Creative arts, media and design

Creative industries such as journalism, publishing, media and the creative arts are often highly competitive. Gaining media work experience and developing commercial awareness will help you stand out. Get more key advice from employers and successful applicants to set yourself up for success.

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2K Games

Technology +3

2K Games Dublin is a hub passionate about performance marketing, commercial strategy, data engineering and data science/analytics and is part of the 2K Games group of companies.

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Jameson International Graduate Programme

Marketing, advertising & PR +7

The Jameson International Graduate Programme is a programme for those who want to kickstart their career in marketing working for the world’s #1 Irish Whiskey brand. From Bangkok to Belfast, Panama to Paris, you’ll become part of a global family of 60 Brand Ambassadors

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Three Ireland

Accounting & finance +6

We're looking for people who want to make their careers count. We want positive, ambitious candidates with a knack for collaboration. We want energy, and an eagerness to learn from the top talent in technology.

An Post

Management & business +4

Our core purpose is to act for the common good, improving the lives of people in Ireland, now and for generations to come. Our commitment is to deliver high quality and affordable services, supporting communities across the State and respecting the environment.

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Kerry

Accounting & finance +7

Kerry is the world’s leading taste and nutrition partner for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. We innovate with our customers to create great tasting products, with improved nutrition and functionality, while ensuring better impact for the planet.

Musgrave

FMCG +7

Musgrave is Ireland’s leading food retail, wholesale and foodservice company. Together with our retail partners, we support more than 41,000 jobs, in more than 1,400 stores and offices, with combined total retail sales of €5.4 billion

How do I get a graduate job in television?

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Creating a graduate CV and covering letter for media and journalism jobs

Whether you’re applying for a job on a digital platform or want that position with a local newspaper, you need to make sure your CV and covering letter are strong enough to sell your writing skills. While the world of media has changed dramatically, being able to write well and communicate clearly is at the heart of a good career in this business.

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What does it take to make it in the music industry?

We've talked to two people with plenty of music industry experience to find four key traits you'll need for a career in music.

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How do I get a graduate job in television?

It seems that everyone aspires to a graduate job in television but persistent graduates get their foot in the door by doing work experience schemes and staying positive.

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Creating a graduate CV and covering letter for media and journalism jobs

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What does it take to make it in the music industry?

We've talked to two people with plenty of music industry experience to find four key traits you'll need for a career in music.

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How do I get a graduate job in television?

It seems that everyone aspires to a graduate job in television but persistent graduates get their foot in the door by doing work experience schemes and staying positive.

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Kickstarting your creative career

How to get a job in journalism

Careers advice and planning

Entry level graduate jobs in journalism, plus tips on applications and interviews.

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How to get a job in radio

Careers advice and planning

Tips for graduates looking for a job in radio.

Media, journalism & publishing
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Art and design graduates: what to expect after graduation

Careers advice and planning

Career opportunities for art and design graduates: find out about the options for job contracts, self-employment and portfolio working.

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Job opportunities in the creative industries

Careers advice and planning

Tips for art and design graduates on the job opportunities in the creative industries.

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Careers in the esports industry

Areas of work, specialisms and alternatives

If you’ve a passion for gaming, tech skills or a strong interest in social media marketing, then the rapidly growing esports sector could be for you

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#GradStories Rebekah Connolly, Senior Online Content Producer, SpunOut.ie

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What is your name, job title and employer? My name is Rebekah Connolly, I’m a senior online content producer and I work for spunout.ie which is Ireland's youth information website. What are the main t

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The creative job search: networking in the creative industries

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I want to work as a video game developer – part 1: can I get a job in games?

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