Creative Mentorships

Encouraging curiosity

Once upon a time, I promised myself that if I ever became senior, I’d help up-and-comers do the same. Well, I’ve got a few greys now, so it’s no surprise I love mentoring in different programmes or delivering training workshops. 

Client: Edinburgh Napier, Marketing Society

Services: Coaching, training

Contract: Voluntary

Year: Ongoing

Creative Advertising Student (Msc)

This mentorship came from a chance encounter whilst I was on a speaker panel for Napier. Over the course of several months, we went from discussing marketing theory to the minutia of CVs. Best of all? We’re still pals today. 

  • Briefing, collaboration, execution
  • Agency operations overview
  • Creative skill support
  • Career paths
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Interactive Media Design Student (BS Hons.)

An absolute whizz when it comes to UX and human-centred design, our mentorship here primarily on reviewing work and musing about human psychology. Nowadays, he’s a very talented User Experience Consultant.

  • Interpersonal development
  • Portfolio website support
  • In-house shadowing
  • Interview skills
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Marketing Society Member

This mentorship focused on gaining advertising agency employment. Key highlights included a ‘choose your role’ workshop and pointers on networking. They soon went on to snatch an Account Manager role at a top agency.

  • CV & application support
  • Public speaking & networking
  • Agency roles workshop
  • Negotiating salaries
An image of two people having a conversation over coffee.
A neon sign amidst a black backdrop, saying do something great.

Why be a mentor?

Mostly, I do it to keep a promise I made to myself: to be the person I didn't have when I was younger. It's a cliché, but mentoring truly is rewarding. Good way to make pals too.

Training

Similar to coaching, I also offer training workshops for in-house teams that cannot afford an agency retainer or simply want to upskill a junior creative. Give me a shout!

Chris has been a constant source of support and encouragement, pushing me to bring out my best self. He's an incredible asset to any team, and a brilliant mentor.
Jamie LUX Consultant

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