Sophia Carey is a freelance photographer and designer working predominantly in portraiture and fashion, whilst also racking up over 250k views on YouTube.

London-based cellist turned photographer Matthew, talks about the transition from hobby to career, maintaining 'team spirit' as a solo creative and mentoring for our A-Team.

Building the SAD GRADS community, full-circle moments and why art should be for everyone.

Berlin-based Ari Liloan, is a Filipino/Italian illustrator pushing boundaries and shunning comfort zones, striving for creative stimulation.

We talk to Ben Clarke, the ‘Lanky but Lovely’ creative intern at Gymshark about internships, side hustles and letting go of perfection.

Leeds-based designer and illustrator Taaryn Brench, talks to The Arena team about her experience with apprenticeships, overcoming adversity and craving creative variety.

Pivoting careers, prioritising family and celebrating female and non-binary creatives.

We talk to the co-founder of DixonBaxi about his creative beginnings, the portfolios that stand out and always being in beta.

London-based Creative Consultant and Educator, Kei Maye, talks about hosting the Creative Champs podcast, her time as a teacher and stepping out your comfort zone.

Co-Founder of The Arena and French/British Graphic Designer, Dom explains why your peers aren’t your competition, how to make the most of your final year & what running this platform means to him.

Wildish & Co’s Strategy Director Sam, talks about landing his first job, the secret to a great pitch and building trust with your clients.

Exploring identity, your creative calling and the highs & lows of social media.

Where to find them, how to secure them and when to leave them. We talk to design recruiter James, about all things jobs.

Conceptual illustrator Ollie shines a light on the world of freelance illustration, life after graduation and getting the work you really want to do.

The Co-Founder and Creative Director of Narrate talks to us about portfolios, industry diversity and getting your foot in the door.

Roar Illustration Agency founder Skye, talks to us about her ‘Artist First’ approach, imposter syndrome and improving awareness of creative careers.

Five small businesses from The Arena community, tell us why they love what they do and how it all started.

We talk to the founders of Fresh Meet and London hosts of The Design Kids, about supporting young creatives during 2020.

From interning at Accept & Proceed, to launching Polish Design Scene. We talk to the graphic designer cutting through in a world of visual noise.

We discuss the pros and cons of a Photography degree, the pressures of social media and groundbreaking passion projects.