Meet Allison Robison, the Executive General Manager of People and Culture at Cricket Australia. Allison leads recruitment and culture for one of the nation's most iconic sports organisations, helping build teams that bring cricket to life. Her insights into hiring practices, including strategies for acing interviews and crafting standout applications, are invaluable.With a background in senior roles at National Australia Bank and board positions at Swimming Australia and Athletics Victoria, Allison has a wealth of experience in people management and recruitment strategies. She has also been a driving force in promoting the importance of relationships and networking in career success.If you're a young job hunter seeking to break into the competitive sports industry without the anxiety of endless rejections, Allison’s advice will help you approach the job hunt with confidence. Learn about avoiding job-hunting mistakes, crafting compelling applications, and networking your way to opportunities in sport.We cover:(8:27) - Introduction to Alison Robison and her role(11:45) - Key strategies for standing out in job applications(14:30) - Understanding the recruitment process at Cricket Australia(18:00) - Networking: The cornerstone of career success(21:10) - Building relationships within the sports industry(25:00) - Role of AI in recruitment and its implications(28:45) - How to tailor resumes to job descriptions effectively(32:15) - Tips for succeeding in behavioural interviews(36:00) - Importance of showcasing personality and passion(39:10) - Final advice for navigating job applicationsIf you like this ep, give these a go next:#1: Ex-ICC T20 World Cup 2020, HR Manager | Ally Dirkis#110: Ex-Golf Australia, People & Culture Manager | Daniel Simons#128: Netball Australia, GM People & Culture | Kimberlee Furness#155: Australian Sports Commission, HR Business Partner | Adam Kyle*-Follow SportsGrad on LinkedIn, Instagram or TikTok -Follow Reuben Williams on LinkedIn, Instagram or TikTok -Subscribe to the SportsGrad newsletter for job and networking opportunities -Become a SportsGrad Member to shortcut your next job in sportBig thanks to Deakin University for making this episode possible. Check out their Master of Sport Management, ranked #1 in Australia.Thanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Sam Waring, a Strategy Consultant at Gemba. Sam assists brands like Coca-Cola, McDonald’s and Netflix with with their sponsorship strategy across sports and entertainment.Before he was mixing in the big leagues, Sam started his journey as a Marketing Intern with the NZ Breakers before making his way to Australia. After getting rejected for his current role once, Sam stepped away and addressed his skill gaps, only to return and land his dream job.Sam’s story is packed with advice on overcoming rejections, staying persistent, and building your skillset. If you’re eager to understand the behind-the-scenes of a career in sports marketing and strategy, you’re going to love this episode with Sam.We cover:(6:57) - Introduction to Sam's career and journey(11:23) - Breaking into the sports industry and early experiences(16:45) - Challenges of landing jobs in competitive sports roles(21:30) - Importance of sponsorships in sports marketing(27:15) - Developing strategies for brand partnerships(33:00) - Insights into working with high-profile clients like Coca-Cola(38:20) - Bridging creative and commercial strategies(43:50) - How agency work differs from in-house roles(48:30) - Examples of successful sports campaigns(54:00) - Advice on networking and career growth in sports*If you like this ep, give these a go next:#175: Gemba, Senior Strategy Consultant | Oliver Gilbert#287: MKTG Sports + Entertainment, Sponsorship Manager | Jeffery Leong#99: Octagon UK, Managing Director | Joel Seymour-Hyde#236: Sports Marketing Consultant | Danny Bowerin*-Follow SportsGrad on LinkedIn, Instagram or TikTok -Follow Reuben Williams on LinkedIn, Instagram or TikTok -Subscribe to the SportsGrad newsletter for job and networking opportunities -Become a SportsGrad Member to shortcut your next job in sportBig thanks to Deakin University for making this episode possible. Check out their Master of Sport Management, ranked #1 in Australia.Thanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Stella Barry, a Social Media Producer for both the Australian Open and the Paris 2024 Olympics. Stella’s work involves creating engaging social media content, where at the Paris 2024 Olympics, she managed influencer partnerships and creatively leveraged trends to engage younger audiences.With previous experience working at IMG Academy and Nebraska University, Stella’s social media expertise was honed through hands-on roles where she developed content and learned video production, storytelling, and athlete engagement. Her experiences, including working with major global sporting events, provided her with unique insights into the world of digital content in sports.If you're struggling to break into the sports industry, Stella’s journey offers valuable advice on the power of networking, resilience in the face of rejection, and the importance of gaining diverse experiences. Discover how Stella overcame rejection and used her background in tennis to build a successful career in social media. This interview is perfect for anyone looking to avoid the frustrations of job rejections and gain insights on how to succeed in sports media.We cover:(08:34) - Introduction to Stella Barry and her background(14:02) - Stella’s journey to working with Paris 2024(20:14) - Challenges of moving to Paris and working in sports media(27:35) - Insights from working with global sports teams and organisations(34:46) - Dealing with language barriers in international roles(41:12) - Strategic approaches in content creation for major sports events(48:19) - Stella’s experience working as a TikTok host(55:43) - Managing partnerships and collaborations(01:01:29) - Highlights from interacting with athletes at the Olympics(01:08:10) - Future goals and the impact of Olympic experienceIf you like this ep, give these a go next:#170: Cricket Australia, Social Media Producer | Emily Collin#197: Australian Grand Prix Corporation, Social Media Producer | Sophie Ries#286: GWS Giants, Head of Content | Jacob Gaynor-Follow SportsGrad on LinkedIn, Instagram or TikTok-Follow Reuben Williams on LinkedIn, Instagram or TikTok-Subscribe to the SportsGrad newsletter for job and networking opportunities-Become a SportsGrad Member to shortcut your next job in sportBig thanks to Deakin University for making this episode possible. Check out their Master of Sport Management, ranked #1 in Australia.Thanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Angus Yeates, a Management Graduate at Adidas based in Melbourne. Angus’ traineeship has introduced him to multiple parts of Adidas' operations, including category planning, e-commerce, and digital wholesale, where he manages the brand’s presence on Amazon. His role involves optimising product placements, managing retailer partnerships, and driving Adidas’ digital growth in the region. With a career spanning various roles, from umpiring in hockey to working with high-profile sports brands, Angus has built an impressive resume.If you're a young job hunter interested in working with top global brands in the sports industry, Angus' journey offers invaluable lessons.We cover:06:12 - Early career in golf and community connections06:42 - Strategies for overcoming adversity07:12 - Value of curiosity in sports careers08:16 - Graduate journey and future goals08:48 - Importance of LinkedIn for networking09:18 - Realities of working in an international brand10:57 - Challenges and rewards in the golf industry15:05 - Reflections on overcoming burnout18:40 - Transition back to Australia and career recalibration21:16 - Leveraging LinkedIn for international connections25:55 - Networking strategies and job application tips32:40 - Skills valuable in the Adidas graduate program35:59 - Importance of community and local relevance for brands41:25 - Finding career alignment and networking benefits54:00 - Experiences with Adidas and sports career tips*If you like this ep, give these a go next:#181: Western United FC Commercial Partnerships Coordinator, Nathan Perrone#211: AFL Partnerships Coordinator, Brant Hubber#231: Golf Australia Commercial Partnerships Coordinator, Clayton Henderson*-Follow SportsGrad on LinkedIn, Instagram or TikTok-Follow Reuben Williams on LinkedIn, Instagram or TikTok-Subscribe to the SportsGrad newsletter for job and networking opportunities-Become a SportsGrad Member to shortcut your next job in sportBig thanks to Deakin University for making this episode possible. Check out their Master of Sport Management, ranked #1 in Australia.Thanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello & welcome to episode #300!!!We made it fam. And to celebrate, I've packed it all in.Not gonna lie, it does pitch the SportsGrad platform to you pretty well.But if I didn't think it could get you hired 10x faster, I wouldn't waste your time.Hope you enjoy!We cover:How to find your niche in the sports industryHow to grow your network rapidlyHow to stand out in a crowd of 1000sAdditional episodes you may enjoy:#265: Adelaide Crows FC, Community Engagement Manager#181: Western United FC, Commercial Partnerships Coordinator---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Jeff Dickinson-Fox, the Digital Engagement Manager at the Australian Olympic Committee. Jeff has been working with the AOC in the years leading up to Paris 2024 and recently returned from 16 days of jam-packed days sharing the stories and successes of Australia’s athletes. Lots to look out for in this podcast including how Jeff directed his degree in Journalism towards Digital Media, what it means to be a Digital all-rounder and why it’s so valuable in 2024, creating your own experience to stand out in applications and much more. Additional episodes you may enjoy:#52: How the Brisbane Heat grew a massive following, Nic Laube#170: How to be a social media producer at Cricket Australia with Emily Collin*Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!*This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Has Paris got you dreaming of working at a future Olympic & Paralympic Games? Well if Brisbane 2032 is on your radar, Nat Cook (5x Olympian and Sydney 2000 Gold Medalist) is here to inspire you to do just that. Nat is on the Board of the Brisbane 2032 Committee, and back in 2021 she came on to share all of Brisbane’s plans for the Ganes, plus her keys to success as an Gold Medallist. I’m bringing that ep back to the forefront today because there’s so much Gold in this ep (literally gold medals appear).For a look inside the initial plans of the Brisbane Organising Committee, and how you can prepare like an Olympian to realise your career dreams, tune into this treasure trove with Nat Cook!We cover:•How to plan to host an Olympic & Paralympic Games 10 years out•What makes Natalie Cook great•3 critical moments that shaped her today•The unique power of sport and Olympians•The importance of learning people’s names•Why resilience is the most vital part of any job•The importance of building you and having a dreamAdditional episodes you may enjoy:#273: Journey from Paralympian to Disability Sport Australia Manager with Elle Steele#16: How to become a Sports Lawyer for the Olympic Games with Garth Towan*Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!*This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello friends! I spent 17 days at the Paris Olympics, today I summarise it for you in an hour.In this ep I share the 3 key things that shaped my experience, how I aimed to squeeze every bit out of it, plus all the stories from bts.We hit everything from the impact of the host nation, to the vibe around town, to what it was like running the Olympic Marathon course without training (may have done some permanent damage).If you're thinking of attending a major event in the future, tune in to get my pov on what it's actually like, and how Paris stacks up against other international events.*Additional episodes you may enjoy:#248: SportsGrad in Europe | Le Tour de France, IOC, UEFA and more#245: SportsGrad in London - What Reuben's been up to in the UK#226: What it's like to be at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar#225: T20 World Cup tournament time jobs with Jack Lloyd & Harrison Orchard*Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!*This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Tom Wilkins, the Head of Research at City Football Group for Manchester City FC. City Football Group are one of the biggest sporting bodies in the world, who own and operate Manchester City FC, Melbourne City FC, New York City FC, Mumbai City FC and 9 other clubs across 5 continents. Tom’s role as Head of Research involves helping the club understand fans to make better decisions across Fan Engagement, Strategy, Marketing and many more. Basically if a department has a research question they need solved, they turn to Tom and his team. In this podcast we cover why this role exists internally, key projects Tom has been involved in, asking good questions, setting research briefs, being a strong moderator and remaining objective. We also dive into Tom’s career journey and how this Man City fan landed in his dream job.We cover:(06:30) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast Tom!(07:51) Quick-fire questions(15:26) What does the ‘Head of Research’ at City Football Group do, and what does a day in the life look like?(17:20) Why does this role exist?(18:01) What are some of the key projects that Tom has been part of?(21:05) How to ask good questions when conducting research interviews, to ensure that you receive the more relevant and in-depth results(25:45) How do they create project briefs? (30:18) How does Tom remain objective when conducting new research? (34:10) What sort of learnings do you get out of Moderator Training?(36:53) How does Tom learn from other industries and sports?(40:27) How does Tom’s career transpire to make it to Manchester City?(44:50) Does Tom act proactively in his career growth or has it happened naturally?(46:32) What does Tom enjoy most about working at City Football Group?*Additional episodes you may enjoy:#85: NBA Vice President of Product Experience, Jay Lee (Part 1)#87: NBA Vice President of Product Experience, Jay Lee (Part 2)*Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!*This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did the Paris Olympics get you in the mood to work on LA 28 or Brisbane 32?If you’d one day love an epic job at the Olympics, today’s podcast features several people who have been living the dream.In this pod you’re going to get introduced to people working across Commercial Partnerships, Commercial development, Media rights, PR, Social Media and more.You’ll find out what they’re doing on the ground, and how they got hold of their dream job.You'll hear from:(6:06) - Andrew Ryan - Managing Director of FIBA Media(10:00) - Hayley Conway - Partnerships Consultant(15:09) - Briony Carlyon - Media Official for International Golf Federation(17:13) - Stella Barry - English Content Creator for Paris Olympic Committee(20:04) - Tom Hickey - Director of Business Development for Brisbane 2032(24:00) - Kiri Madhani - Senior Commercial Partnerships Manager at DAZN(27:53) - Penelope Roth - Press Conference Supervisor (Tennis & Boxing)Additional episodes you may enjoy:#256: Meet the Sail GP staff on the ground in Saint-Tropez#243: Tom Hickey (Brisbane 2032 Olympics) - Living the dream at the NFL, IOC & Brisbane 2032 Olympics#148: Andrew Ryan (FIBA Media) - How to sell sports media rights#171: David Pryles (Hockey Australia CEO)*Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!*This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Lyndall MacInnes, Project Manager at the Australian Olympic Committee. If you wish you were working on the Paris Olympics this week, well today you’re going to learn how Lyndall navigated career changes across 5+ industries before landing a dream job at the Australian Olympic Committee. Today we dive deep into what her job looks like in the lead up to Paris 2024, unexpected challenges that come with working on an Olympic Games, how she stood out to land this dream job, and much more.---Additional episodes you may enjoy:#285: Journey to Team Manager of a Super Netball Club with Leigh Southern#254: How to work in SportsTravel with Guy Redhouse---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Lucy and Emma Race, sisters who are the co-founders of Making The Call.If you haven’t heard of Making The Call, it’s an organisation that develops and delivers pathway programs for women and non binary people in sports media.Additionally, they’re co-creators of the award winning The Outer Sanctum Podcast, and between them, they are public speakers, broadcasters, board members and producers - just all-round media weapons!Today we dive deep into their cohort program, Making The Call, how it came to be, where they found the inspiration, how they developed the content, how it’s grown from strength to strength and how you can get involved.If you’re keen to learn more on how to crack the media industry, make sure to give this episode a listen!We cover:(00:37) Who are Lucy and Emma Race from Making The Call?(01:42) Hello and welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast!(03:40) What’s going on inside the SportsGrad Community?(06:45) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast Lucy and Emma Race!(08:22) Quick-fire questions(17:08) What is Making The Call, and how is it delivered?(18:45) Their career journeys and how they aligned(22:45) Where they found a love for broadcasting and how the Outer Sanctum came to be(27:33) Experiences that have taught them invaluable lessons(30:37) Lucy’s career journey so far(32:53) How does Lucy’s background align with Making The Call?(37:27) What does the curriculum at Making The Call look like, and how is it forever changing?(48:41) How the media landscape and current cohort influences the Making The Call program(50:45) How social media and content creation is changing traditional media(55:40) How Making The Call stands out in comparison to other programs(1:03:05) Who are some of the people who have been through the program?(1:10:05) What is their top piece of advice they’ve learnt along the way?(1:14:48) ASK SPORTSGRAD---Additional episodes you may enjoy:#238: Journey to Sports Diversity & Inclusion Consultant with Rana Hussain#263: Journey to become a Sports Journalist with Sarah Burt---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentThis episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to part 2 of our 2 part ‘Best of Ask SportsGrad’ episodes!This is a collection of the most popular questions asked by you guys that have made it to Ask SportsGrad. Today we’re going to dive into your top questions specifically around job hunting, networking and using LinkedIn. You’ll learn how to find experience when you can’t get any, how to job hunt if you’ve just moved to Australia, what to do if you’re not qualified but really want the job, how to network, and how to find mentors. Then on the LinkedIn front we answer your questions on what should you be posting about, how to increase engagement if you are posting, plus how to craft your experience section properly. If you struggling to crack the sports industry job market, put this on repeat. Tune in and enjoy!We cover:(00:49) Welcome to SportsGrad! What is #ASKSPORTSGRAD?(02:34) How can I best get involved in volunteering?(05:47) How can I make myself a good candidate for jobs overseas?(10:04) I’m not fully qualified, should I apply?(12:05) How can I improve my networking in the sports industry?(15:03) Where do I even begin when cracking the sports industry?(17:15) How can I make the most of an internship opportunity?(21:50) How should I address ‘cultural fit’ on a resume?(26:03) Any advice on how to best seek a mentor?(30:41) How do I increase my LinkedIn engagement?(36:30) What content is suitable to post on LinkedIn?(41:01) How should I layout the experience section on my LinkedIn?---Additional episodes you may enjoy:#196: 8 steps to set up your LinkedIn profile like a pro#200: How to get a job in sport without getting lucky---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to part 1 of our 2 part ‘Best of Ask SportsGrad’ episodes!This is a collection of the most popular questions asked by you guys that have made it to Ask SportsGrad.Today we’re going to dive into your top questions specifically around cover letters and interviewing. You’ll learn how to stand out in a cover letter, how to make sure you get to the interview stage, and how to follow up after an application if you don’t hear back. Then on the interview front, we answer your questions on interview nerves, preparation you should do, questions you can bring in and more.If you struggling to crack the sports industry job market, put this on repeat.Enjoy!We cover:(00:45) Welcome to SportsGrad! What is ASK SPORTSGRAD?(02:22) How should I structure my cover letter?(04:58) What can I do to talk about transferrable skills in my cover letter?(07:59) This is how a hiring manager wants you to respond to interview questions(11:32) How can I beat the job interview nerves?(14:14) How can I best prepare for an interview? Should I reach out to someone in a similar position?(20:04) What’s the best way to follow up on an interview?(24:27) How should you respond if a team asks if you have a favourite team you support?(27:37) How to answer the inevitable interview question “so, do you have any questions for us?”(31:13) What do I need to prepare for a phone interview?---Additional episodes you may enjoy:#128: Kimberlee Furness (Netball Australia) - How to sell yourself in a cover letter#200: How to get a job in sport without getting lucky---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Mirinda Kidman, Manager of Delegation Services for the FISU World University Games 2025.If you’ve never heard of FISU before, this episode is going to open your world to one of the largest employers in the sports industry - university sport. Based out of Germany in the Rhine-Ruhr region, the 2025 games will host over 10,000 athletes and officials from 170 countries across 12 days.In this episode, we dive into the World Uni Games, the second largest multi-sport event in the world after the olympics, and you’ll learn how Mirinda crafted her career to this position, what she does, and how she became a stand out candidate. Plus, why she loves being part of the SportsGrad Community all the way over in Germany.Enjoy the episode!We cover:(00:34) Who is Mirinda Kidman?(01:40) Hello and welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast!(03:31) What’s going on inside the SportsGrad Community?(07:30) What’s it like working in Europe with all of the major events on at the moment?(09:45) Quick-fire questions(16:52) Who are FISU World University Games and what do they do?(21:50) Why is the FISU so much larger than other university sports across the globe?(25:41) What planning is required in the year prior to the Games?(29:48) How many people work at FISU and will there be opportunities to work there in the future?(31:49) What does Mirinda’s role involve as the Manager of Delegation Services?(40:15) How did Mirinda get her role, and how did she get accepted?(46:15) How did Mirinda stand out in her application for this role?(49:10) Why did Mirinda join the SportsGrad Community?(51:10) What other professionals should get involved in the SportsGrad Community?(52:20) Mirinda’s advice for those applying for roles at major events(55:15) ASK SPORTSGRAD---Additional episodes you may enjoy:#289: How to move from London to Australia and work in sport with George Ludlow#283: How to get your first full-time job in sport with Hayley Gorman---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interested in making the move to Australia to land a job in sport? Meet George Ludlow, an Account Manager at Gemba who has just made the move from London!George has transformed his life from leaving behind a career in property he wasn’t passionate about, to now working on some of the most lucrative partnerships in Australian sport, including Toyota’s sponsorship of the AFL, Australia’s biggest sport. To arrive at what he describes as his dream job, George started his quest for a role in sport in Australia almost 8 months ago and has been extremely proactive in his approach.Today we dive into exactly how he made the move overseas, what he did to stand out, how he felt taking such a big risk, and his best tips on how you can take your career around the world.Enjoy the episode!We cover:(00:32) Who is George Ludlow?(01:53) Hello and welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast!(03:25) What’s going on inside the SportsGrad Community?(07:46) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast George(09:10) Quick-fire questions(13:56) What is George’s role at Gemba?(15:45) George’s career journey post-university to when he decided to move to Australia(19:54) What made George initially choose the property industry over sports?(21:06) How did George decide to make the jump to work in sports overseas? Was he nervous?(22:08) How did George find out about SportsGrad whilst in the UK, and how did it benefit him once he arrived in Australia?(26:49) What was the interview process like at Gemba?(30:17) How have George’s feeling towards moving overseas changed now that he has landed a job?(31:20) What has he loved most about being in Melbourne?(32:21) Was it easier for George to find roles when he arrived, or was it possible while it was overseas?(34:18) What can people be doing to reduce the time job hunting in a new country?(36:59) George’s advice for someone who is thinking about moving overseas(41:52) ASK SPORTSGRAD---Additional episode you may enjoy:#251: How to move to London and land a job in sport with Chris Dobson---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Ashleigh Newton-Spence, the Competitions Coordinator at Champion Data. If you’re not familiar with Champion Data, they’re the company behind the statistics of some of your favourite sports - think the AFL, Netball Australia and LIVGolf! Ash has been with Champion Data for over 8 years, and previous to this worked in radio production, and at Channel 10 as a Production Assistant. She’s also one of our beloved SportsGrad Pro Members, so make sure to connect with her inside the Community.Lots to look out for including how to manage people effectively, how to grow within an organisation, and the ins and outs of coordinating match days. Make sure to have a listen, it’s a good one!We cover:(00:32) Who is Ashleigh Newton-Spence?(01:42) Hello and welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast!(02:32) What’s going on inside the Community? Community info night, events and wins.(05:42) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast Ash!(06:34) Who is Champion Data and what do they do? (09:04) Quick-fire questions(18:13) What does the Competitions Coordinator do at Champion Data?(23:07) What makes a great data capturer?(25:21) Do you have to be good with statistics to work at Champion Data?(27:56) How does Ash continue to develop and grow whilst being at an organisation for 8+ years?(30:32) Challenges Ash faces at work(33:05) How did Ash develop her ‘people skills’ and how did she practice it?(37:31) The essential skills to work in a role like Ash’s(41:01) What other departments are there at Champion Data?(43:54) Why Ash got into the SportsGrad Pro Community, and what has she gotten out of it?(48:38) What advice would Ash give to her younger self?(51:35) ASK SPORTSGRAD---Additional episodes you may enjoy: #206: How to get into sports analytics with Libby Owen (Champion Data)#210: How to be an AFL Commentator with Brian Taylor---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Jeffrey Leong, the Sponsorship Manager at MKTG Sports + Entertainment. He has over 5 years of experience in Sports Marketing, currently managing brands such as Great Southern Bank and Cadbury. Through this, he leverages their partnerships through rights-holders such as the Brisbane Heat, Carlton FC, Football Australia & Rugby Australia. Lots to look out for including how to work in sponsorship management and what it’s like working in sports marketing!This episode is what we call a ‘Career Q&A’ and is a taste of the online events you get access to as a SportsGrad Member. If you like what you’re hearing but want to learn more, we have a Community Information Night on June 12th coming up, in time for the Community officially opening on August 13th. You can register for the free event here.Enjoy the episode!We cover:(00:28) Who is Jeffrey Leong?(01:43) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast! Here’s what’s going on inside the Community… (13:50) Welcome to the Career Q&A Jeff!(16:01) Jeff’s introduction - who is he and what is his career journey?(19:13) What is MKTG Sports + Entertainment and what do they do?(20:19) What does Jeff do as a sponsorship manager? (23:22) What does a day in the life look like in Jeff’s role?(28:39) How does Jeff work with large brands such as Cadbury? (32:32) The benefits Jeff sees in professional development and additional studies(34:14) Challenges Jeff has had in his role and how he overcomes them(35:10) Jeff’s long-term goals in the industry(36:59) What does career progression look like at MKTG?(38:39) How Jeff stood out in his interview at MKTG (42:37) How does Jeff stay passionate in his role?(44:09) The logistics between clients and rights-holders and how they manage business relationships---Additional episodes you may enjoy:#244: Event Management at Cricket Australia with Katie Staniforth#253: How the AFL analyse their data with Penny Privett---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Jacob Gaynor, the Social Media Manager of the most followed club account in the AFL, the GWS Giants.They have attracted attention this season by taking an approach that some see as a little bit edgy, however the numbers speak for themselves. The Giants have topped the list for follower growth in 2024, gaining 10k more than second place, Collingwood FC.The Giants have been very deliberate about their challenger brand, and Jacob holds nothing back about what goes into what you see on the surface.Plus, for those Social Media Managers who want to be the most responsive and engaging, you’re going to absolutely love the level of preparation Jacob puts into hitting you with the right meme at the right time. Strange that meme skills are a thing in 2024, but it’s working, and we think you’re going to love hearing from Jacob who’s on top of the AFL social media world right now.Enjoy the episode!We cover:(00:47) Who is Jacob Gaynor?(02:08) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast!(04:08) What’s going on inside the SportsGrad Community?(06:44) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast Jacob!(07:27) Quick-fire questions(14:10) What are the series of jobs that lead Jacob to the Giants?(17:15) Who are the Giants trying to target on socials, and how do they do so?(21:20) What type of brand are the Giants wanting to build, and how do they continue ‘being the disruptor’?(27:12) How does the media team plan and prepare their content and memes?(36:15) How does Jacob save and organise future content?(39:40) Do the Giants look at their metrics and how does the reviewing and reporting work?(45:19) How does the social team work with commercial partners to mutually align?(47:26) How Jacob builds relationships with players at the Giants(51:13) Who does Jacob look up to in the industry?(54:57) Jacob’s advice for other social media managers(58:50) ASK SPORTSGRAD---Additional episode you may enjoy:#124: Hamish McLachlan - How to commentate the AFL grand final---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Leigh Southern, the Team Manager of the newest professional team in Melbourne, the Melbourne Mavericks Super Netball Club. If you’re looking to work in operations in sport, team management, or want to know how people have made career changes into sport, you’re going to love Leigh’s story. Leigh started his career in the tourism industry, but after a while realised it just wasn’t for him. Not one to sit back, he did his research and came across a company called Stage & Screen, and began working on their Cricket Australia account to look after all their travel. This led to roles with the Melbourne Renegades and the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup, before landing at the Mavs. If you think you’d love to travel week in and week out with a professional team, listen to how Leigh made it his career. Lots to look out for including the skills you need to work in a similar role, the behind the scenes of what goes on during a game day, and how to go from being a babysitter for a WBBL club to a team management role.Enjoy this episode!We cover:(00:29) Who is Leigh Southern?(01:48) Hello and welcome to the SportsGrad Community! Here’s what’s going on…(05:15) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast Leigh!(06:11) Quick-fire questions(13:43) What does Leigh do as a Team Manager with the Melbourne Mavericks?(15:59) How Leigh manages all of his various responsibilities(20:33) What’s it like being part of a new professional sporting club?(25:53) What does a game day look like versus a regular day?(32:00) Leigh’s experience prior to this role (Flight Centre, Stage & Screen (working with Cricket Australia/Cricket Victoria), WBBL, Melbourne Stars, Indian Women’s Cricket Team, T20 World Cup, and more.(45:50) Challenges Leigh has faced and how he has overcome them(49:15) Top skills needed to work in a team/operations management role, and advice he would give to his younger self(54:43) ASK SPORTSGRAD---Additional episode you may enjoy:#284: Journey to Football Operations Manager at the Sydney Swans with Steph Maiolo---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Steph Maiolo, the Football Operations Manager at the Sydney Swans Football Club.Over the past 6 years, she’s climbed her way up the ladder at the Swans, starting as an intern, to a coordinator, to now a manager! Lots to look out for including how to work in football operations and the skills you need to do so.If you enjoy this chat with Steph, come along to the Sydney SportsGrad Meetup on May 16th, where she’ll be one of our guest speakers! You can grab a ticket via our website linked below.Make sure you tune in, it’s a great one.We cover:(00:42) Who is Steph Maiolo?(01:40) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast! Here’s what’s happening inside the Community…(04:47) Welcome to the podcast Steph!(05:50) Quick-fire questions(11:28) What does it look like being a Football Operations Manager in the AFL?(12:14) How Steph went from an intern at the Swans through to a Manager(13:46) What was Steph doing that made her stand out for promotions?(15:41) Advice Steph would have for interns looking to stand out(16:22) Steph’s favourite parts of working in football operations(17:33) What a match day looks like versus a regular day and how Steph stays organised(20:24) What does the off-season look like for those working in the AFL?(22:30) Challenges in Steph’s role(24:04) Times Steph has had to navigate mistakes at work(25:19) The top skills needed to be a Football Operations Manager(28:17) If you want to work in a similar role, this is what Steph recommends you do…(31:14) Advice for networking events---Additional episodes you may enjoy:#193 - Suzie Rhydderch (Sydney Swans) - How to be a psychologist in the AFL#244 - Katie Staniforth (Cricket Australia) - Event Manager at Cricket Australia---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Hayley Gorman, the Workforce Coordinator at UniSport Australia, and one of our beloved SportsGrad Members!We met Hayley last year in October when she joined the Community, and was working part-time for the Bicycle Network. Since then, she’s gone to land her first full-time role, as well as become a super active and well-known member within SportsGrad.Lots to look out for including how to land your first full-time job in sport, tips to improve your networking and leadership skills, what it’s like moving interstate for a job, and how being a SportsGrad Member has helped her career.Enjoy this episode!We cover:(00:39) Who is Hayley Gorman?(01:37) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast! Here’s what's going on in the Community…(03:59) Welcome Hayley!(05:28) Quick-fire questions(08:48) What does Hayley do at UniSport Australia as the Workforce Coordinator?(12:37) The roles Hayley had before her first full-time role in sport(14:42) How does Hayley balance FT work and travel/fun(18:21) How did the application at UniSport work and how did Hayley stand out?(20:01) Why did Hayley become a SportsGrad Member?(23:30) How Hayley has found confidence within herself(27:28) What are the skills most important in people-facing roles, and how does Hayley practice them?(29:59) How Hayley decided to make the move interstate and tips she has if you’re thinking of doing the same(32:42) When has Hayley utilised her network in sport?(36:33) What is something Hayley wishes she could tell her first year of uni self?---Additional episodes you may enjoy:#168: Geordie Miles (Spark Event Group) - How to turn casual work into a full-time career#231: Clayton Henderson (Golf Australia) - Journey to Commercial Partnerships Coordinator---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Kimerah Ramnath, Formula 1 Content Creator, who specialises in F1 fashion, pop-culture, and insightful commentary.In less than two years, she has grown a community of over 48,000 followers, and amassed over 5 million likes, driven by a passion for inclusivity and empowerment of women in motorsport.Lots to look out for including how to work for yourself in content creation, the skills needed to cultivate a passionate community, and what it’s like working so close to the F1 action.You can find her on TikTok at @f1kimiz and on IG at @kimerahramnath.Enjoy the episode!We cover:(00:37) Who is Kim Ramnath? (01:45) Hello and welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast!(02:13) What’s going on inside the Community?(05:18) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast Kim!(07:30) Quick-fire questions(10:34) How did Kim get into F1 content creation? (14:29) When Kim realised she wanted to make content creation a full-time job (15:58) How Kim learnt the skills needed without any formal training/education(17:26) Lessons Kim has learnt about being unique with her content(19:38) Content and ideas that have helped her following get to nearly 50k(26:47) Reuben gets Kim’s ideas on content to make in India(29:23) The most challenging parts of being a solo content creator(30:59) How Kim deals with trolls online(33:21) Advice Kim has for those who want to start social media but are nervous to(34:54) How did Kim find the courage to start content creation?(36:14) Cool opportunities (like being in F1 garages(!)) Kim has gotten through her job (42:22) Inject your own personality and always just ask - Kim’s advice on how to grow your own following---Additional episodes you may enjoy:#197: Sophie Reis (Australian Grand Prix Corporation) - How to be a content creator in Formula 1#272: Pete Lock (Queensland Cricket) - Journey to General Manager of Marketing and Corporate Affairs at Queensland Cricket---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Abhi Arunachalam, the Head of Media Rights at Cricket Australia.Abhi started his career as a corporate lawyer, then after 6 years in private practice he made the jump to sport, landing a secondment role at the AFL as an in-house Lawyer. This gave him a foot into sport and launched his career at Cricket Australia.In Abhi’s 9 years at CA, he’s made a few internal moves, proving you don’t have to sit still in the job you’ve got. When he started at CA, he joined as a Legal Counsel, then he moved to the Big Bash Leagues team as Strategy & Planning Director, and now he’s transitioned into Media Rights.Lots to look out for including how to transition across industries and departments, plus the ins and outs of working in Media Rights.If you like this episode, you can come and hear more about Abhi’s story in person at our Melbourne Meetup! He’ll be one of the guest speakers on May 10th, so make sure you grab a ticket via our website and come along.Enjoy the episode!We cover:(00:43) Who is Abhi Arunachalam? (01:59) Welcome! (04:03) What’s happening inside the SportsGrad Community - meetup announcements, member intakes and community wins! (07:40) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast Abhi (11:05) Quick-fire questions (17:47) What does Abhi do in his role as Head of Media Rights? (21:49) Strategies and approaches Abhi utilises to grow cricket’s reach (25:00) What drew Abhi to media rights (27:09) How media rights are established and fold out over a period of time(34:17) What were the series of jobs and experiences that lead him to Cricket Australia (39:46) How he transitioned through different roles at the AFL(44:30) Challenges with changing industries and departments(47:10) Navigating imposter syndrome(50:09) How has Abhi changed personally over the past ten years(53:20) How Abhi strives to be a good manager and the types of people he looks for to be in his team(57:50) Advice for Abhi’s younger self (01:04:01) ASK SPORTSGRAD---Additional episode you may enjoy:#148: Andrew Ryan (FIBA) - How to sell sports media rights---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Alex King, the Senior Marketing Executive at Premier League Club, Crystal Palace, and one of our SportsGrad Pro Members. Only 2 years ago, he was a uni graduate who had a dream of working in football full time, and after a Marketing Internship at West Ham United, he’s now smashing goals in a full-time role at Palace.Lots to look out for, including how to land your first full-time job in sport, how to stand out in an internship, and what it’s like working in the English Premier League. Enjoy the episode!We cover:(00:44) Who is Alex King?(01:41) Hello and welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast! (07:00) What’s happening inside of the SportsGrad Community?(10:05) Welcome Alex! (11:30) Quick-fire questions - first jobs, favourite sporting moments, and most used resources (19:42) Alex’s role at Crystal Palace and the best bits about it (21:09) What does a Marketing team look like at an EPL club? (23:23) The series of jobs and internships that Alex had to lead him to Palace(28:35) How Alex made the most of his internship role at West Ham United (31:42) What the interviewing and onboarding process is like at Crystal Palace (33:16) The decision making process when moving from one club to another (39:04) What a day in Alex’s life looks like at an EPL club in London (45:02) Challenges in Alex’s role (46:20) Essential skills to work in Sports Marketing (48:03) Advice Alex would give to his younger self (51:16) ASK SPORTSGRAD---Additional episodes you may enjoy:#262: Sport Management grad to living the dream at the FIFA Women’s World Cup and Cricket Australia with Francesca Teh#276: How to land a dream job at FIFA with Jack Coles---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Michael Barker, freelancer videographer, photographer and the Co-Founder and Director of Two Times Creative.Previously, he has worked at Hoop City, Carlton FC, and the NBL, working in all things digital - think production, editing, social media marketing, graphic design, and more.He also has a newsletter, runs classes and uses his socials to teach people how they can level up their digital knowledge. Lots to look out for, including how you can work as a freelancer, how to break into the creative side of sports (without any formal training), and the skills you need to do so. Check out Two Times Creative's work here.Enjoy!We cover:(00:29) Who is Michael Barker? (01:34) Hello and welcome!(04:40) What’s going on inside the SportsGrad Community?(07:35) Welcome Michael! (09:28) Quick-fire Questions (15:58) Experience Barks has had to get to where he is now freelancing (20:06) How Barks learnt all of his skills with no formal training (21:10) Applying for a role at Carlton FC without ticking all of the boxes (and getting it) (23:28) Working at Carlton FC between all of the different departments (25:30) How did he figure out full-time freelancing was for him? (27:04) What does a typical week look like as a freelancer? (30:13) Is it possible to make enough money as a freelancer to compensate a leaving a full-time job? (32:39) Big lessons Barks has picked up so far (34:34) The risks of starting freelancing and the worries that come with it - partner’s thoughts, financial struggles, etc. (47:08) Essential skills needed to be a videographer and photographer (51:29) Advice for aspiring creatives and how you can learn from Barks (55:52) ASK SPORTSGRAD---Additional episode you may enjoy:#242: The Origins of The Grade Cricketer---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello and welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast!Today we’ve got a solo pod, where we’re diving into what the SportsGrad Community is and how you can be a part of it. The Rookie Community is re-opening on the 14th of May, and we want to make sure that you’re fully across it and how it can benefit you!We created the SportsGrad Community because a major problem with careers in sport, is that it’s so heavily reliant on your network. You probably always hear the phrase “who you know is more important than what you know”, and for good reason - when you have a network in sport, your career rolls out 10x easier.So, we bring the sports network to you. You can join 700+ like-minded people in a private Community, no matter if you’re at university, the start of your career, job-swapping, or living halfway across the world.Lots to look out for, including what you get as a Member, when to join, how to make the most of it, and success stories from the Community. Make sure to put your name on the waitlist to keep up to date with updates about the intake happening on May 14th.You can subscribe here 👉 www.sportsgrad.com.au/communityEnjoy the episode!We cover:(00:24) Hello and welcome!(01:31) Reuben’s weekend at the F1 with McLaren(09:54) SportsGrad Community updates(12:17) What exactly is the SportsGrad Community?(12:53) How can you get into the Community?(16:12) How you can build your network in sport, and success stories from the Community(23:41) When is the right time to join SportsGrad (spoiler alert: now!)(26:05) How SportsGrad can help you from all over the world(27:26) Features and events inside the Community - exclusive events, job boards and recruiting, meetup tickets etc.(33:27) How the exclusive Discord works(34:27) The price of joining(36:59) What is the commitment required?(38:42) So, how do I join the Community?---Additional episode you may enjoy:#200: How to get a job in sport without getting lucky---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Eray Saban, the Assistant General Manager of ASM Jacksonville and the Director of EverBank Stadium, home to the Jacksonville Jaguars.As you’ll learn in this episode, Eray is no stranger to a large stadium and event, and all of the challenges that come with it. From sports games, to sell-out concerts, to dealing with the FBI, his job is to make sure that every attendee has a safe and enjoyable experience.Previously, his roles have included Event Operations Manager at Kai Tak Sports Park in Hong Kong, Stadium Event Manager at Marvel Stadium, and Event Operations Coordinator at Tennis Australia.Lots to look out for, including how to break into the US sports industry, skills needed to manage large-scale events, and how to effectively manage and lead.Enjoy the episode!We cover:(01:25) Who is Eray Saban?(02:38) Reuben & Ryan welcome(07:40) What’s happening in the SportsGrad Community?(11:45) Get to know Eray: Quick-Fire Questions(15:25) Who are ASM Global?(19:45) Journey from China to the US following his role at Marvel Stadium(25:05) How Eray navigates the safety and well-being of crowds at large events(30:29) Things people wouldn’t know about event management(31:25) How Eray transitioned to living to the US(33:27) Application process for an NFL stadium(35:45) What to know about the US Visa process(39:29) How Eray used LinkedIn and networking to get hired for overseas roles(44:39) How differentiating yourself will get you your dream roles(47:53) Similarities and differences between the AFL and NFL(52:07) The investment that goes into public safety(53:35) Challenges as an event manager(58:14) How Eray has dealt with the transition into leadership(1:01:09) Advice that has shaped Eray’s leadership skills(1:03:24) One action that you can do to start your event management career(1:06:27) ASK SPORTSGRADAdditional episodes you may enjoy:#41: Eray Saban (Marvel Stadium) - How to Launch your Career in Event Management#208: Kerry Gassner - How to make a career change into the sports industry---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Jack Coles, Project Lead at FIFA Sound.FIFA Sound organises all of the music you hear for FIFA, whether that be the brand music on TV, music for the ceremonies and fan festivals, or working alongside artists and the music industry - to create an atmosphere and identity at all FIFA events.In today’s episode, Jack walks us through what it’s like to work at the FIFA headquarters, what his role involves, and how they work to create a lasting impact at FIFA tournaments.Lots to look out for, including how to go from a volunteer role to a FIFA Project Lead (without a uni degree), navigating a career change after 10 years in an industry, and the skills needed to work at one of the largest associations in the world.Enjoy the episode!We cover:(00:42) Who is Jack Coles?(01:41) Reuben & Ryan welcome(04:42) What’s happening in the SportsGrad Community?(07:12) What it’s like working at the FIFA headquarters(09:59) Get to know Jack: Quick-Fire Questions(15:40) How Jack took risks and swapped industries to begin his career in sport(22:18) Jack’s role at FIFA Staffing and what they were responsible for(24:20) How Jack moved to FIFA Sound and began working on the 2022 World Cup(25:54) What is FIFA Sound and what is Jack’s role?(33:05) How game atmospheres, identities, and operations are created through the music played(37:00) How FIFA Sound works with music artists to benefit both them and the football community(40:36) Challenges that Jack has to navigate in his role(44:42) What a day in the life looks like for Jack(47:27) How FIFA Sound works with the fan festivals to contribute to the tournament’s impact(48:57) The most important skills to work in a role like Jack’s(52:35) Lessons that Jack would pass on to those wanting to get into the industry(55:35) ASK SPORTSGRAD---Additional episode you may enjoy:#185 - Sam Hickson (Football Australia) - Living the dream with the Socceroos at the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Shayla Clarke, Audience Growth & Engagement Coordinator at the Richmond Football Club. Shayla started her career with the Tigers, and over 6 years tasted premiership success, as well as growth in multiple roles. Lots to look out for including how to get a job in the AFL, how to progress and be promoted at work, what it’s like working at the MCG on match days for close to 100,000 fans, and how to engage the huge fan base of the Richmond footy club. We cover:(01:00) Who is Shayla Clarke?(01:52) What’s happening in the SportsGrad Community?(05:17) Shayla’s secret side-hustle(06:55) Get to know Shayla: Quick-Fire Questions(09:57) What working in Fan Engagement at Richmond FC involves(13:27) Shayla’s career journey to this position(18:27) What at match day at the MCG with Richmond looks like(22:47) What to do when things on match day don’t go to plan(24:27) Planning for the 2024 ANZAC Day Eve match(27:07) How to create new fans of a football club(29:28) Richmond’s multicultural programs(30:37) What it’s like to win an AFL grand final as a staff member(36:52) Skills needed to work in Fan Engagement in the AFL(39:51) Shayla’s advice to her younger self at the start of her career(42:07) ASK SPORTSGRAD---Additional episodes you may enjoy:#38: Grand Final Special - BTS of the 2020 AFL Premiership with Kevin Wilson from Richmond FC#59: Fan Engagement at the Sydney Sixers with Aaron Wharton#238: Journey to Diversity & Inclusion Consultant with Rana Hussain---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet the legend that is Chloe Dalton, Founder of The Female Athlete Project. Chloe's remarkable journey as an athlete and an advocate includes clinching a gold medal in Rugby 7s at the Rio 2016 Olympics, and growing The Female Athlete Project to 125k followers.Chloe is an outstanding leader championing gender equality and empowering female athletes worldwide, using her platform to elevate the visibility of women’s sports.Chloe’s now a 2x published author, and The Female Athlete Project has become Australia's fastest-growing women’s sport platform.Plenty to look out for including her journey as an athlete, the origins of TFAP, the team and business model behind the scenes, the impact she’s having in the athlete community, how she responds to ‘the standards not good enough’ and ‘why should they be paid the same?’ Not to mention her candid approach to dealing with trolls!We cover:(01:00) Who is Chloe Dalton?(02:20) Reuben & Ryan welcome(04:50) What’s happening in the SportsGrad Community?(07:39) Chloe’s early life as Physiotherapist(10:35) Get to know Chloe: Quick-Fire Questions(13:06) How Chloe’s career as an athlete took off(18:56) Chloe’s transition from Rugby 7s to AFLW(22:02) What inspired the birth of The Female Athlete Project?(25:17) How Chloe learnt the skills to be a content creator and business owner(29:14) The challenges that come with promoting female sport online(33:39) How Chloe deals with internet trolls(40:22) What impact of The Female Athlete Project looks like(42:47) How Chloe impacted equal pay for Paralympians(45:26) What’s in store for the future of The Female Athlete(47:47) How The Female Athlete Project makes money(50:27) What role will The Female Athlete Project play in the evolution of sport?(53:27) The biggest lesson Chloe’s learnt on her TFAP journey(56:22) ASK SPORTSGRAD---Additional episodes you may enjoy:#238: Journey to Sports Diversity & Inclusion Consultant with Rana Hussain---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Elle Steele, the National Project Manager for Disability Sports Australia’s ‘Building Inclusive Sport Clubs’ Program. Beyond her day-to-day gig, Elle is also a Paralympian, Founder, TEDx speaker, and inclusion advocate. If you're interested in a career in the diversity & inclusion space, you're going to love this episode.We dive deep into her main initiative, the ‘Building Inclusive Sport Clubs’ program, where her goal is to promote the access and inclusion of people with disabilities in sporting clubs across Australia.Heaps to look out for, including Elle’s career journey, how to make your organisation more accessible and inclusive, learnings from being a Paralympian, and how Elle wishes everyone would view those with a disability. If you want to get involved at Disability Sports Australia’s ‘Building Inclusive Sport Clubs’ forum, register your interest here: https://bit.ly/4bNnSjv, or email Elle at [email protected] cover:(00:48) Who is Elle Steele?(01:50) Welcome(03:36) What's happening in the SportsGrad Community?(08:11) Welcome Elle!(09:11) Quick-Fire Questions(14:26) Elle’s role at Disability Sports Australia(20:27) Promoting disability inclusion at organisations and clubs(21:59) Elle’s journey and her mission(26:20) Challenges in Elle’s personal life and career(32:25) Transition from professional swimming to rugby(35:23) Lessons from competing at a Paralympic level(47:29) How sport organisations can practice disability inclusivity(52:18) How you can get involved in DSA’s ‘Building Inclusive Sport Clubs’ Forum in March(55:37) Elle’s message for the world(58:39) ASK SPORTSGRAD---Additional episodes you may enjoy:#116: Matt Levy, Paralympic Gold Medallist#145: Anna Livingston, Tennis Australia Chief Diversity & People Officer---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Pete Lock, the General Manager of Marketing and Corporate Affairs at Queensland Cricket.Pete has over 10 years of experience within cricket, overseeing the commercial, sponsorship, hospitality, marketing, digital, and communications for Queensland Cricket/Brisbane Heat.In this episode, he deep dives into what it’s like leading the most followed social media sports team in Oceania, his career journey that has lead to his role as a General Manager, and what it was like when they signed on AB de Villiers!Lots to look out for including how to progress within an organisation, how to be an effective manager, and what it’s like being a part of a championship team.If you enjoy this episode, come along to the Brisbane SportsGrad meetup on the 7th of March and listen to Pete in-person, where he is going to be a panellist.Enjoy the episode!---We cover:(00:54) - Pete’s introduction(01:59) - Welcome!(03:51) - Meetup recap(08:20) - Community Updates(12:45) - Welcome Pete!(15:47) - Quick-fire questions(20:03) - Pete’s career journey to get to Queensland Cricket(22:22) - What Pete looks for when hiring(24:39) - How Pete’s role has evolved over 10 years(27:32) - How Pete overcomes challenges at work(32:22) - Managing the announcement of AB de Villiers(35:52) - Career highlights(36:34) - In-season vs off-season day(39:16) - The impact that the success of the Big Bash has on yearly outcomes(44:02) - Why the Heat prioritise in-match experience(46:57) - How Pete cultivates a team environment where people stay for years(49:52) - Skills needed to be a General Manager(54:32) - Benefits of being with an organisation for a decade(55:37) - Advice from Pete(57:19) - ASK SPORTSGRAD---Additional episode you may enjoy:#244 - Katie Staniforth (Cricket Australia) - Event Manager at Cricket Australia---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Barbara Sikorski, the Global Head of Media Operations at SailGP.Barbara is far from a stranger to international events. Previous to SailGP, she has worked at the likes of the 2016 Rio Olympics, the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, 2020 Tokyo Olympics, and the International Paralympic Committee.She is now on the epic team at SailGP, where she manages everything to do with the media operations for the global event.Lots to look out for in this episode, such as what it’s like working at major events all over the world, lessons she has learned from her experiences at the Olympics, and advice on how to work in Media Operations like her.If you enjoy this episode and hearing Barbara’s journey, you can come along and meet her in person at our Sydney meetup on the 15th of February, where she’ll be joining us as a guest speaker.Enjoy the episode!...Timestamps:(00:40) - Introduction(05:56) - Community Update(10:10) - Welcome Barbara!(10:58) - Quick Fire Questions(20:37) - When Barbara knew she wanted to travel the world(26:22) - The major events Barbara has worked on(31:47) - What it’s like working at SailGP(34:07) - Who SailGP are and their purpose(37:22) - How SailGP is working towards gender equity(41:48) - Lessons Barbara has learnt throughout her career(46:57) - Comparing the Olympics to SailGP(50:25) - Working at SailGP highlights(57:00) - Advice for those wanting to work in Media Operations(59:34) - Additional episode recommendations(1:01:17) - ASK SPORTSGRAD...Additional episodes you may like:#256: Meet the SailGP staff on the ground in Saint-Tropez#228: Melissa Lawton (SailGP) - Journey to Chief Content OfficerWant a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Ankita Karungalekar, Sports Presenter for the Mumabi Indians, Cricket Australia, and KOJO.Reuben met Ankita on a whim at the end of 2022, where she told him that being a Cricket Presenter was her 2 year goal. Inspired by Rana Hussain presenting at the T20 World Cup in Adelaide, she thought to herself, “why couldn’t I do this too?”.Less than a year later, she found herself standing on the same oval, doing the same thing as her inspiration and now mentor.She is also killing it in the social media space, using her personal brand to promote her sports presenting and grow her career.Lots to look out for, including how to land your dream job, how to work overseas, and what a day in the life looks like when working at the IPL and Cricket Australia.We’re stoked to be back in 2024 - let’s go!___We cover:(01:39) - Introduction(07:12) - SportsGrad Talent update(08:27) - Community Update(13:27) - Welcome Ankita(18:05) - Quick Fire Questions(23:42) - Challenges Ankita identified when moving to Australia(25:38) - When Ankita realised her dream to work as a presenter(29:11) - How Ankita landed her first sports presenting role(33:59) - What it’s like working for the Mumbai Indians and the IPL(40:45) - Ankita’s tips for dealing with imposter syndrome(44:42) - What it’s like working for Cricket Australia/KOJO(49:07) - How Ankita takes inspiration from other presenters and the essential skills needed.(57:36) - How Rana Hussain is now a mentor for Ankita.(1:01:08) - Ankita’s advice for her younger self(1:04:39) - ASK SPORTSGRADAdditional Episodes you may enjoy:#104 - Marc Ohlmus (Sky Racing) - How to grow a career from communications#238 - Rana Hussain - Journey to Sport Diversity & Inclusion ConsultantWant a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterThe SportsGrad Community connects Members to peers, professionals, events, jobs, and development opportunities. Join as a Rookie or Pro Member.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad TalentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello and welcome to the last SportsGrad episode of 2023!We can’t believe how fast this year has flown by, and we have a lot to unpack - from the nitty-gritty of how SportsGrad levelled up, to juggling goals, and simply tackling life.In today’s episode, we recap on all of our favourite moments from the year, answer questions from the Community, and chat about learnings and goals for the year to come. Additionally, Reuben and Ryan dive into how they navigated their personal lives, such as Reuben dealing with his sexual assault case coming to fruition, and living/working overseas for 6 months.This year has been an absolute blast, with some of our largest meetups, best Community wins, Grand Prix live shows, coffee catch ups, and so much more!However for now, that’s all from us - we’ll be back in your ears soon.Thanks to everyone who tuned in for another great year.Have a safe and happy New Year!💛 Reuben & RyanIn today's episode we cover:(00:00) Introduction(14:34) Community Update(17:39) Quick Fire Questions with a twist(25:48) Questions from the SportsGrad community(26:15) How we handled things that didn’t go as planned(33:45) Member wins across the 2023(40:01) Our Fav podcasts from the year(45:19) What we’ve learnt in 2023(55:09) What advice we would give ourselves at the start of 2023(01:01:07) ASK SPORTSGRADAdditional episodes you may enjoy 👇#151 - How to network your way into sport (without getting lucky)#194 - 5 things I wish I knew before I started my careerWant to stay up today with all the new podcasts, events, and blogs to help you get a job in sport?👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterNeed help landing a job in sport?👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant to hire the best grads in sport? Let us help you recruit.👉 Help me recruit talentIf you want to learn more about us, connect with us on LinkedIn!Reuben WilliamsRyan WalkerSportsGradInstagramTikTokThis episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Olivia Hogan, Head of Marketing and Communications for the Asia Pacific at Sail GP.You might remember Liv from episode #256 on the ground at the Saint-Tropez Sail GP regatta, where we went behind the scenes of the most exciting and action-packed race on water. Liv’s role is crucial in growing the fan base and brand awareness all around the world in their breakout season.In today’s episode, Liv dives into the marketing and comms side of SailGP, the challenges she has faced in getting to where she is, what a day in her life looks like, and the skills needed for her job.If you want evidence of how to travel the world and work in sport, need help navigating your career direction, or want to hear about job opportunities at SailGP, press play and tune in - enjoy!In todays episode we cover:(00:00) Introduction(04:13) Community Update(08:05) Welcome Liv(10:56) Quick Fire Questions(20:27) Liv’s favorite parts of her role at Sail GP(25:13) How a Sail GP season is structured(28:33) The ownership structure in Sail GP(32:02) How Liv landed her role at Sail GP(38:57) Challenges Liv has faced in her career(42:50) Specific KPIs Liv’s team works towards(48:11) Liv’s role on Race Day vs Non-Race Day(55:12) Skills that have helped Liv in her career(58:06) Liv on looking at a career in Sailing over other major sports(01:02:15) ASK SPORTSGRADAdditional episodes you may enjoy 👇#22 - Hayley Hamp (Collingwood FC) - How to launch a career in sports marketing#256 - Meet the Sail GP staff on the ground in Saint-TropezWant to stay up today with all the new podcasts, events, and blogs to help you get a job in sport?👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterNeed help landing a job in sport?👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant to hire the best grads in sport? Let us help you recruit.👉 Help me recruit talentIf you want to learn more about us, connect with us on LinkedIn!Reuben WilliamsRyan WalkerSportsGradInstagramTikTokThis episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Chelsea Guy, Partnerships Manager and Digital Marketing Specialist - she has over 10+ years of experience working with Toyota Australia, and now with major events at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.Chelsea is no stranger to a huge partnership, with her role at Toyota leading her to work with the likes of the AFL, and the Australian Olympic Committee.From the reception and admin team at Toyota, she worked her way up to Senior positions through internal promotions, which led her to living both around Australia, and in Japan to work on the Tokyo Olympics.In this episode, she talks about her journey through different positions, how they navigated the Olympics through a pandemic, what responsibilities she has in her role, and the skills needed to work in a partnerships team.If you’re looking to transition from one industry to another, move overseas to work, or learn how to constantly grow and develop within an organisation, this pod is for you!In today's episode we cover: (00:00) Introduction(04:21) Community Update(08:23) Welcome Chelsea(09:54) Quick Fire Questions(18:59) Chelsea’s start in the Sports Industry(24:12) Series of roles leading into the role at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival(31:28) Challenges of working at the Tokyo Olympics during the COVID period(34:08) Impact of COVID on Toyota’s athlete sponsorships(36:20) Chelsea’s role at Toyota post the Tokyo Olympics(46:38) How did Chelsea realize it was time to make a switch from the AFL(47:47) Chelsea’s Day to Day at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival(49:09) Difference between Chelsea’s current role and her previous role at Toyota(51:25) Skills required to work in a partnerships role(52:25) Chelsea’s advice for people starting a role in partnerships(55:00) ASK SPORTSGRADAdditional episodes you may enjoy 👇#153 - Michael Wolfert Jr (Cincinnati Bengals) - BTS of the Super Bowl#229 - Jordan Iannuzzi (New York Red Bulls) - How to sell sponsorship in the MLSWant to stay up today with all the new podcasts, events, and blogs to help you get a job in sport?👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterNeed help landing a job in sport?👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant to hire the best grads in sport? Let us help you recruit.👉 Help me recruit talentIf you want to learn more about us, connect with us on LinkedIn!Reuben Williams: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reubenjw/Ryan Walker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwalker95/SportsGrad: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportsgrad/Instagram: @sportsgradTikTok: @sportsgrad_This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Sean Callanan, founder of Sports Geek - a Tech and Digital agency that works with sport teams to help commercialise their digital assets.With over 15 years of experience in IT development, and a passion and love for sports, he realised the need to combine the two interests. Now, through Sports Geek, he works with the likes of the NFL, amongst many other teams in Australia and the US.Sean also hosts the Sports Geek Podcast, which explores behind the scenes of the marketing and tech world, and is one of the leading sport business podcasts worldwide. It has been running for over 10 years, with more than 350 episodes produced, including with Mark Cuban, billionaire owner of the NBA team, the Dallas Mavericks.In today’s episode, Sean covers how he has navigated the digital world over the past 15+ years, and how he has made an impact on the sporting landscape through tech. He talks about his business methodology, Digital to Dollars, and how he has found success following it.If you’re curious on how sport teams are maximising technology, turning your passions into your professions, or what it’s like working overseas, make sure you tune in - it’s a great one!In today's episode we cover: (07:46) Community Update(11:51) Welcome Sean(13:51) Quick Fire Questions(24:47) Sean’s career before he started Sports Geek(43:25) What should sports pay more attention to?(46:29) How the Digital to Dollars methodology came into fruition(49:34) The story behind the Sports Geek Podcast(53:06) Podcast Guests that helped Sean post a podcast episode(58:50) Sean’s brief stint in Comedy(01:07:29) How Sean got Mark Cuban on the podcast(01:15:22) Sean’s work with the NFL and their expansion into Australia(01:23:49) Why Sean resonates with the book Shoe Dog(01:26:42) ASK SPORTSGRADAdditional episodes you may enjoy 👇#136 - Rohit Ramasubramanian - How professional teams create new revenue#254 - Guy Redhouse (General Travel Group) - How to work in sports travelWant to stay up today with all the new podcasts, events, and blogs to help you get a job in sport?👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterNeed help landing a job in sport?👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant to hire the best grads in sport? Let us help you recruit.👉 Help me recruit talentIf you want to learn more about us, connect with us on LinkedIn!Reuben Williams: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reubenjw/Ryan Walker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwalker95/SportsGrad: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportsgrad/Instagram: @sportsgradTikTok: @sportsgrad_This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Parth Suri, Community Engagement Manager at the Adelaide Crows FC.Parth made the swap into the sports industry after being a banker for 3 years, and holds the record for the fastest SportsGrad member to land a full-time job - just an impressive 29 days after joining the Community.In today’s episode, he joins us to chat about how he navigated his way into his dream role through utilizing his prior experiences, resources, and connections he made in the Community, and the contrasts he found undergoing the industry transition.If you’re curious about what it takes to swap careers, or the inside scoop on a day at an AFL club, this episode is for you - Parth has mastered how to make work ‘not feel like work’, and shares his tips on how you can feel the same.Make sure you tune in, it’s a great one!In today's episode we cover: (00:00) Introduction(07:50) Community Update(11:15) Highlights of Parth's role at Westpac vs the Adelaide Crows(12:55) Quick Fire Questions(22:01) How Parth landed a role in sport only 29 days after becoming a SportsGrad member(33:24) Parth's role as Community Engagement Manager at the Adelaide Crows(36:00) 'Pinch Me' moments in Parth's time at Adelaide Crows(44:21) What a typical week looks like for Parth(49:49) Essential skills to work as Community Engagement Manager(55:09) Parth's advice to people looking to swap careers into sport(01:00:55) ASK SPORTSGRADAdditional episodes you may enjoy 👇#239: Journey to Head of Community at Melbourne City FC with Sunil Menon#260: Landing jobs at the Brisbane Broncos & FIFA Women's World Cup in 2023 with Maddie ReithWant to stay up today with all the new podcasts, events, and blogs to help you get a job in sport?👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterNeed help landing a job in sport?👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant to hire the best grads in sport? Let us help you recruit.👉 Help me recruit talentIf you want to learn more about us, connect with us on LinkedIn!Reuben Williams: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reubenjw/Ryan Walker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwalker95/SportsGrad: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportsgrad/Instagram: @sportsgradTikTok: @sportsgrad_This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Jason Russell-Jones, Head of Community Legacy Projects at Rugby Australia.Australia is hosting the 2027 and 2029 Men's and Women's Rugby World Cups, and RA has the responsibility of leveraging them to grow the game - Jason is one of the people tasked with making that happen.Jase has an epic background, having worked at the Australian Sports Commission, Cricket Australia, Cricket NSW, and living over in the UK whilst at the England & Wales Cricket Board.Today on the pod, he joins us to talk about how he landed roles at dream organisations, navigating overseas travel, and skills that have contributed to his success. We chat about the impact of mentors, and his vision for Rugby Australia’s legacy.Make sure you tune in, it’s a great one!In today's episode we cover:(00:00) Introduction(13:23) What has been Jason’s favorite role in his career in sport(14:36) Quick Fire Questions(20:47) Jason’s current role with Rugby Australia(25:06) How Jason landed his role at Rugby Australia(30:58) How Jason found his calling for working in sport overseas(35:21) Planning in the lead up to the Rugby World Cups(40:20) Key skills Jason needed to perform in Jason’s role(42:48) The complexities of working with NSO’s and SSO’s(46:57) How Jason received support from his network throughout his career(51:35) What the future looks like for Jason(54:31) Jason’s advice to his younger self(57:53) ASK SPORTSGRADAdditional episodes you may enjoy:#239: Journey to Head of Community at Melbourne City FC with Sunil Menon#254: How to work in sports travel with Guy RedhouseWant to stay up today with all the new podcasts, events, and blogs to help you get a job in sport?👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterNeed help landing a job in sport?👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant to hire the best grads in sport? Let us help you recruit.👉 Help me recruit talentIf you want to learn more about us, connect with us on LinkedIn!Reuben Williams: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reubenjw/Ryan Walker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwalker95/SportsGrad: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportsgrad/Instagram: @sportsgradTikTok: @sportsgrad_This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Sarah Burt, freelance sports journalist, commentator, MC and presenter!Recently, Sarah has moved on from Channel 7 to pursue working for herself, has stepped up to host 3AW’s AFLW broadcast, and also has past experience in media roles at the AFL, The Age Newspaper, Fox Sports, ESPN, and the Hawthorn FC - she has a plethora of experience, and jumps on the pod today to share it with us.She covers all things freelancing, such as what a day in her life looks like, how to navigate the pathway into working for yourself, and how to source jobs. Additionally, she chats about the skills needed to be a journalist, her tips on how to deal with networking (and the nerves that can come with it), and how she prepares for game-days and interviews.This is a great episode if you’re curious on how the sports media industry operates, or you’re wanting to get a taste on the route to freelance work - make sure you tune in!In today's episode we cover:(0:00) - Introduction(07:18) Community Update(14:09) Quick Fire Questions(19:39) What Sarah’s professional career revolves around(27:04) Sarah’s trajectory into sports media(37:04) What goes in to covering an AFLW match day(43:53) Key skills and experiences needed to excel as a Sports Journalist(49:24) Overcoming nerves when walking up to interview people(58:57) Advice Sarah would give her younger self starting out(01:00:22) ASK SPORTSGRADAdditional episodes you may enjoy 👇#244 - Katie Staniforth (Cricket Australia) - Event Manager at Cricket Australia#243 - Tom Hickey (Brisbane 2032 Olympics) - Living the dream at the NFL, IOC & Brisbane 2032 OlympicsWant to stay up today with all the new podcasts, events, and blogs to help you get a job in sport?👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterNeed help landing a job in sport?👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant to hire the best grads in sport? Let us help you recruit.👉 Help me recruit talentIf you want to learn more about us, connect with us on LinkedIn!Reuben Williams: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reubenjw/Ryan Walker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwalker95/SportsGrad: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportsgrad/Instagram: @sportsgradTikTok: @sportsgrad_This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Francesca Teh (or as we call her, Franny), the World Cup Legacy Program Manager at Football Australia.Dubbing her role at FA as ‘one of [her] greatest career decisions so far’, she joins us on the pod today to talk about her role as a Legacy Manager, and the positive impact that working on the FIFA Women’s World Cup has had.In this episode, she covers how she landed her first full-time job at Cricket Australia (whilst at uni), how she determined the path she wanted to follow, and the importance of continually up-skilling and developing, so that you don’t pigeonhole yourself in one area. If you’re interested in women’s sport development, legacy management, events, and operations, or you’re wanting to learn how to land a role at one of your dream organisations, this episode is for you.Franny will also be joining us at the Sydney Meetup on November 16th, so you can come along and meet her! Make sure you tune in, it’s a great one.*In today's episode we cover:(00:00) Introduction(06:48) Community Update(11:54) How Franny got recommended to a role at Cricket Australia while still at Uni(14:10) Quick Fire Questions(18:05) Highlights of working at the FIFA Women’s World Cup(21:29) Franny’s reaction to landing her role with Football Australia(24:42) The sequence of roles prior to the role at Football Australia(27:05) How Franny realised that game development / participation pathway was her way forward in sport(29:27) What does the day of a Legacy Program Manager look like?(33:26) How has Franny’s day to day work changed post the FIFA World Cup(39:19) Challenges/Hurdles Franny faced in her journey(46:43) Skills Franny finds important to perform her role(50:26) What does the future look like for Franny (53:04) Advice for people looking to follow Franny’s path*Additional episodes you may enjoy 👇#247: How to be the Event Manager at Football Australia with Sam Hickson#238: Journey to Sports Diversity & Inclusion Consultant with Rana Hussain*Want to stay up today with all the new podcasts, events, and blogs to help you get a job in sport?👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterNeed help landing a job in sport?👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I failed to hit a 12-month goal and it really bloody stung.I learnt a tough lesson about how NOT to race a half-marathon.At first, I was upset and thought what a waste of all that training when I could have been out seeing the world.But then I realised it actually might be an important bump in the road needed to hit my goal - if I learn from it correctly.So how do you turn a failure into your next success?In today's pod I break down where I went wrong and how you can apply my approach of analysing a failure to succeed in your next goal.*In this episode we cover:(0:00) - Introduction(03:45) - Community Update(05:47) - The process behind running the Lisbon Half-Marathon(09:11) - Melbourne Half Marathon 2022 vs Lisbon Half Marathon 2023(11:12) - How Reuben reflected at his failed PB attempt(17:49) - What Reuben would have done differently(20:11) - A sub-optimal start to race day(25:22) - ASK SPORTSGRAD*Additional episodes you may enjoy 👇#223 - Tom Scollay (Cricket Mentoring) - How to turn your passion into your profession#255 - Reuben Williams - The Career Operating System that changed my life*Want to stay up today with all the new podcasts, events, and blogs to help you get a job in sport?👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad Newsletter:http://www.sportsgrad.com.au/newsletterNeed help landing a job in sport?Become a SportsGrad Member and get exclusive access to hidden job opportunities, networking events, resources and recruiters.👉 Become a SportsGrad Member:http://www.sportsgrad.com.au/communityWant to hire the best grads in sport? Let us help you recruit.👉 Help me recruit talent:https://www.sportsgrad.com.au/hireIf you want to learn more about us, feel free to connect with us on LinkedIn!Reuben Williams: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reubenjw/Ryan Walker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwalke...SportsGrad: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spor...Instagram: @sportsgradTikTok: @sportsgrad_*This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.au*If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and really makes a difference in helping to land guests.Review here: https://apple.co/3ojqo9ZThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Maddie Reith, the ultimate go-getter, who took her Early Childhood profession and turned it into a life in the sports industry…If you’ve ever wanted to work for your favourite sporting team, or land positions at some of the biggest events in the world, then this episode is for you. Maddie takes us through the process of how she ended up as the top Membership Sales person at the Brisbane Broncos, to working at the FWWC, to now leading 700+ people at the Gabba with the O’Brien Group. Learn how to nail those job applications, the importance of being yourself, and how you can find THE FWWC quarter-final penalty shoot-out ball in your house (yes, we freaked out over this too).Maddie is a wealth of knowledge, with tonnes of great tips and tricks - make sure you tune in!In this episode we cover:(0:00) Introduction(01:35) Reuben’s Portugal Experience (09:18) Community Update(12:14) Welcome Maddie(14:00) Quick Fire Questions(18:21) How Maddie realized she wanted to work in sport(20:54) How Maddy got her first sport experience(22:19) How Maddie articulated her transferable skills into sport(24:21) Application Process at Broncos(35:16) Maddie’s experience at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup(39:50) How Maddie secured a match ball from the Australia v France Quarterfinal(46:20) Maddie’s advice for people applying for role in sport(48:25) Maddie’s Day to Day with O’Brien Group at the Gabba(53:57) Advice for people looking to transition into the sport industry(59:50) ASK SPORTSGRADAdditional episodes you may enjoy 👇#208 - Kerry Gassner (MOPT) - How to make a career change into the sports industry#257 - Maddy Ryan (Carlton FC) - How to be a Membership Sales Officer in the AFLWant to stay up today with all the new podcasts, events, and blogs to help you get a job in sport?👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterNeed help landing a job in sport?👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Champion Data, the storytellers behind the game…Something a bit different today - instead of joining you from the studio, we bring you inside the Champion Data HQ in Melbourne, where we went along to meet some of the staff behind the scenes who deliver sports data all over the world.If you’ve ever dreamed of working in sports and data specifically, then this episode might spark some interest.Champion Data provides data-driven insights with high-tech speed and precision, and works closely with sporting organisations, clubs, broadcasters, sponsors, and digital media content providers. They’re behind the data for the AFL, Netball Australia, LIV Golf, and the A-League, just to name a few.This pod is a collection of bite-sized interviews with a number of staff working across data analysis, account management, broadcast design, and much more.By the end of this ep, you’ll have a pretty good knowledge of just some of the jobs you can do at Champion Data. Make sure you tune in!In this episode we cover:(0:00) - Introduction(2:43) - Daniel Hoyne (Senior Analyst) on how Champion Data works with talent such as Fox Footy(10:28) - Corey Mobilio (Sports Analyst) on working with Herald Sun and how a cold email landed him a full time job at CD(13:21) - Aaron Broughman (Data Analyst) on supplying data and reports and working on LIV Golf(16:39) - Scott Disdale (AFL Analyst) on working on the AFL website and app(19:38) - Matt Gloster (Data Analyst) on making insights from data and the creation of Nissan Net Points(23:54) - Chris Burton (Team Leader of Cloud Services) on how CD build data platforms for clients(32:12) - Phil Odlum (Design Lead) on building graphics for TV and Venue to deliver stats and player graphics(45:17) - Tom Pettigrew (Sales Account Manager) on looking after CD’s existing and future clients(51:54) - Christian Eshman (Sports Manager) on managing Netball at CDAdditional episodes you might enjoy:#206 - Libby Owens (Champion Data) - How to get into sports analytics #256 - Meet the Sail GP staff on the ground in Saint-Tropez*Want to stay up today with all the new podcasts, events, and blogs to help you get a job in sport?👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterNeed help landing a job in sport?Become a SportsGrad Member and get exclusive access to hidden job opportunities, networking events, resources and recruiters.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!*This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Chris MacPherson, and his double life as one of the voices of sport.Monday to Friday, Chris works in the insurance industry, but he’s also been a freelance Ground Announcer and MC for the better part of a decade. Chris’ speaking gigs have led him to work with sports like the Newcastle Jets, NSWRL, Cricket NSW, Football NSW, BarTV sport and many more.In this episode, we dive into how Chris created a part-time career in sport that fits around his 9-5 insurance job. He gives advice on how he manages a balance, how to find opportunities when starting out, and how to beat public speaking nerves.If you like the idea of dipping your toe into the sports world without quitting your current job, or if you’re interested in sports media roles, tune into Chris. In this episode we cover:(0:00) - Introduction(1:42) - Community update(7:05) - Welcome Chris(14:01) - How Chris balances his 9-5 with freelance work in sport(17:10) - How he got a start as a ground announcer (23:08) - How Chris handles making mistakes(28:38) - The opportunities for freelance work in sport (35:34) - His work on podcasts(38:11) - Chris’ vision board and aspirations to become an NRL Player Agent(43:11) - Chris’ best public speaking tips(46:53) - His advice for his 20-year-old self(48:14) - #ASKSPORTSGRADAdditional episodes you might enjoy:#124 - Hamish McLachlan (Channel 7) - How to commentate the AFL Grand Final#210 - Brian Taylor (Channel 7/Triple M) - How to be a commentator in the AFL*Want to stay up today with all the new podcasts, events, and blogs to help you get a job in sport?👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterNeed help landing a job in sport?Become a SportsGrad Member and get exclusive access to hidden job opportunities, networking events, resources and recruiters.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant to hire the best grads in sport? Let us help you recruit.👉 Help me recruit talentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!*This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Maddy Ryan, Membership Sales Officer at the Carlton FC.Maddy made a transition into sport earlier this year, following past experience in Marketing and HR.She started off her career in sport, in a Membership role at the Richmond FC before making her way over to Carlton FC. Maddy takes us through the hiring process, how to nail an interview, and what a day in her life consists of.Membership roles are one of the most popular starting points for careers in sport, so in this episode we uncover what that journey looks like and what you need to prepare for, so you, like Maddy, can get your dream job in sport.Make sure you tune in, it’s a great one!In this episode we cover:(00:00) Introduction(06:19) Community Update(08:41) Welcome Maddy Ryan(11:06) Quick Fire Questions(12:57) Maddy’s Career Journey(17:44) Application Process at Richmond FC(21:33) - Similarities in the hiring process at Carlton and Richmond (28:55) - Onboarding process for memberships roles in AFL clubs(33:24) - What a typical day in Maddy’s role looks like (36:05) - Top 3 skills need to succeed in a memberships role(40:22) - Advice for grads looking to work in a memberships role (44:04) - ASK SPORTSGRADAdditional episodes you might enjoy:#208 - Kerry Gassner (MOPT) - How to make a career change into the sport industry#211 - Brant Hubber (AFL) - How to get your dream job at the AFL*Want to stay up today with all the new podcasts, events, and blogs to help you get a job in sport?👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterNeed help landing a job in sport?Become a SportsGrad Member and get exclusive access to hidden job opportunities, networking events, resources and recruiters.👉 Become a SportsGrad MemberWant to hire the best grads in sport? Let us help you recruit.👉 Help me recruit talentFollow us on Instagram and TikTok!*This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.auThanks for listening! You’re all legends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.