Due to the current circumstances surrounding Coronavirus (COVID-19) and for the safety of our attendees and contributors, Talent Fest 2020: Jobs Fair will now be taking place virtually.

We know how important it is for our community to come together at this unprecedented time, and thanks to the support of our sponsors and collaborators, we are still able to provide this platform to inform, inspire and (virtually) connect you with industry experts.

Whether you’re looking to take your first step on the digital career ladder, an experienced professional searching for a new opportunity or a change in career, or a freelancer looking for some guidance and support, then sign up to our virtual Jobs Fair and take part!

Here’s a rundown of everything that will be taking place on the day:

Industry talks

We will have a series of talks from industry experts, that you can tune in to throughout the day, to help you find and achieve a fulfilling career in the digital, media and tech sector.

How to Get Started in a Digital Career

Rob Verheul, Managing Director at Graphite Digital

Rob will give an overview of the digital industry, the roles available, and share practical tips on how you can get started in the career path that would suit you best.

Being Agile in Your Career

Caroline Collyer, Head of People at Bright

Career paths rarely take a straight line. In this talk, Caroline will share advice on how to identify the skills you want to maximise, and how to be open to experimenting and exploring new avenues.

How to Use Storytelling to Get the Job You Want

Peter Botting, Storytelling and Speaker Coach

A former business leader (and hirer) and now a storytelling coach working globally, Peter also helps people secure their dream jobs through storytelling. Peter will teach you storytelling skills that will progress your career.

Finding Purpose and Bravery in Your Career

Mo Kanjilal, Sales Director (Consultant) at Kiss The Fish

This talk will empower you to take leaps, tackle personal barriers and pursue that career you really want. It will cover how to navigate your career in a range of organisations from tech corporations where only 20% of the company are women, to software companies with complicated tech, to freelancing for a whole range of companies.

Taking an Entrepreneurial Approach to Your Career

Luke Gibson, Director of Business Operations at Mediatonic

Our careers don't have to be defined by titles or job descriptions, and your dream job might not look the way you expect on the job boards. Luke will talk about his experience of seizing opportunities and carving out unusual roles, and how he went from chopping salmon to entering the weird and wonderful world of a leading games studio.

Finding and Marketing Your USP

Allegra Chapman, Marketing Strategist and Business Coach

Drawing from her own personal experience, Allegra will share her tips on how to navigate the complexity of freelancing in order to identify your USP (Unique Selling Point), and how to promote this to businesses who may benefit from your expertise.

Google Digital Garage

Google will be live-streaming their career masterclass ‘Build Your Personal Online Brand’, where you can learn to identify, build and protect your online presence.

National Careers Service

The National Careers Service is a free, expert and impartial advice and guidance service supporting people with careers, education, employment and training. They will be giving talks on how to create a great CV, how to master your interviewee techniques and will also have a helpline that you can call for a 1-2-1.

Insights from Wired Sussex

Wired Sussex supports digital, media and tech companies all across Sussex, helping them to find great talent for thousands of job roles each year. We have unparalleled insights and understanding into the local digital sector and the fantastic companies that make up this region.

You will be able to call our team on our hotline for a unique opportunity to gain:

• Insights into companies within Sussex’s digital, media and tech sector; who to watch and who’s recruiting
• Tips for effective job hunting and the different ways to find job leads
• Help and support with getting the most from the Wired Sussex Jobs site

Freelance support

Freelancers make up a vital part of our talent base. The Jobs Fair has been curated to provide you with advice, support and contacts to help you develop and grow.

Also, if you are a freelance designer, be sure to register for our Portfolio Clinic.

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Talent Fest 2020: Jobs Fair is part of a week-long skills festival for the digital sector. It is supported by many of the city’s digital and tech companies who are all committed to making the Sussex region the best place for anyone to have a fulfilling digital career.

A huge thanks to our headline sponsor American Express, sponsor Bright and supporters Plus Accounting, Cogapp, Leaders Plus and Buff Motion.

We are committed to supporting diversity and inclusivity in our sector and have worked to make this event open and accessible to all. If you wish to discuss any barriers in engaging with this event, feel free to get in touch: rebecca@wiredsussex.com