Kamil Roy

What is your current job and what does it entail?

I am a content and video editor at WatchMojo, a producer and publisher of online video content. My primary role involves selecting the sound bites and visuals used in the videos (in other words, providing B-roll footage). For example, if a video is about the top moments from a show, I would find the clips from different episodes and choose what will be shown in that video. In addition to being a Content Editor, I am also the Editor-in-Chief of the company’s sports videos. Sports is my biggest passion, and it’s been rewarding to bring the sports content to life. 

Why did you choose Creative Industries and which modules did you choose?

I chose the Creative Industries program because just by reading about it, I could tell there were so many horizons to explore that would help me learn what my interests were and what I wanted to. The ability to explore so many different fields, coupled with the business focus was so key. Being a Creative Industries graduate has even helped me in job interviews because it’s just so unique! I had studied cinema previously, so I naturally gravitated towards the Business of Film as my first module. I chose Storytelling in Media as my second module because it gave me the opportunity to learn more about television.

What do you think is the most valuable thing you’ve learned from the Creative Industries program?

The research element of the program has been really helpful in my current job. That’s everything from knowing which sources are credible, to finding the best pieces of evidence that support my claims. That said, my biggest takeaway was to always be creative and original in everything I do. In any task you’re given, try and have fun and do things in ways that take people by surprise.

What advice would you give to current creative industries students wondering about their professional futures?

Be patient. It may seem tough to find a job or career in the creative industries, but keep at it. When I graduated, I spent at least three hours a day checking positions, polishing my resume, building my network, and speaking to my existing network about what was out there. I wasn’t even sure if my current employer was hiring, but I dropped off my resume and cover letter in person, introduced myself, and within a few weeks, I was able to get a job. That was how I stood out to them. Stay patient and focused, and if you really want it, show that initiative. You have nothing to lose.