What's Next? Danielle • Songwriter

Cora graduated from ICMP's BA Songwriting course and now works at as a Social Media ManagerIn this episode, Cora chats through handling your finances, balancing work and music and working in the creative field. Key advice for creatives from Cora: "I would always encourage everyone to try out different things. Try different genres, try different styles [...] It teaches you different things."

Isaac graduated from ICMP's BA Creative Musicianship and now works at a major label as part of their Digital TeamIn this episode, Isaac chats through being a self starter, working relationships and chasing your curiosity. Key advice for creatives from Isaac: "Chase your curiosity first, because that'll lead you to your passions [...] There's always a direction to go"' 

Evangelista graduated from ICMP's BA Songwriting and now works as a songwriter and personal assistant for an artist managerIn this episode, Evangelista chats through navigating working life after graduating, not being afraid to start over and making connections. Key advice for creatives from Evangelista: "Meet as many people as possible [...] It's a very people focused industries and opportunities come from people and friends. [...] Music is a really important part of it - but so are the connections' 

Chris graduated from ICMP's Masters programme and now works as a session musicianIn this episode, Chris chats through balancing work and life, as well as building your skills as a session musicianKey advice for creatives from Chris: 'Regardless of how much they're paying you, you sometimes have to make a judgement whether you can physically or mentally be able to be prepared for it'.

Danielle graduated from ICMP's Higher Diploma in Music Performance and now works as a songwriterIn this episode, Danielle chats through navigating the music industry and building your skills as a songwriterKey advice for creatives from Danielle: 'Don't let excuses stop you from moving forward in the game'

Peter graduated from ICMP's BA Creative Music Production and now works as a producerIn this episode, Peter chats through navigating the producing world though collaboration and networking.Key advice for creatives from Peter: “If you’re brave enough and you really want to make your way into the industry, make yourself known.” 

Diego graduated from ICMP's BMus Popular Music Performance and now works as a sound designerIn this episode, Diego chats through widening his creative horizons and the world of a Sound Designer. Key advice for creatives from Diego: "Not doing what I thought I wanted to do gave me the opportunity to do other things, widen my horizons and improve my skillset."

Natalie graduated from ICMP's BA Creative Musicianship and now works as a artist, performer and part-time barista.In this episode, Natalie chats through balancing music and work, performing and becoming an artist. Key advice for creatives from Natalie: 'It's fine to change plans [...] it's about what you want to do with your life. I don't think there's a big rush to figure things out'

Joy graduated from ICMP's MA Songwriting and now works as a music teacher, and an artist. In this episode, Joy chats through juggling different creative jobs successfully and managing your time effectively. Key advice for creatives from Joy: 'Just create. I spent way too many years being afraid to put my stuff out there and I kept comparing myself to other music producers. [...] Don't worry about anyone else, if you want something done, do it yourself.'

Marika graduated from ICMP's BA Music Business and Entrepreneurship and now works as a music publishing assistantIn this episode, Marika chats through their new internship and applying for jobs after graduation Key advice for creatives from Marika: For interviews, prepare questions and let your personality shine through.