supportive supervisor — while Yasmin chats through the reality of freelancing alongside part-time work and what it actually takes to make that balance work. 👏

We dive into the not-so-glam side of life after graduation too: the job hunt grind, the resilience it demands, and why networking is basically your new best mate. Through plenty of laughs and totally relatable moments, this episode pulls back the curtain on what stepping into the creative world really looks like. 🙌

Whether you’re knee-deep in design studies or already working in the field, expect to walk away feeling seen, inspired, and a little more confident in your own unique creative journey!

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Welcome to the graduate series of the chatty freelancer podcast, a special series where I give recent  graduates from Glasgow Caledonian university a chance to let their personalities shine as they embark into the creative industries!

In this episode I am joined by Luke Ashton, a creative whose passion for design and problem solving really radiates from his reflections on University. Not to mention his movie choice is pretty stellar!

Listen in and be sure to connect with Luke on Linkedin to  check out his amazing work!

Welcome to the graduate series of the chatty freelancer podcast, a special series where I give recent  graduates from Glasgow Caledonian university a chance to let their personalities shine as they embark into the creative industries!

In this episode I am joined by Naomi and Stella! From alphabetic motion graphics to typography zines, these two are amazing designers in their own right!  A love for comic sans, a fear of cats and an unearthed obsession for rock collecting are also among the topics of conversation... don't ask, just listen.

Listen in and be sure to connect with Naomi and Stella on Linkedin to check out their amazing work!

Welcome to the graduate series of the chatty freelancer podcast, a special series where I give recent  graduates from Glasgow Caledonian university a chance to let their personalities shine as they embark into the creative industries!

In this episode I am joined by Michael Mcguigan, a designer who through his university in experience has transformed his approach to design, built incredible friendships and and found his love for UI&UX!

Listen in and be sure to connect with Michael on Linkedin to  check out his amazing work!

Welcome to the graduate series of the chatty freelancer podcast, a special series where I give recent  graduates from Glasgow Caledonian university a chance to let their personalities shine as they embark into the creative industries!

In this episode I am joined by Mirin Thomson, a confident young designer who absolutely loves everything typography and enjoys a wee boogie to get the creative juices flowing.

Listen in and be sure  check out Mirin's amazing work!