FOR EMPLOYERS: Exhibit at the Creative Opportunities Unlocked: Careers Fair! Wednesday 23 October 2024
Applications for our 2024 Careers Fair are now open. UAL has over 23,000 creative students on the cutting edge of cultural life in London. They are seeking a variety of flexible work whilst they study or alongside their creative practice, as well as internships, and permanent and graduate-level roles after they finish. Our careers fair is open to students and graduates from UAL’s 6 renowned Colleges studying art, design, fashion, communications, media and performance subjects.

Creative Opportunities blog

  • Becky Moriarty, 2021 MA Illustration, Camberwell College of Arts, UAL | Photograph: Alys Tomlinson
    Top 5 Opportunities students applied for in 2022/23 

    A brand-new term at UAL has kicked off, welcoming a wave of fresh faces, while another group of graduates have stepped proudly into their next adventures! Ever wondered where their UAL journey led them? What exciting paths did they choose?  Hold onto your hats, because when it comes to job pursuits, our final year students … Continued

  • Robot portrait by Eloisa Matias, Intro/Outro exhibition © Lewis Bush
    Unlocking the power of AI for jobseekers and employers

    Imagine your dream employer reading your cover letter and CV for a job you feel will launch your career to give you the life and opportunity you’ve wanted since starting University.  As the employer reads through, they happily tick every box on their requirements checklist and add you to the shortlist. Near the end, the … Continued

  • Students working, Central Saint Martins Library © Ana Blumenkron
    Entering competitions – is it worth it?

    What a rollercoaster ride it’s been during the pandemic, right? Despite COVID’s impact on job availability, we’ve got your back at Creative Opportunities! We’re here to support you and offer fantastic options to kickstart your creative careers.   Unlike traditional paths like medicine or law, the creative world offers diverse opportunities. We’re committed to providing … Continued

  • Private View, Show 2 © Vic Philips
    How to make freelancing a success for you

    If you’re thinking about diving into the exciting world of freelancing, then you’ve come to the right place. Did you know that 23% of all roles advertised on Creative Opportunities in 2021/22 were freelance? Compared to other industries, the creative sector boasts a higher percentage of freelancers. However, many freelancers face burn out as they … Continued

  • Students working together to set up for their final show © Alys Tomlinson
    Time management – how to balance getting a job and studying and networking

    Have you ever felt overwhelmed balancing both studying and working a job? Fear not, we’re here to support you! Let’s dive into our practical time management tips to unlock your full potential.  Prioritise like a pro Have you ever heard of the Pareto principle? It’s the idea that 80% of your results come from just … Continued