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The SportsGrad Podcast#337: How Dante beat 99% of Grads to land his dream job at Cricket AustraliaMeet Dante McDonald, the Customer Experience Operations Coordinator at Cricket Australia.In this episode, we follow Dante’s journey with SportsGrad and how he was able to get a job at Cricket Australia in only 16 days and another one only a couple months later.We breakdown how he joined SportsGrad and the connections he made with some of SportsGrad’s South Australian members to get work at the Adelaide Lightning and the Adelaide Crows. We also discuss his current role at Cricket Australia and what he’s been up to at the Ashes in Per...
2025-11-301h 04
The SportsGrad Podcast#324: How to turn a Law and Communications degree into a marketing role at the AFL with Veronica Steer (Sydney SportsGrad Meetup)Transitioning from a law and communications degree into a marketing role is a huge leap, however for Veronica Steer, she made it happen.In this episode taken from the recent SportsGrad Meetup in Sydney, AFL Marketing Manager Veronica Steer takes us through her career transition and what it truly takes to market Australian Football in growth markets like Sydney and Queensland.If you’re wanting to learn more about what it takes to work in sports marketing, this episode is for you.ABOUT THE GUEST:Meet Veronica Steer, Marketing Manager at...
2025-07-0627 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#323: SportsGrad Melbourne Meetup Panel, Featuring Bianca Litchfield from Collingwood FC, Brant Hubber from the AFL, and Pruthvi Shivaram from Gemba“I’m still learning to fully understand the sports industry”That was Pruthvi Shivaram at this past Thursday’s Meetup in Melbourne, where we hosted a panel featuring not only Pruthvi, but Brant Hubber and Bianca Litchfield.In this chat, we go through a range of topics, including each of the panelists career journey’s and some valuable career advice for people from all perspectives, among other things.If you’re in the UK and want to meet people in sport, come to our final SportsGrad Meetup in London on Wednesday July 3 here.
2025-06-301h 00
The SportsGrad Podcast#322: SportsGrad Adelaide Meetup Speaker Panel, Featuring Brad Humphrey from the SANFL, Peter Giannes from Volleyball SA, and Christian Rodriguez from Football Australia“I’ll give you a job tomorrow cause I need people now”.That was SANFL Head of Game Development Brad Humphrey at our recent Adelaide SportsGrad Meetup, where we were treated to 3 panelists who spoke on the night about topics ranging from AI in sport, to what they look for when hiring new staff. This is a must-listen if you’re wanting to understand the sports industry from 3 unique perspectives.If you’re wanting to still get involved in SportsGrad Meetups, grab your free ticket hereABOUT THE PANEL:Brad...
2025-06-221h 06
The SportsGrad PodcastHow to join cohort #2 of the SportsGrad MethodTo join the next cohort, start by registering for this webinar on April 14: https://lu.ma/g4wjow28Want a job in sport? Click here.Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast, hosted by Reuben Williams, ex-Cricket Australia employee, career coach, public speaker, content creator and Founder of SportsGrad. On this podcast you’ll hear how to find your perfect role, grow your network, win job applications, scale your personal brand, create opportunities for yourself, and land your dream job in sport. Plus the many failures and lessons Reuben has learned from landing a dream jo...
2025-04-0329 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#309: How I landed a dream job at Cricket Australia | Reuben Williams, Founder of SportsGradIt’s about time I reintroduced myself! Today I’m going to share with you my journey in sport. Before diving headfirst into SportsGrad I experienced the unrelenting grind and overwhelming relief of breaking into sport.We’re talking failed exams, fired from jobs, dropping out of uni, internships in France, a dream job at Cricket Australia, travelling the country with international teams, and much more.If you’re wondering who is this Reuben guy behind SportsGrad, well this episode reveals all.Enjoy!We cover:06:27 – Dropping out and strugg...
2025-03-0949 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#308: How to land a job in sport in 2025Landing a job in sport shouldn't feel like pushing a boulder uphill. Dive into this ep to hear how Reuben breaks it down very simply to give you a framework for success.We cover:(03:27) Community update(04:28) Events to look out for in 2025(06:38) How to get a job in sport in 2025(23:38) 'The SportsGrad Method' launching in 2025To apply for The SportsGrad Method, take the career audit.If you like this ep, give these a go next:#300...
2024-12-2228 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#293: Careers in Sports Broadcasting with Lucy & Emma Race from Making The CallMeet Lucy and Emma Race, sisters who are the co-founders of Making The Call.If you haven’t heard of Making The Call, it’s an organisation that develops and delivers pathway programs for women and non binary people in sports media.Additionally, they’re co-creators of the award winning The Outer Sanctum Podcast, and between them, they are public speakers, broadcasters, board members and producers - just all-round media weapons!Today we dive deep into their cohort program, Making The Call, how it came to be, where they found the in...
2024-07-141h 18The SportsGrad Podcast#292: Best of #ASKSPORTSGRAD (part two)Welcome to part 2 of our 2 part ‘Best of Ask SportsGrad’ episodes!This is a collection of the most popular questions asked by you guys that have made it to Ask SportsGrad. Today we’re going to dive into your top questions specifically around job hunting, networking and using LinkedIn. You’ll learn how to find experience when you can’t get any, how to job hunt if you’ve just moved to Australia, what to do if you’re not qualified but really want the job, how to network, and how to find mentors.
2024-07-0745 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#291: Best of #ASKSPORTSGRAD (part one)Welcome to part 1 of our 2 part ‘Best of Ask SportsGrad’ episodes!This is a collection of the most popular questions asked by you guys that have made it to Ask SportsGrad.Today we’re going to dive into your top questions specifically around cover letters and interviewing. You’ll learn how to stand out in a cover letter, how to make sure you get to the interview stage, and how to follow up after an application if you don’t hear back. Then on the interview front, we answer your questions on interview nerves, pr...
2024-06-3035 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#290: Inside the 2025 FISU World University Games with Mirinda KidmanMeet Mirinda Kidman, Manager of Delegation Services for the FISU World University Games 2025.If you’ve never heard of FISU before, this episode is going to open your world to one of the largest employers in the sports industry - university sport. Based out of Germany in the Rhine-Ruhr region, the 2025 games will host over 10,000 athletes and officials from 170 countries across 12 days.In this episode, we dive into the World Uni Games, the second largest multi-sport event in the world after the olympics, and you’ll learn how Mirinda crafted her career to this...
2024-06-2359 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#289: How to move from London to Australia and work in Sports Marketing | George Ludlow's journey to GembaInterested in making the move to Australia to land a job in sport? Meet George Ludlow, an Account Manager at Gemba who has just made the move from London!George has transformed his life from leaving behind a career in property he wasn’t passionate about, to now working on some of the most lucrative partnerships in Australian sport, including Toyota’s sponsorship of the AFL, Australia’s biggest sport. To arrive at what he describes as his dream job, George started his quest for a role in sport in Australia almost 8 months ago and has been e...
2024-06-1647 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#288: How to be a Champion Data Competitions Coordinator with Ashleigh Newton-SpenceMeet Ashleigh Newton-Spence, the Competitions Coordinator at Champion Data. If you’re not familiar with Champion Data, they’re the company behind the statistics of some of your favourite sports - think the AFL, Netball Australia and LIVGolf! Ash has been with Champion Data for over 8 years, and previous to this worked in radio production, and at Channel 10 as a Production Assistant. She’s also one of our beloved SportsGrad Pro Members, so make sure to connect with her inside the Community.Lots to look out for including how to manage...
2024-06-0957 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#287: How to work in Sports Sponsorship with Jeffrey Leong from MKTG Sports + EntertainmentMeet Jeffrey Leong, the Sponsorship Manager at MKTG Sports + Entertainment. He has over 5 years of experience in Sports Marketing, currently managing brands such as Great Southern Bank and Cadbury. Through this, he leverages their partnerships through rights-holders such as the Brisbane Heat, Carlton FC, Football Australia & Rugby Australia. Lots to look out for including how to work in sponsorship management and what it’s like working in sports marketing!This episode is what we call a ‘Career Q&A’ and is a taste of the online events you get access to as...
2024-06-0251 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#286: Inside the GWS Giants Social Media strategy with Jacob GaynorMeet Jacob Gaynor, the Social Media Manager of the most followed club account in the AFL, the GWS Giants.They have attracted attention this season by taking an approach that some see as a little bit edgy, however the numbers speak for themselves. The Giants have topped the list for follower growth in 2024, gaining 10k more than second place, Collingwood FC.The Giants have been very deliberate about their challenger brand, and Jacob holds nothing back about what goes into what you see on the surface.Plus, for those Social...
2024-05-261h 02
The SportsGrad Podcast#285: Journey to Team Manager of a Super Netball Club with Leigh SouthernMeet Leigh Southern, the Team Manager of the newest professional team in Melbourne, the Melbourne Mavericks Super Netball Club. If you’re looking to work in operations in sport, team management, or want to know how people have made career changes into sport, you’re going to love Leigh’s story. Leigh started his career in the tourism industry, but after a while realised it just wasn’t for him. Not one to sit back, he did his research and came across a company called Stage & Screen, and began working on their Cricket Australi...
2024-05-1958 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#284: Journey to Football Operations Manager at the Sydney Swans with Steph MaioloMeet Steph Maiolo, the Football Operations Manager at the Sydney Swans Football Club.Over the past 6 years, she’s climbed her way up the ladder at the Swans, starting as an intern, to a coordinator, to now a manager! Lots to look out for including how to work in football operations and the skills you need to do so.If you enjoy this chat with Steph, come along to the Sydney SportsGrad Meetup on May 16th, where she’ll be one of our guest speakers! You can grab a ticket via our website link...
2024-05-1233 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#283: How to get your first full-time role in sport with Hayley GormanMeet Hayley Gorman, the Workforce Coordinator at UniSport Australia, and one of our beloved SportsGrad Members!We met Hayley last year in October when she joined the Community, and was working part-time for the Bicycle Network. Since then, she’s gone to land her first full-time role, as well as become a super active and well-known member within SportsGrad.Lots to look out for including how to land your first full-time job in sport, tips to improve your networking and leadership skills, what it’s like moving interstate for a job, and how bein...
2024-05-0539 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#282: How to be a Formula 1 Content Creator with Kimerah RamnathMeet Kimerah Ramnath, Formula 1 Content Creator, who specialises in F1 fashion, pop-culture, and insightful commentary.In less than two years, she has grown a community of over 48,000 followers, and amassed over 5 million likes, driven by a passion for inclusivity and empowerment of women in motorsport.Lots to look out for including how to work for yourself in content creation, the skills needed to cultivate a passionate community, and what it’s like working so close to the F1 action.You can find her on TikTok at @f1kimiz and on IG...
2024-04-2845 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#281: Journey to Head of Media Rights at Cricket Australia with Abhi ArunachalamMeet Abhi Arunachalam, the Head of Media Rights at Cricket Australia.Abhi started his career as a corporate lawyer, then after 6 years in private practice he made the jump to sport, landing a secondment role at the AFL as an in-house Lawyer. This gave him a foot into sport and launched his career at Cricket Australia.In Abhi’s 9 years at CA, he’s made a few internal moves, proving you don’t have to sit still in the job you’ve got. When he started at CA, he joined as a Legal Counsel...
2024-04-211h 09
The SportsGrad Podcast#280: How to get a sports marketing job in the English Premier League with Alex KingMeet Alex King, the Senior Marketing Executive at Premier League Club, Crystal Palace, and one of our SportsGrad Pro Members.Only 2 years ago, he was a uni graduate who had a dream of working in football full time, and after a Marketing Internship at West Ham United, he’s now smashing goals in a full-time role at Palace.Lots to look out for, including how to land your first full-time job in sport, how to stand out in an internship, and what it’s like working in the English Premier League. We...
2024-04-1457 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#279: How to be a freelance videographer in sports with Michael BarkerMeet Michael Barker, freelancer videographer, photographer and the Co-Founder and Director of Two Times Creative.Previously, he has worked at Hoop City, Carlton FC, and the NBL, working in all things digital - think production, editing, social media marketing, graphic design, and more.He also has a newsletter, runs classes and uses his socials to teach people how they can level up their digital knowledge. Lots to look out for, including how you can work as a freelancer, how to break into the creative side of sports (without any formal training), and the...
2024-04-0759 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#278: How to become a SportsGrad Member in 2024Hello and welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast!Today we’ve got a solo pod, where we’re diving into what the SportsGrad Community is and how you can be a part of it. The Rookie Community is re-opening on the 14th of May, and we want to make sure that you’re fully across it and how it can benefit you!We created the SportsGrad Community because a major problem with careers in sport, is that it’s so heavily reliant on your network. You probably always hear the phrase “who you know is more im...
2024-03-3140 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#277: Journey from Event Coordinator in Melbourne to NFL Stadium Director for the Jacksonville Jaguars with Eray SabanMeet Eray Saban, the Assistant General Manager of ASM Jacksonville and the Director of EverBank Stadium, home to the Jacksonville Jaguars.As you’ll learn in this episode, Eray is no stranger to a large stadium and event, and all of the challenges that come with it. From sports games, to sell-out concerts, to dealing with the FBI, his job is to make sure that every attendee has a safe and enjoyable experience.Previously, his roles have included Event Operations Manager at Kai Tak Sports Park in Hong Kong, Stadium Event Manager at Ma...
2024-03-241h 11
The SportsGrad Podcast#276: How to land a dream job at FIFA with Jack ColesMeet Jack Coles, Project Lead at FIFA Sound.FIFA Sound organises all of the music you hear for FIFA, whether that be the brand music on TV, music for the ceremonies and fan festivals, or working alongside artists and the music industry - to create an atmosphere and identity at all FIFA events.In today’s episode, Jack walks us through what it’s like to work at the FIFA headquarters, what his role involves, and how they work to create a lasting impact at FIFA tournaments.Lots to look out...
2024-03-171h 00
The SportsGrad Podcast#275: Running match days at the Richmond Football Club with Shayla ClarkeMeet Shayla Clarke, Audience Growth & Engagement Coordinator at the Richmond Football Club. Shayla started her career with the Tigers, and over 6 years tasted premiership success, as well as growth in multiple roles. Lots to look out for including how to get a job in the AFL, how to progress and be promoted at work, what it’s like working at the MCG on match days for close to 100,000 fans, and how to engage the huge fan base of the Richmond footy club. We cover:(01:00) Who is Shayla Clarke?(01:52) What’s happening in th...
2024-03-1047 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#274: How Chloe Dalton built The Female Athlete Project from 0 to 125k+ followersMeet the legend that is Chloe Dalton, Founder of The Female Athlete Project. Chloe's remarkable journey as an athlete and an advocate includes clinching a gold medal in Rugby 7s at the Rio 2016 Olympics, and growing The Female Athlete Project to 125k followers.Chloe is an outstanding leader championing gender equality and empowering female athletes worldwide, using her platform to elevate the visibility of women’s sports.Chloe’s now a 2x published author, and The Female Athlete Project has become Australia's fastest-growing women’s sport platform.Plenty to look out fo...
2024-03-031h 02
The SportsGrad Podcast#273: Journey from Paralympian to Disability Sport Australia Manager with Elle SteeleMeet Elle Steele, the National Project Manager for Disability Sports Australia’s ‘Building Inclusive Sport Clubs’ Program. Beyond her day-to-day gig, Elle is also a Paralympian, Founder, TEDx speaker, and inclusion advocate. If you're interested in a career in the diversity & inclusion space, you're going to love this episode.We dive deep into her main initiative, the ‘Building Inclusive Sport Clubs’ program, where her goal is to promote the access and inclusion of people with disabilities in sporting clubs across Australia.Heaps to look out for, including Elle’s career journey, how t...
2024-02-251h 05
The SportsGrad Podcast#272: Journey to General Manager of Marketing & Corporate Affairs at Queensland Cricket with Pete LockMeet Pete Lock, the General Manager of Marketing and Corporate Affairs at Queensland Cricket.Pete has over 10 years of experience within cricket, overseeing the commercial, sponsorship, hospitality, marketing, digital, and communications for Queensland Cricket/Brisbane Heat.In this episode, he deep dives into what it’s like leading the most followed social media sports team in Oceania, his career journey that has lead to his role as a General Manager, and what it was like when they signed on AB de Villiers!Lots to look out for including how to pr...
2024-02-181h 02
The SportsGrad Podcast#271: From Legal Aid to Rio Olympics and SailGP in Media OperationsMeet Barbara Sikorski, the Global Head of Media Operations at SailGP.Barbara is far from a stranger to international events. Previous to SailGP, she has worked at the likes of the 2016 Rio Olympics, the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, 2020 Tokyo Olympics, and the International Paralympic Committee.She is now on the epic team at SailGP, where she manages everything to do with the media operations for the global event.Lots to look out for in this episode, such as what it’s like working at major events all over the world, lessons sh...
2024-02-111h 06
The SportsGrad Podcast#270: From International Student to on field with the Australian Cricket teamMeet Ankita Karungalekar, Sports Presenter for the Mumabi Indians, Cricket Australia, and KOJO.Reuben met Ankita on a whim at the end of 2022, where she told him that being a Cricket Presenter was her 2 year goal. Inspired by Rana Hussain presenting at the T20 World Cup in Adelaide, she thought to herself, “why couldn’t I do this too?”.Less than a year later, she found herself standing on the same oval, doing the same thing as her inspiration and now mentor.She is also killing it in the social media...
2024-02-041h 11The SportsGrad Podcast#269: 2023 Highlights and ReflectionsHello and welcome to the last SportsGrad episode of 2023!We can’t believe how fast this year has flown by, and we have a lot to unpack - from the nitty-gritty of how SportsGrad levelled up, to juggling goals, and simply tackling life.In today’s episode, we recap on all of our favourite moments from the year, answer questions from the Community, and chat about learnings and goals for the year to come. Additionally, Reuben and Ryan dive into how they navigated their personal lives, such as Reuben dealing with his sexual assault case comi...
2023-12-171h 07
The SportsGrad Podcast#267: 10 years at Toyota on the brand side of sport sponsorships with Chelsea GuyMeet Chelsea Guy, Partnerships Manager and Digital Marketing Specialist - she has over 10+ years of experience working with Toyota Australia, and now with major events at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.Chelsea is no stranger to a huge partnership, with her role at Toyota leading her to work with the likes of the AFL, and the Australian Olympic Committee.From the reception and admin team at Toyota, she worked her way up to Senior positions through internal promotions, which led her to living both around Australia, and in Japan to work on the Tokyo Olympics.
2023-12-031h 01
The SportsGrad Podcast#266: The Sports Geek story with Sean Callanan - Growing sports digital, 10 years of podcasting, and the NFL's Australian expansionMeet Sean Callanan, founder of Sports Geek - a Tech and Digital agency that works with sport teams to help commercialise their digital assets.With over 15 years of experience in IT development, and a passion and love for sports, he realised the need to combine the two interests. Now, through Sports Geek, he works with the likes of the NFL, amongst many other teams in Australia and the US.Sean also hosts the Sports Geek Podcast, which explores behind the scenes of the marketing and tech world, and is one of the leading sport...
2023-11-261h 34
The SportsGrad Podcast#265: From Westpac to the Adelaide Crows FC in 29 days with Community Engagement Manager, Parth SuriMeet Parth Suri, Community Engagement Manager at the Adelaide Crows FC.Parth made the swap into the sports industry after being a banker for 3 years, and holds the record for the fastest SportsGrad member to land a full-time job - just an impressive 29 days after joining the Community.In today’s episode, he joins us to chat about how he navigated his way into his dream role through utilizing his prior experiences, resources, and connections he made in the Community, and the contrasts he found undergoing the industry transition.If you’re curious abou...
2023-11-191h 07
The SportsGrad Podcast#264: Journey to Rugby Australia from the ECB and Cricket AustraliaMeet Jason Russell-Jones, Head of Community Legacy Projects at Rugby Australia.Australia is hosting the 2027 and 2029 Men's and Women's Rugby World Cups, and RA has the responsibility of leveraging them to grow the game - Jason is one of the people tasked with making that happen.Jase has an epic background, having worked at the Australian Sports Commission, Cricket Australia, Cricket NSW, and living over in the UK whilst at the England & Wales Cricket Board.Today on the pod, he joins us to talk about how he landed roles at dream organisations...
2023-11-121h 02
The SportsGrad Podcast#263: Journey to become a Sports Journalist with Sarah BurtMeet Sarah Burt, freelance sports journalist, commentator, MC and presenter!Recently, Sarah has moved on from Channel 7 to pursue working for herself, has stepped up to host 3AW’s AFLW broadcast, and also has past experience in media roles at the AFL, The Age Newspaper, Fox Sports, ESPN, and the Hawthorn FC - she has a plethora of experience, and jumps on the pod today to share it with us.She covers all things freelancing, such as what a day in her life looks like, how to navigate the pathway into working for yo...
2023-11-051h 05The SportsGrad Podcast#261: What to do when you don't hit your goalsI failed to hit a 12-month goal and it really bloody stung.I learnt a tough lesson about how NOT to race a half-marathon.At first, I was upset and thought what a waste of all that training when I could have been out seeing the world.But then I realised it actually might be an important bump in the road needed to hit my goal - if I learn from it correctly.So how do you turn a failure into your next success?...
2023-10-2230 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#255: Transformative Goal Setting - The Career Operating System that changed my lifeToday’s pod is a very special recording of a live workshop I ran last week, specifically tailored to Young Professionals in sport, to help those currently working, level up and hit some epic career goals.If you’re like I once was and you set goals (or aren’t sure how to), and forget to revisit them and drop off, this workshop is for you. I struggled with the same issues, and found goal setting overwhelming, so I read a lot of books, did a lot of trial and error, and came up with a system...
2023-09-1047 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#252: What it's like to work on the FIFA Women's World Cup with Media Volunteer, Vi TruongMeet Vi Truong, a journalism student who landed a Media and Broadcasting role at the FIFA Women’s World Cup.Still in the first year of her degree, Vi’s experience involves roles at the FWWC, a journalism internship at the Ministry of Sport, and now a Digital Media Assistant position at UniSport Australia. She jumps on the pod to talk about how she received the gig at the FWWC, a day in the life on the Media team, her best tips for group interviews, how she networks in the industry, and how she c...
2023-08-2054 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#248: SportsGrad in Europe | Le Tour De France , IOC, UEFA and moreThis week Reuben & Ryan catch up to discuss the latest from Reuben’s European adventure, as well as updates to the SportsGrad Community and upcoming events.Tune into learn what Reuben observed from a Fan, Commercial, and Operational POV from 2 days at Le Tour de France, plus what it’s like to work in Lausanne, Switzerland (AKA the sporting federation hub of the world) after he was treated to visits to the International Olympic Committee and UEFA.Closer to home, Ryan checks in with updates on all the Members working at the FIFA Wome...
2023-07-2339 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#246: SportsGrad in London - Meetup debriefThis week on the pod we recap what was an EPIC London meetup. Tune in to hear just how it went, who was there, and what we loved.Plus, hear what it’s like to go to Wimbledon (plus the 8.5 hour queue) & check-in with Ryan at SportsGrad HQ!*Want to stay up today with all the new podcasts, events, and blogs to help you get a job in sport?👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterNeed help landing a job in sport?...
2023-07-0933 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#245: SportsGrad in London - What Reuben's been up to in the UKThis week Reuben & Ryan catch up to chat all things SportsGrad in the UK, what Reuben’s been up to, who he’s been meeting, random opportunities that have come his way, plus what it’s like to attend the Lord’s Test match and why he got kicked out of the ground…*Want to stay up today with all the new podcasts, events, and blogs to help you get a job in sport?👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterNeed help landing a job in sport?Become a S...
2023-07-0235 minThe SportsGrad PodcastA (month late) quarterly check-inG'day friends!This ep is all about lifting the lid on SportsGrad and letting you under the hood.Today we're checking in with each other, how we're feeling, what we're up to, and what we're looking forward to.We cover:Reuben & Ryan reflections on 2023 so farPersonal development and habitsChanges to SportsGrad Job BoardChanges to SportsGrad CommunityMeetupsReuben's work and travel world tourAdditional episodes you might enjoy:#169: How we turned a podcast into a startup (April 2022)#150: 5 things we...
2023-05-0739 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#237: How Josh Growden launched The Kicking ConsultantMeet Josh Growden, the founder of The Kicking Consultant, who’s built a business and gained a social media following of over 80k in just a few years.After being drafted by GWS in 2011, and spending 4 years as a punter at LSU and West Virginia University, it’s fair to say Josh knows how to kick a long ball.Tune in for an insight into Josh’s journey, all things launching a small business in the sports industry and even some tips on how to kick the perfect drop punt!We cov...
2023-04-3054 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#236: Sports Marketing Consultant career journey (so far!) with Danny BowerinMeet Danny Bowerin, a Sports Marketing Consultant with 23+ years of experience.If you reckon you’d love to grow your favourite sport and make a positive impact on the world, listen up.Danny’s career covers the London Olympic Games, Golf Australia, Sports Marketing Agencies, and recently Deakin Sport, where one of his portfolio sponsorships is… yours truly, the SportsGrad Podcast!!!Yep, Danny’s the reason behind the partnership.Tune in for a deep dive into Danny’s career, plus get the lowdown on all things SG x Deakin.
2023-04-231h 24
The SportsGrad Podcast#235: How to be the Head of Legal at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup with Emily JacksonMeet Emily Jackson, the Head of Legal at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, or as we like to call it, the coolest legal job in Australia since the Olympics.EJ shares her path to this dream job, what the role looks like, and the skills she uses to be one of the best leaders in the industry.If you’re interested in sports law, excited to hear about the FWWC, or just looking to learn from the best, tune into today’s podcast.We cover:(0:0...
2023-04-161h 06
The SportsGrad Podcast#234: From Sport Management student to Global Event Manager with Cormac RablLooking for a career that lets you travel the world while working in the thrilling world of sports? Look no further! Follow in the footsteps of Cormac Rabl and work in event management.It can take you to incredible destinations such as England for the Rugby World Cup, Gold Coast for the Commonwealth Games, Qatar for the FIFA World Cup, New Zealand for the World Masters Games and beyond. Ready to join the exciting world of Sports Event Management? Tune into today's podcast to learn more!We co...
2023-04-091h 05
The SportsGrad Podcast#233: How to be the Chief Media Officer at Formula E with Aarti DabasMeet Aarti Dabas, the Chief Media Officer at Formula E.In this episode, we learn about her journey from journalist to Exec at the ICC and Formula E. She discusses Formula E's purpose-driven approach and the challenges of promoting a new sport to a younger audience. Aarti also highlights the importance of diversity and using sport as a tool to create positive change.Tune in for an inspiring conversation!Aarti’s Experience:Chief Media Officer (Formula E)Head of Media Rights, Broadcast & Digital (ICC)Producer (IMG, Ten Sports, and IC...
2023-04-021h 08
The SportsGrad Podcast#232: How to be the AFL Chief Photographer with Michael WillsonMeet Michael Willson, Chief Photographer at the AFL. Chances are you’re already familiar with his work, Michael’s captured some of THE most iconic AFL photos in the last 16 years - Think the Taylor Harris kick, Lance Franklin’s 1000th goal, and more.In this pod we cover how Michael got his start via grassroots football, what he packs into his kit bag each game, and how he captures the big moments for millions to enjoy. If you’d love to be a sports photographer or want to know the stor...
2023-03-261h 12
The SportsGrad Podcast#231: Journey to Commercial Partnerships Coordinator at Golf Australia with Clayton HendersonMeet Clayton Henderson, the Commercial Partnerships Coordinator at Golf Australia.8 months ago Clayton was career coached by Reuben on the pod. A few months later he landed a full-time job in sport.In this episode learn the steps Clayton took to break into the industry, what it's like to work in Golf and rubbing shoulders with Cam Smith and how he overcame the challenge of being a job hunter.We cover:(0:00) Introduction(04:06) SG Community Update(07:38) Clayton's career journey(14:42) What Clayton did to...
2023-03-1255 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#230: Performance Analysis at Collingwood Super Netball with Bianca LitchfieldMeet Bianca Litchfield, Performance Analyst (AFLW & Netball) at the Collingwood Football Club, and a young inspiration for women in the sports industry.We chat about the journey to her dream job, what it’s like travelling with a Super Netball team, how to analyse the performance of Netballers, female inspirations in working in the sports industry, and what can be done to promote gender equality in sport.Tune in for a BTS insight from one of the very best young guns in sport.Bianca’s experience:Gymnastics coach (2 years)Rowi...
2023-03-0546 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#229: How to sell sponsorship
in the MLS with Jordan Iannuzzi“Was I confident from the beginning, No! But you learn to get gritty and where to find those deals”Jordan Iannuzzi, Senior Manager of Corporate Partnerships at the New York Red Bulls (MLS) is on the pod to share his story.Look out for his journey working in the MLS, MLB and NBA, leveraging volunteer experience, understanding the sales cycle, what a day in Commercial Sales looks like.Tune in for an insight to selling sponsorship in the biggest sports market in the world!!Jordan’s experience:Corpor...
2023-02-261h 01
The SportsGrad Podcast#228: Journey to Chief Content Officer at SailGP with Melissa LawtonGoogle: How do I work close to the action in the sports industry all over the world?A: Follow Melissa Lawton’s career journey.If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to work in the social and broadcast side of sport, you’ll love this chat with the Chief Content Officer of SailGP, Melissa Lawton.Learn how Melissa’s career started at the Sydney Olympics, took her to India, China, Austria with Redbull, New York with Meta, and now London.So many lessons on growing new audienc...
2023-02-191h 03
The SportsGrad Podcast#227: How to be a Performance Analyst for Pro Tennis Players with Shane LiyanageDo you dream of working with elite athletes?If you’re the analytical type, a career as a Performance Analyst could be just for you. To find out exactly how to get there and what it’s like, we’ve called on Shane Liyange, the champion Analyst of Australian Open winner, Aryna Sabalenka.Shane’s experience:Bachelor of Laws / Masters of Sport AnalyticsParalegal at Norton Rose FulbrightFinancial Analyst at Australian Federal GovernmentBusiness Analyst at Victorian State GovernmentAnalytics Lead at Cricket AustraliaPerformance Data Scientist at Tennis AustraliaFounder and Principal Consultant at Data Driven Sports A...
2023-02-121h 01The SportsGrad Podcast#226: What it's like to be at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar (ft. Football Australia Chairman, Chris Nikou)Want to know what it's actually like to be at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar?This World Cup has caused more headlines than any other in history, but are they all accurate?Reuben has been there for 2 weeks and checks in with Ryan to share exactly what he's experienced.Plus he caught up for an interview with Football Australia Chairman, Chris Nikou to chat all about the impact of Australia's success.We cover:- The stadiums and infrastructure of Qatar- Mixing...
2022-12-0535 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#225: T20 World Cup tournament time jobs with Jack Lloyd & Harrison OrchardWhen a tournament rolls around, it's all hands on deck to deliver the show. No matter what your day job is.Today we shed light on four tournament-time jobs from four people (including us!) who have just wrapped up at the ICC T20 World Cup.We cover:(7:07) - What an Event Presentation Lead does(13:31) - What a Host City Liaison Officer does(20:15) - What a Marketing Lead looks does(26:24) - What a Team Liaison Officer does(35:52) - All the action from the latest...
2022-11-1450 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#224: Member & Fan Services jobs: what you need to knowHello friends!Are you the ultimate people person?Then a job in member & fan services could be for you!Better still... These roles are the perfect stepping stone to launch your career in sport.Get the INs and OUTs of this gig on today's bitesize pod!**Want to stay up today with all the latest job opportunities, Q&As with professionals, new podcasts, and networking opportunities? 👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterGot a caree...
2022-11-0907 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#223: How to turn your passion into your profession with Tom ScollayEveryone ought to have a coach like Tom Scollay.Meet @scolls5, the cricket coach behind @cricketmentoring taking social media by storm, and helping young cricketers reach their full potential.Tom turned to coaching when his professional career was cut short. Now, he helps some of the best players in Australia stay at their best, including Josh Philippe, Jake Weatherald and Jon Wells.Plus his social media following is casually beyond 200k!!We cover:(00:00) - Introduction (8:16) - Tom’s professional cricket career that left him...
2022-11-071h 05The SportsGrad Podcast#222: What it's like to be an Executive Director at FIBAHello friends!Ever wondered what life is like at the top? Must be nice, right?Well to get a proper overview we asked Executive Director of FIBA Oceania, Amanda Jenkins!Tune in to learn exactly what it's like leading an International body, and decide for yourself if it's still for you.---Additional episodes you might enjoy:#157: Amanda Jenkins (FIBA) - From graduate to Executive Director in 8 years#171: David Pryles (Hockey Australia) - How to make an immediate impact as...
2022-11-0206 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#221: Networking in sport Q&A with Armaan Ahluwalia (Brooklyn Nets)Networking not your thing? Don’t worry, we’ve called on our man in sponsorship at the Brooklyn Nets to help you get through. Armaan Ahluwalia is probably the best people person we’ve ever interviewed, so this time we got him in for a Q&A all about networking!!If you want to feel a little more comfortable this Spring Meetup season, tune into episode #221 ‘Networking in sport Q&A’We cover:(0:00) Introduction(3:24) What Armaan does at the Brooklyn Nets(8:36) How to prepare for a zoom/coffee mee...
2022-10-3152 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#220: NRL Game Day Manager: what you need to knowHello friends!Want the ultimate game day experience?Look no further than a Game Day Manager role!For Lauren from the Newcastle Knights in the NRL, it's...It's activations, venue management, stakeholder engagement and working with footy operations - perfect for all-rounders.Tune into today’s bitesize pod to learn exactly what it involves!*Additional episodes you might enjoy:#185: Sam Hickson (Football Australia) - Living the dream with the Socceroos at the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
2022-10-2606 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#219: How to make connections in sportHey guys it’s that time again to share a drink with people who work in sport!SportsGrad Meetups are coming to Perth, Sydney and Melbourne this November.These meetups are a rare opportunity to mix with many people in sport.Why should you go?Well aside from being a load of fun, when you build a network in sport, you:Change the course of your career with the right connectionsBecome better at your job with the latest industry insightsGet clarity on your ca...
2022-10-2436 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#218: Participation jobs: what you need to knowHello friends!What if you could spend your career growing the game of your favourite sport?Here's why jobs in participation are so important:- Provides pathways for potential athletes to grow and develop- Improves physical health and wellbeing of participants- Generates revenue for both the community and sporting bodies- Helps people build skills to use in their work, school and everyday life- Creates volunteer and career pathways for people wanting to enter the industry (like you!)
2022-10-1907 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#217: How to be the CEO of the ICC T20 World Cup with Michelle EnrightHello friends!Ever wondered what it’s like being the CEO of one of the biggest tournaments in the world? Michelle Enright, CEO of the Men’s ICC T20 World Cup Australia shares exactly what it’s like and how she got here.From her journey to taking over mid-covid to the most exciting bits of her role to how she balances a life outside such an important job, we covered it all.If you aspire to be a leader in sport, tune into this chat with Michell...
2022-10-1740 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#216: Performance analytics jobs: What you need to knowHello friends!Do you love a number crunch? And fancy watching sport from the boundary line like Vincent?Then a career in performance analytics could be for you! You’ll be working with numbers to find ways to increase performance and more 💪Tune into today’s bitesize podcast to learn all you need to know!*Want to stay up today with all the latest job opportunities, Q&As with professionals, new podcasts, and networking opportunities? 👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterGot a...
2022-10-1205 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#215: How to be a recruiter in the AFL with Kall Burns (Gold Coast Suns FC)Think you can spot athletic potential when you see it? Perhaps a career in recruitment is for you?Meet Kall Burns, the longest-standing staff member of the Gold Coast Suns, and the National Recruitment Manager.Kall’s experience:6 years as a Recruiter & Data Analyst at the Gold Coast Suns1 year as a Recruiting Assistant5 years as National Recruiting ManagerIf you’re obsessed with all things related to player trades and drafting, then Kall’s episode is for you.We cover:(7:26) - How Ka...
2022-10-1052 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#214: Customer Support jobs in sport: what you need to knowHello friends!Need a stepping stone into the sport? Look no further than Customer Support jobs!From communicating with fans to helping out club admins, these jobs are some of the most important roles in the business 🤝Get the low-down in under 8 minutes in today’s bitesize pod!*Want to stay up today with all the latest job opportunities, Q&As with professionals, new podcasts, and networking opportunities? 👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad NewsletterGot a career problem you need help...
2022-10-0507 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#211: How to be a Partnerships Coordinator at the AFL with Brant HubberMeet Brant Hubber, the 21-year-old who landed a dream job in sport management at the AFL!Brant’s Experience:- Casual Work at the Australian Open- Community Development Officer at Cricket Victoria- Secretary of his local Cricket Club Box Hill CC- Stakeholder Services Officer at the AFL for 2+ years- Now, dream job at the AFL in Commercial Partnerships We cover:(0:00) - Introduction(7:45) - The volunteering and networking required to land a job at the AFL
2022-09-2655 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#210: How to be an AFL Commentator with Brian TaylorBrian Taylor is the voice of footy. His experience:20+ years as lead commentator for the Seven Network and Triple M140 AFL games for Richmond and CollingwoodIf you want to be a future media star, tune in to learn:(0:00) - Introduction(8:56) - An on air risk that had BT’s boss saying “the best thing you’ve done on radio”(16:00) - What BT did to evolve over 15 years to finally get his break on TV(18:30) - Methods to become a fluent presenter(41:02...
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The SportsGrad Podcast#208: How to make a career change into the sports industry with Kerry GassnerDreading work today? Dreaming about a career in the sports industry?We’ve got the perfect person to show you just how to make that industry swap.Meet Kerry Gassner, the man who went from truck driver, to Police Officer, to a job at the AFL!Kerry’s Experience:Police detectiveWorked various roles with the AFLEvents and operations manager at Kardinia ParkVenue Manager at John Cain ArenaWe cover:(00:00) - Introduction (12:54) - Kerry’s career journey(27:28) - Transferable skills from Policin...
2022-09-121h 05The SportsGrad Podcast#192: 4 reasons why you have to attend a SportsGrad job fairHello friends!Problem: I don’t know how to find the jobs that I wantSolution: A SportsGrad Job Fair.Tune in to hear 4 reasons why a job fair is exactly what you’re missing on your job hunt.*If you want to learn more about us, feel free to connect with us on LinkedIn: Reuben, RyanOr if you’d like to ask us any questions, join the SportsGrad Community! It’s THE place to be if you want to get your...
2022-07-1408 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#191: What it's like to attend a SportsGrad MeetupHello friends!4 states, 50 organisations, 350+ guests.Today we’ve sat down to recap our recent industry meetups! Tune in as we go through who we met, what we learnt and what we loved.*If you want to learn more about us, feel free to connect with us on LinkedIn: Reuben, RyanOr if you’d like to ask us any questions, join the SportsGrad Community! It’s THE place to be if you want to get your foot in the door, hire people...
2022-07-1135 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#190: 5 ways to grow your network easily with SportsGradHello friends!Not sure how to reach out to someone?Don't know WHO to reach out to or WHAT to say when you see them?Meeting new people to help your career doesn't need to be daunting.Today we go through 5 ways you can network inside the SportsGrad Community, without breaking a sweat!So if you find networking anxiety inducing, we prescribe you a large dose of episode #190.*Register for our Brisbane meetup: https://bit.ly/3avXIGU
2022-07-0613 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#169: How we turned a podcast into a startupHello friends!We’ve spent the last few weeks letting you in on the stories of the people who have backed us. So this week, we thought it was time to share our story 🤩If you’re keen to hear how everything came together through redundancies, resignations and a pandemic:Read Reuben’s article on The SportsGrad Story, and Ryan’s article on Taking a Leap of FaithToday on the PODCAST though, we dive into more of the backstory and pick apart the crossroads...
2022-04-1358 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#167: Bennett Merriman & Shannan Gove - How Spark and Rosterfy became an industry powerhouse, and why they're investing in SportsGradWe’ve got NEWS!!We are stoked to announce SportsGrad have raised a seed funding round led by the founders of Spark Event Group, with a unique collaboration to provide young people a powerful springboard from casual work into full-time careers!We're super excited to take this idea BIG.But a few people have asked us… “Who invested in SportsGrad?” Introducing Bennett Merriman & Shannan Gove, Directors of Spark Event Group, and Co-Founders of Rosterfy.Before any of this, they started a company called Event Workforce...
2022-03-2800 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#150: 5 things we learned from building SportsGrad in 2021G’day friends!!What a rollercoaster of a year it has been!! And how are we already at episode 150?! Time seriously flies. To celebrate the milestone and recap our first full calendar year, today we’re reflecting on 5 things we learned growing SportsGrad in 2021.There’s been lockdowns, new products, coastal living, resignations, new sponsors and new jobs for many many followers. We’ve both experienced more change in our lives this year than any other, so we hope you enjoy this insight from BTS of building SportsGrad.A BIG Thank yo...
2021-12-2038 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#142: Binuk Kodituwakku (Adelaide FC): How analytics guides AFL list managementYou've seen the selections, but what REALLY goes on behind the scenes on draft night?How do clubs make decisions on players?How do they forecast the ladder to predict the value of future picks?And how do you get to be THE analytics person behind the biggest recruiting decisions?Binuk Kodituwakku is on the pod to answer all those questions and more.We cover:Working on draft nightAnalytics behind trading, drafting, and recruiting playersFinishing a law degree whilst self-learning...
2021-11-2257 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#110: Daniel Simons (Golf Australia) - How to Master your Job Application"There's a 5 second window which you've got to impress me"How long does each job application take you to submit?2 hours to write and review?If the work you put into those 120 minutes isn't outstanding, in a handful of seconds you'll be cast aside according to Daniel Simons.Brutal, we know... but that's the reality in a field of "600 resumes" per entry level job.However all is not lost...In this episode, Dan shares absolutely everything you need to know to...
2021-08-0246 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#92: Ask us anythingThis episode is a snippet taken from a recent SportsGrad Members Q&A webinar.Inside we answer:What is best to include on my resume to improve my chances of getting a Community Programs role?Is it likely that they'll ask how volunteer experience would help the role?What should I write in the 'Interests' section of my resume?How do I research someone on LinkedIn to ask good questions in a zoom?You can access the full 75 minute session, as well as 15+ hours (and growing) of content...
2021-05-2618 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#66: 5 Ways to get a Head Start at UniHeard of the snowball effect?It is your answer to making a strong start at university.Picture your employability as a snowball. The more experiences you pick up, the more people you talk to and the more knowledge you gain – the bigger the snowball.You want your snowball to be at its biggest and fastest when it counts - your next job interview when everyone’s snowball is on display.In this episode, we share the proven five ways you can add snow and get a head star...
2021-02-2412 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#65: Morgan Todd (Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment) - The Business of Team OwnershipsCould you imagine managing the commercial strategy and partnerships of four major sports teams in the NBA, Major League Soccer, Canadian Football League and Ice Hockey?That’s the dream reality for Morgan Todd – Manager, Strategy, Global Partnerships at MLSE!In our first direct call to Toronto Canada, we hear from Morgan on how she used a degree in psychology to launch her career as a sports marketing strategist. Morgan shares with us her fan activation ideas without attendance, the process of making up value with commercial partners in a COVI...
2021-02-2243 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#62: Melbourne Meetup WrapPresenting a special edition wrap from our first Melbourne Meetup!On Wednesday, February 10 at the Corner Hotel Richmond, over 100 students and professionals alike gathered for the inaugural SportsGrad meetup. Reuben and Ryan reflect on what went down, the highlights of the night and their favourite conversations.Plus, we share our future plans for our next SportsGrad Meetup!Looking to get a head start in 2021 with your career in sport?Check out the SportsGrad Membership! Including live webinars, resume templates, Q&As, and SportsGrad led f...
2021-02-1014 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#61: Aubrey Walton (NFL) - How to Choose the Location of the Super BowlWant to know how the host city is picked each year to hold the Super Bowl?As the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Kansas City Chiefs playoff in Super Bowl LV, Aubrey Walton will be busy at Raymond James Stadium putting together the final pieces of a day five years in the making.After chasing her dream to work in the NFL, Aubrey left her 900 population home town of Sycamore, Ohio to make the move to one of more than 4 million in Los Angeles.She now leads the committee of people...
2021-02-0752 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#60: Melbourne Meetup!Wednesday, February 10, 6pm Corner Hotel Richmond.Lock it in your diary... it's our first official SportsGrad Meetup!In this episode, we run you through everything you can expect at the networking event and how you can prepare accordingly.Our goal for the event is to take the pressure off both sides and let connections form naturally. We want to help you learn different perspectives from interesting people that will shape your roadmap to a job you’re connected with… not just ‘any job in sport’.We look forward...
2021-02-0312 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#59: Aaron Wharton (Sydney Sixers) - Fan Engagement in a Season without Home GamesGet ready to go inside the bunker of Big Bash League Finalists the Sydney Sixers!Not only are the sixers a forced to be reckoned with on-field – but the reigning champs are paving their way in the community with their work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBT and Disability communities off it.Leading this charge is Aaron Wharton - Fan Engagement Specialist - who joins us to reveal the behind-the-scenes ins-and-outs of his epic game-day and community program roles at the Sixers!Aaron reflects on his start in sport at...
2021-02-0143 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#57: Armaan Ahluwalia (Kansas City Chiefs) - How Curiosity and Persistence led to the Super BowlWe've kicked off 2021 with a bang!Meet the Championship Winning Manager of Business Analytics at the Kansas City Chiefs – Armaan Ahluwalia!In 2015, Armaan took a leap of faith and left his home in Winnipeg Canada, landing a Suites and Hospitality Intern position at the Kansas City Chiefs. Since then, he has worked his way up to Manager of Business Analytics – at the team now on the brink of back-to-back Super Bowl titles!In this fascinating chat with Armaan, we get an insight into the data strategy behind the Chief's NFL comm...
2021-01-261h 02The SportsGrad PodcastRebroadcast | Belinda Clark (Cricket Australia) - Executive General Manager of Community Cricket at Cricket AustraliaWatch the original youtube interview herePlaying community cricket is a big part of a lot of our summers, but what kind of work goes on behind-the-scenes to make sure that things run seamlessly?Former Australian captain Belinda Clark, EGM of Community Cricket at Cricket Australia, speaks about her route to success and offers some top tips on leadership.Want to increase your odds for jobs?Check out the SportsGrad Membership! Including live webinars, Q&As, and SportsGrad led forums that will give you that extra edge...
2020-12-2808 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#56: Best of 2020The year is coming to an end which means it's time to look back and reflect.In this episode we:Recap the year that was at SportsGradShare the best moments on the podcastGive an insight to our plans for 2021Looking to get a head start in 2021 with your career in sport?Check out the SportsGrad Membership! Including live webinars, Q&As, and SportsGrad led forums that will give you that extra edge.Become a member: https://www.sportsgrad.com.au/membership
2020-12-2144 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#54: Eliza Howard (Tennis Australia) - How to Swap Codes during a PandemicWant to know how you can differentiate yourself in a competitive job market?This week’s guest Eliza Howard overcame redundancy in 2020 to land on her feet as Business Development Coordinator at Tennis Australia.In this episode, we tap into Eliza’s wealth of experience in the sports industry by going behind the scenes into her extensive interview process at Tennis Australia and explore exactly how she separated herself from all candidates.We dive into the most important skills needed for her role in the upcoming Australian Open and her tips...
2020-12-1438 min
The Sports Bubble25. Reuben Williams - Founder and Co-Host of SportsGradThe Sports Bubble has discussions with the talented people having fantastic experiences and doing amazing things in the sports industry.In this episode, we speak with the very popular Reuben Williams who is the Founder and Co-Host of SportsGrad. Reuben started SportsGrad while still at university before landing a role as a Digital Commercial Specialist at Cricket Australia straight out of uni. Due to some unfortunate circumstances, Reuben saw the opportunity to relaunch the SportsGrad platform in July 2020, where many goals and milestones have been reached. In our chat, we discuss...
2020-12-0839 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#52: Nic Laube (Brisbane Heat) - How the Heat Grew a Mass Social Media FollowingThe BBL is back!To celebrate the return, we go behind the scenes into the content team of the largest social media following of any Australian sports club.This week we are joined by Nic Laube - Digital and Social Media Manager – who takes us into the inner sanctum of the content and social media strategy of the Brisbane Heat.Nic explains why the Heat are trying to ‘make cricket cool again’ and shares the story of how the signing of AB de Villiers forced him to lie to his family...
2020-12-0752 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#42: 4 ways to deal with University stressStressed out about university?Overwhelmed with exams and assignments?Anxious about your results?We’ve got you.Listen in as University of Notre Dame Alumni Ryan Walker gives you his top 4 tips to deal with University stress.We’ve been there and done that which is why we want to share with you the best time-management, distraction, procrastination and positive self-talk strategies that worked for us – to not only get you through university in one piece but with flying colours!Join the Sp...
2020-11-0413 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#40: Month in Review (October)Tick off the calendar, make a list of goals and…. listen to The SportsGrad Podcast October Review!Yes, it’s already that time of the month!Welcome to your one-stop-October-shop as Reuben and Ryan share their key learnings, favourite tips and exclusive insights from our sensational guests this month!- Bec Bruhn (PGA of Australia)- Reuben Williams (Learnings from Cricket Australia)- Ryan Walker (Cricket Australia)- Mitch Woods (St Kilda FC)Join the SportsGrad members for FREE thanks to Dollar Shave Club!
2020-10-2817 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#38: Grand Final Special - Kevin Wilson (Richmond FC)- Behind the Scenes of the 2020 AFL PremiershipWhat if we told you that in your first 4 years of work you would win 3 AFL premierships?That is precisely what Richmond FC Football Technology Officer, Kevin Wilson did.In this very special episode recorded immediately after the 2020 AFL Grand Final, Kev walks us through the feeling of working with the winning team on the biggest day of the AFL calendar.In this episode you will learn:How Kev ended up singing the team song arm in arm with 3 x premiership captain Trent Cotchin and 3 x...
2020-10-2532 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#37: Live Job ApplicationJoin the SportsGrad members for FREE thanks to Dollar Shave Club!1. Get your Starter Box for just $15 from www.dollarshaveclub.com/sportsgrad2. Send a screenshot of your receipt to @sportsgrad on Instagram and receive your codeto get your FIRST MONTH OF SPORTSGRAD MEMBERS FREE3. Sign up here: www.sportsgrad.com.au/membershipOn Monday, our presale members tuned in to hear Reuben run through a live job application for an entry level position at Aus Cycling!At our SportsGrad Members...
2020-10-2112 minThe SportsGrad Podcast#35: How To Structure Your ResumeHow should I structure my resume?What is the most important information to include?How do I show my personality?All these questions and more are answered in this week’s resume masterclass!Within 15 minutes, you will walk away Reuben’s exact resume structure, the critical do’s and don’ts as well as the practical pointers you need to upgrade your resume immediately.Well, what're you waiting for? Get to work on creating your perfect resume today! Want to further increase...
2020-10-1417 min
The SportsGrad Podcast#34: Reuben Williams - Learnings from 3 years at Cricket AustraliaPresenting your special guest… with a twist!This week we are joined by none other than our very own, Reuben Williams.After officially farewelling Cricket Australia last week, Reuben reflects on his personal learnings and insights from starting his career in sport. The boys dive right into the application process Reuben undertook to land his dream job at Cricket Australia, provide you with the winning approach Reuben used to display initiative in his job interview and take you behind-the-scenes into his role as Digital Commercial Specialist.Oh, and...
2020-10-1245 minThe SportsGrad PodcastBonus: SportsGrad Members + Reuben's interview on The Digital Rookie PodcastIn this Bonus Episode we announce the launch of the SportsGrad Members platform coming later this month, plus tune into a rebroadcast of Reuben's interview on The Digital Rookie Podcast.We are super excited to announce the launch of SportsGrad Members - Coming late October - Our new membership subscription designed to increase your odds for jobs.Our live webinars, Q&As, and SportsGrad led forums will give you that extra edge to help land your first job!Presale is now open: Sign up here! Be one...
2020-10-1127 minThe SportsGrad PodcastBonus: Redundancy to Relaunch - The SportsGrad BackstoryOff the back of Reuben's 'Redundancy to relaunch' story being published in 2 newspapers, Ryan sat down with him to take a deeper dive into some of the motivations and self-doubts that arose during the 8 weeks Reuben lived alone to build SportsGrad. You can read Reuben's article here: https://bit.ly/2De2RTJ Redundancy to relaunch: The opportunity of an epidemic In this episode you will learn: Reuben's motivation for writing the article The learnings he took from living alone for 8 weeks How he overcame a lo...
2020-08-0219 min