Careers Resources

Careers Resources

Rhona Gibson

Rhona Gibson is our adviser for Film and Visual Culture. Use the following resources to explore options with a degree in Film and Visual Culture. If you would like further advice, please make an appointment with Rhona.

Film and Visual Culture

What can I do with my degree? - Film Studies (Prospects)

This article provides an overview of the skills gained throughout your degree, job options, career areas, further study, case studies, contacts and resources.

What can I do with my degree? - English (Prospects)

This article provides an overview of the skills gained throughout your degree, job options, career areas, further study, case studies, contacts and resources.

What Do Graduates Do? (UK)

Find out what graduates in your subject went on to do after graduation. This survey is carried out nationally every year.

"From Aberdeen to..." alumni story - Vivi Brooke (Employer Branding Lead)

The University of Aberdeen boasts a fantastic array of alumni working in diverse industries across the globe. In this article Film and Visual Culture graduate, Vivi Brooke, talks about her experience studying at Aberdeen and career path to date.

School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture UG destination information (2020-21)

Data on what School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture undergraduates were doing 15 months after they finished their studies.

NFTS Scotland (National Film and Television School)

NFTS Scotland delivers the National Film and Television School's world-class training and innovation for the film and television sector in Scotland.

Creative Scotland

Public body that supports the arts, screen and creative industries across all parts of Scotland. Their website has information on the Arts in Scotland, including news, events, funding opportunities and jobs.

Aberdeen Performing Arts

APA promotes exciting live performances and inspiring creative projects at the multi-award winning cultural hub in the North-east of Scotland. There are also regular job openings.

Journo Resources

Details of current job opportunities as well as information on graduate schemes.

Arts, culture and media jobs

Search for jobs in theatre, music, museums, dance, marketing and PR, visual arts, media and culture.

ScreenSkills: Your career

Explore resources designed to help you start or progress your career in film, TV, animation, VFX or games. There are career profiles as well as advice on training, funding and qualifications.

BAFTA Guru

Career advice from professionals working in film, games and television.

BAFTA Scotland

BAFTA Scotland runs a comprehensive and varied events programme, including a Career Close-Up programme.

Working with Words: Alumni stories

This booklet has been created to showcase a range of careers built on words and writing. It features case studies of Aberdeen graduates.

Looking for career options with your degree subject?

Here are some areas you might be interested in:

Don't forget that many graduate jobs are open to people from any degree subject. If you want to find out more, have a look at our Explore your options section or speak to one of our Careers Advisers.