Welcome to Initial Step!
On this channel, we bring you short, engaging conversational interviews where we talk with talented individuals from the creative sector, focusing especially on those who have risen from low socioeconomic or working-class backgrounds.
Our aim? To shine a light on the barriers that often exist when trying to break into creative roles. But more importantly, to showcase inspiring stories of how these challenges can be overcome. Join us as we explore the journeys of remarkable people, learn about their struggles, triumphs, and everything in between. Because no matter where you start, breaking into the creative sector is possible, and we’re here to prove it.
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Welcome to Initial Step!
On this channel, we bring you short, engaging conversational interviews where we talk with talented individuals from the creative sector, focusing especially on those who have risen from low socioeconomic or working-class backgrounds.
Our aim? To shine a light on the barriers that often exist when trying to break into creative roles. But more importantly, to showcase inspiring stories of how these challenges can be overcome. Join us as we explore the journeys of remarkable people, learn about their struggles, triumphs, and everything in between. Because no matter where you start, breaking into the creative sector is possible, and we’re here to prove it.
Make sure to subscribe to avoid missing any episode!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, we sit down with Jai, a senior digital designer at Just Eat, who shares his inspiring journey from a working-class upbringing in Bolton to a thriving career in the design industry. Despite the pressure to follow a traditional academic path, Jai followed his passion for design, supported by his family and a pivotal work experience during university.
Over the past decade, Jai has worked with top companies like Playstation, Disney, and Just Eat, navigating the complexities of class and ethnicity in the creative world. He discusses how his working-class roots and diverse background give him a unique perspective, especially in environments where class divides are less stark.
Join us as Jai reflects on:
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in design, career development, and the intersection of class and ethnicity in creative fields.
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