Welcome to Open Lab the podcast, a space where we open up conversations about the transition between University life and the design industry. Join us for real-talks with creatives who are sharing their experience and the choices they made with;– What to expect from the transition into industry– What are the different opportunities and roles available – What processes and tools can help you – How to understand business jargon – Plus, soft skills that are required to make meaningful connections with co-workers and clients alike. We also dive deep into side hustles, passion projects and the importance of selfcare and wellbeing.Hosted by Connah Hazelwood and Michael Kelly www.openlab.ac.nzhello@openlab.ac.nz@openlabnz
Imogen Switalla is a Freelance Textile Designer & Illustrator based in Wellington, New Zealand, recently graduating with Honours in Textile Design fro...
Lisa Newman is a recent industrial graduate from Taranaki who graduated with a Bachelor of Design (First Class Hons), majoring in Industrial design at...
Anna Baines is a Fashion Designer based in Wellington, New Zealand. Recently graduated with a Bachelor of Design (Hons), majoring in Fashion Design, m...
Join us on a spiritual, empathic and emotive conversation with Michael Sutherland, from Sutherland Sounds, as we journey into understanding how practi...
Olivia’s brain has been in constant record mode since starting at Capture Studios. She reflects on her honours year and how it helped her grow as a co...
We talk with Spatial graduate turned photographer/videographer Oscar Keys. We learnt that Spatial as a degree can be interpreted in so many different ...
We reflect on what we learnt from our interviews in season 1 and spill the tea on what to expect for season 2. Some helpful advice from season 1 inclu...
We interview Nathan Hall, a previous Open Lab intern and now graduate after completing a Bachelor of Visual Communication Design with Honours. Find ou...
We interview Mette Harker, a previous Open Lab intern and student finishing her final year studying a Bachelor of Visual Communication Design. This is...
We interview Hollie Arnett, the introverted girl boss who took the leap and started her own freelance business at the age of 22 and has been learning ...