{"id":95,"date":"2026-01-16T11:55:37","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T11:55:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/saa-student-news\/?p=95"},"modified":"2026-01-16T11:55:37","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T11:55:37","slug":"breaking-into-the-creative-industries-how-to-make-your-application-stand-out","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/saa-student-news\/2026\/01\/16\/breaking-into-the-creative-industries-how-to-make-your-application-stand-out\/","title":{"rendered":"Breaking Into The Creative Industries \u2013 How To Make Your Application Stand Out"},"content":{"rendered":"

Last month, alongside other events as part of the Creative Industries Series, the\u00a0<\/span>Careers and Employability Service<\/span><\/a>\u00a0(CES) hosted an event providing guidance on how to break into the creative industries and how to make your application stand out.\u00a0\u00a0This featured alongside their other event,\u00a0<\/span>Finding Work Experience In The Creative Industries<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u00a0missed out on\u00a0the\u00a0Breaking\u00a0Into\u00a0The\u00a0Creative Industries \u2013 How\u00a0To\u00a0Make Your Application Stand Out,\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0worry,\u00a0we reached out to the team\u00a0for some information about\u00a0the session.\u00a0Take a look\u00a0at the below,\u00a0which provides some handy guidance and advice:\u00a0<\/span>
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Careers in the creative industries\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0follow a straight line \u2014 and\u00a0that\u2019s\u00a0completely normal. Many roles are freelance, project-based\u00a0or part-time, especially in a sector with lots of small, fast-moving businesses. For students and graduates, this means your CV\u00a0isn\u2019t\u00a0just a list of jobs \u2014\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0your chance to show potential,\u00a0creativity\u00a0and motivation.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Before you apply, slow down and prepare. Research the organisation properly<\/strong>: what do they create, what do they value, and where do you fit in? Employers want to see that you\u00a0understand their work and can explain why\u202fyou want to be part of it. A rushed, generic application is easy to spot \u2014 and easy to reject.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Your CV is your personal marketing tool. Keep it clear,\u00a0focused\u00a0and relevant, highlighting skills and experiences that match the role. Use examples and numbers to bring your achievements to life<\/strong>, whether\u00a0that\u2019s\u00a0a university project, part-time\u00a0job\u00a0or creative portfolio. For creative roles, your interests, side\u00a0projects\u00a0and coursework can be just as powerful as paid experience.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A strong cover letter can pull everything together. This is where you show enthusiasm,\u00a0personality\u00a0and direction. Explain why this role matters to you<\/strong>, what excites you about the organisation, and how your skills could add value. Tailoring each letter takes time, but\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0a great and effective way to stand out.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Finally,\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0wait for opportunities to come to you<\/strong>. Speculative applications,\u00a0networking\u00a0and curiosity-led conversations can open unexpected doors. In the creative industries, confidence,\u00a0preparation\u00a0and persistence are just as important as talent.<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t\u00a0forget, if you missed out and would like some more career guidance and support, you\u00a0can\u00a0always reach out to the Careers and Employability team to book an appointment. You can also take advantage of all the workshops, events and career tools and resources the team have on offer. To find out more about click\u00a0<\/span>here<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is the Creative Industries Employability Series?<\/span><\/b>
\nThe Creative Industries Employability series features industry professionals and the University of Kent\u2019s\u202f<\/span>Careers and Employability Service<\/span><\/a>\u202fand has\u00a0featured some\u00a0great events\u202facross the Autumn term. The sessions are open to all students in SAA and are designed to\u202fprovide\u202fvaluable insights into a wide range of creative careers and support the development of practical skills. To find out more about\u00a0any future\u00a0upcoming events,\u00a0please contact Dr Angie\u202fVarakis-Martin,\u202f<\/span>A.Varakis@kent.ac.uk<\/span><\/a>\u202f(SAA Employability Lead)\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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