Project Description

Industry: Creative Industries / Digital

Programme: DYW Fife Schools Programme

Activity Type: Work Inspiration and Preparation / Industry Insight Talk

Businesses involved: DC Thomson

Name of School: Auchmuty High School

 

Auchmuty High School worked with DYW Fife and DC Thomson to give pupils valuable insight into careers in the media industry. Through a session with Craig Graham, Editorial Director of The Beano, Advanced Higher English pupils learned more about the range of careers available in media, the skills needed to succeed, and the different routes into the industry. The session helped pupils connect their classroom learning to real career opportunities in writing and publishing. 

Objectives 

• Enthuse young people about careers in the media industry 

• Show how skills developed in English relate to the workplace 

• Increase awareness of routes and pathways into media careers 

• Give pupils practical advice from an experienced industry professional 

Partners included DC Thomson – Craig Graham, Editorial Director of The Beano, delivered the session and shared insight into careers in writing, publishing and the changing media landscape. 

Learners involved were Advanced Higher English pupils and young people with an interest in writing, publishing and media careers. 

What we did 

Craig Graham visited the school to speak with an Advanced Higher English class about careers in media and professional writing. He shared his own experience of working in the industry and spoke about the different pathways young people can take into media roles. 

The session explored the importance of building connections, developing a strong portfolio and understanding how media organisations continue to evolve in a fast-changing industry. Pupils were able to hear directly from an experienced professional and gain practical advice on how to prepare for future opportunities. 

Outcomes and impact 

Career Awareness 

Pupils gained a better understanding of the range of roles available in media and publishing, and the different ways to enter the industry. 

Skills Insight 

The session helped learners see how the skills developed through English, including writing, communication and creativity, can be applied in the workplace. 

Inspiration and Confidence 

Hearing from an industry professional gave pupils fresh ideas about future careers and practical steps they can take to build experience. 

Pupil Feedback 

“I have an interest in going into media as a career and I felt that this session with Craig helped give me ideas about different avenues I can take.”  Jack

“I really enjoyed the talk with Craig. He had some very good ideas about making connections in the industry and how to develop a portfolio to show to employers.”  Amy