138 episodes

A podcast aiming to demystify the creative industries where Scottish based Script Editor Jamie Mackinlay chats with a range of creatives at different stages of their careers.
This podcast is perfect for anyone interested in the creative industries, particularly those at the start of their careers.
With a wide range of guests from different parts of the creative industries, ’Just Get A Real Job’ filled with fun stories and lots of interesting advice. Celebrating the best of creativity and detailing honestly people’s struggles, triumphs and all round experiences in doing what they love.

Just Get A Real Job Jamie Mackinlay

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A podcast aiming to demystify the creative industries where Scottish based Script Editor Jamie Mackinlay chats with a range of creatives at different stages of their careers.
This podcast is perfect for anyone interested in the creative industries, particularly those at the start of their careers.
With a wide range of guests from different parts of the creative industries, ’Just Get A Real Job’ filled with fun stories and lots of interesting advice. Celebrating the best of creativity and detailing honestly people’s struggles, triumphs and all round experiences in doing what they love.

    Ep. 138 - "What’s It Really Like To Be A Working Actor" with Jessica Regan

    Ep. 138 - "What’s It Really Like To Be A Working Actor" with Jessica Regan

    In Episode 138 Jamie is joined by acclaimed Irish actor Jessica Regan for a fascinating chat. Having been in a number of series & national theatre shows including Doctors, Nowhere Fast, Eastenders & Peep show Jessica is taking her debut show "16 Postcodes" to the Edinburgh Fringe. We chatted about everything from:
    • Forging a career in acting. • How to be a good public speaker. • Irish identity. • Building resilience in a tough industry.
    • Taking a show to the Edinburgh Fringe.• Her advice for upcoming actors & more.

     
     
     
     
    Jessica Reegan
     
    '16 Postcodes' @ Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh: https://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/16-postcodes 
    'Big Speeches': https://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/16-postcodes 
     
    Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com 
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    • 1 hr 5 min
    Ep. 137 - "Lessons from a Decade in Theatre" with Jack Bentinck

    Ep. 137 - "Lessons from a Decade in Theatre" with Jack Bentinck

    In Episode 137, Jamie is joined by Theatre Maker Jack Bentinck. Jack has been part of "Temper Theatre" for the last decade and, after a successful Edinburgh Fringe run, is currently on tour with their latest show, "Home," in China.
    We spoke about everything from:
    How Temper Theatre started
    What he’s learned from a decade of theatre-making
    National identity
    Touring theatre internationally
    The ups and downs of a creative career, and much more
     
    Jack Bentink:
     
    Temper Theatre: https://www.tempertheatre.co.uk/ 
     
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    • 49 min
    Ep. 136 - "Creating an Engaging YouTube Channel" with Ashley Dick

    Ep. 136 - "Creating an Engaging YouTube Channel" with Ashley Dick

    We're back! In Episode 136, Jamie catches up with Filmmaker, Editor, and Content Creator Ashley Dick. Ashley recently launched her new YouTube channel, 'Cinora', and it was great to hear about what she has been up to since the last time she was on the podcast last year.
     
    We chatted about everything from:
     
    ■ The reality of being a Content Creator
    ■ Building an audience on YouTube.
    ■ Why soft skills are so helpful in a creative career
    ■ Embracing mistakes
    ■ Synesthesia and Neurodivergence.  
    ■ Launching Cinora and much more
     
    Ashley Dick:
     
    Screen Scotland: https://www.screen.scot/about 
    'Cinora' on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cinorafilms/videos 
     
    Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com 
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    • 1 hr 9 min
    Ep. 135 - “Directing Your First Comedy Series” with Niamh McKeown (Director & Writer)

    Ep. 135 - “Directing Your First Comedy Series” with Niamh McKeown (Director & Writer)

    In Episode 135, Jamie is joined by Niamh McKeown, the director of the new comedy series 'Dinosaur', which is currently streaming on BBC iPlayer and Hulu. Niamh has also written and directed several shorts and comedy pilots. 
    Niamh shared her insights on:
    Her pathway to becoming a Freelance Director & Writer.
    Directing 'Dinosaur' & the creative process behind it.
    The intricacies of directing a comedy series. 
    The importance of fostering a positive culture on set.
    Portraying a contemporary Scotland on-screen.
    Her valuable advice for aspiring directors & much more.
     
    Niamh McKeown:
     
    Dinosaur on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001ybcl 
    Niamh's Website: https://niamhmck.com/about 
     
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    • 1 hr 5 min
    Ep.134 - "The Highs & Lows of a Creative Career" with Adair Murray

    Ep.134 - "The Highs & Lows of a Creative Career" with Adair Murray

    In episode 134 Jamie sits down with Script Editor & Musician Adair Murray for a fascinating chat about his varied career to date.  
    Adair spoke to us about everything from:
    Moving to London at the age of 16 to pursue a career in Music. 
    Nearly becoming a member of S-Club 7.
    Script Editing and working across two different industries. 
    Learning to love your art for what it is.
    His various work at Hollywooks & River City.
    His return to making Music again and much much more. 
    Adair’s new single ‘No Shame’ is out now! 
    Adair Murray:
    adairmusic | Instagram, TikTok | Linktree
     
    Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com 
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    • 1 hr 1 min
    Ep. 133 - "Poems, Purpose & Imposter Syndrome" with Henry Madd (Spoken Word Artist & Theatre Maker)

    Ep. 133 - "Poems, Purpose & Imposter Syndrome" with Henry Madd (Spoken Word Artist & Theatre Maker)

    In Episode 133, Jamie is joined by Spoken Word Artist and Theatre Maker Henry Madd, who’s currently on tour with his critically acclaimed show ‘The Land of Lost Content’. Henry was the writer-in-residence for Pentabus Theatre Company in 2023 and his work aims to champion rural voices and small-town stories.
     
    Henry spoke to us about everything from: 
     
    Dealing with imposter syndrome.
    The importance of rural voices.
    His approach to writing. 
    How ‘The land of Lost Content’ came about
    Mental fitness and dealing with negative reviews
    The realities of touring
    His advice for his younger self and much more
     
    Henry Madd:
     
    Henry's Website: https://www.henrymadd.com/ 
    'The Booze Blues' (Apples and Snakes: Blackbox) on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLXRo3XzOLk&t=89s&ab_channel=ApplesandSnakes 
     
    Check out our website!: https://www.justgetarealjob.com 
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    • 47 min

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