Creative Opportunities blog

The top 5 roles jobseekers applied for on Creative Opportunities 2024/25

While the 2025/26 academic year has begun, let’s look at the top 5 roles that students and graduates hit the apply button for from 2024/25 on Creative Opportunities.  Artist Studio Admin Assistant  Applications: 988  By an undisputed amount of apply now clicks, this role was top of your applications … for a second year in … Continued

Come to our Careers Fair! 

Curious about where your creative degree could lead? Whether you’re just starting out, nearing the finish line, or have recently graduated, gaining hands-on experience is the best way to turn what you love into what you do.  Come along to the University of the Arts London’s Careers and Employability Fair on Wednesday 22 October 2025 at Central Saint Martins! It’s your chance … Continued

The Leap: Student to CEO

Taking that first step into the real world can feel totally overwhelming. But guess what? Every incredible career started exactly where you are right now—with a dream and the courage to jump. To prove it’s possible, we’re super excited to bring you the story of the amazing Sharon Rodrigues! This London College of Fashion grad (MA … Continued

How to feel more confident when job hunting

As the academic year has come to an end, looking for work experiences to jumpstart your professional career becomes more enticing. Here is a small guide for things to keep in mind as you begin looking for opportunities and going to interviews!   What’s your story? Prepare/practise your own intro Include a fun fact about … Continued

Updates to UK visa schemes international students should be aware of

The UK immigration landscape has gone through some changes in 2025 as the labour government proposes updates to visa schemes that may impact international students seeking to stay in the country after graduation.   Proposed changes to the graduate visa The graduate visa is the most common visa students obtain after they graduate as it … Continued