Songwriting Graduate Jonathan now works at Facebook as a Digital Campaign Manager, here he discusses his transition from education into this role.
Show Notes
This podcast features the journey of BA (Hons) Songwriting graduate Jonathan Milanes, from ICMP to an enviable role at Facebook. Jonathan touches on how to adapt to different environments, the importance of networking and understanding that there's more to life than music.
Jonathan's key advice for those finishing their studies is to 'network with everyone' - you don't know who may be able to help you in the future. Take advantage of all of the opportunities available to you at ICMP - events, gigs, socials, 1:2:1s, etc - they all present opportunities for you to expand your network. But... don't forget to have fun throughout!
Also discussed is the importance of learning new skills outside of music and having a Plan B. Focus on skills that will also support your music and art, but may also open doors. This is exactly how he ended up in his current role at Facebook.
What is What's Next??
Ever wonder what ICMP Music School students get up to after they graduate? This series of podcasts explores just that. We'll be interviewing graduates from across our portfolio of music courses in this insightful series.