{"id":8401,"date":"2018-05-16T14:35:52","date_gmt":"2018-05-16T13:35:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/microsites.bournemouth.ac.uk\/undergraduate\/?p=8401"},"modified":"2021-11-11T12:21:24","modified_gmt":"2021-11-11T11:21:24","slug":"ellies-placement-at-bu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/microsites.bournemouth.ac.uk\/student-blog\/2018\/05\/16\/ellies-placement-at-bu\/","title":{"rendered":"Ellie’s placement at BU"},"content":{"rendered":"

Name:<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Ellie Skipper<\/strong><\/p>\n

Course:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>Communications and Media<\/strong><\/p>\n

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I vividly remember seeing this placement advertised last summer and instantly knew it was the job role I wanted, so I didn\u2019t hesitate to apply. I\u2019ve been working as the Corporate Communications Coordinator within the PR and Communications Team at Bournemouth University since September and basically, I don’t want to leave.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m down to my last few weeks now, and I can\u2019t believe it. I was asked to extend and stay on a bit longer, which is a lovely feeling and means I get to continue doing something I\u2019m really enjoying.<\/p>\n

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‘Modelling’ for some grad content<\/p><\/div>\n

As a BU student, when I first started the job I was looking forward to seeing the university from a different perspective, sort of from the inside. I\u2019ve seen people working hard behind-the-scenes and on the front-line, and it\u2019s made me prouder to be part of BU.<\/p>\n

Working within the press team means I\u2019ve had a really varied task-load and have been able to dip in to different aspects of working in communications. From managing social media channels, leading campaigns to filming and editing videos, I\u2019ve done a huge range of things that I couldn\u2019t list everything.<\/p>\n

One of the highlights for me has to be graduation \u2013 we were set up in a room at the BIC for the week, dividing tasks between us (whilst eyeing up the table full of snacks\u2026) like writing up stories, interviewing honorary doctorates and capturing multimedia content. Long days, running around and a lot of strong coffee made for a week I won\u2019t forget!<\/p>\n

Every day can be different and there have been weeks where I\u2019m out of the office more than I am in it – covering different events, assisting ITV or BBC crews (shameless name drop) or out getting some shots for our Instagram page amongst loads of other stuff. I\u2019ve enjoyed having responsibilities, learning new things and developing my own skills.<\/p>\n

The most enjoyable aspect of my placement would undoubtedly be the people I\u2019m working with. I rarely go a day without laughing and they\u2019ve all been so welcoming and supportive. I\u2019ve learnt heaps from a really talented team, and also had the freedom to bring my own ideas and creative streak to the table. I don’t always find it easy to step out of my comfort zone, but having such an approachable team has put me at ease.<\/p>\n

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Christmas party with the team<\/p><\/div>\n

I\u2019ve felt like part of the team since day one and being recognised and thanked for my work has given me a new and improved confidence. I’ve met and worked with some wonderful people and have gained great insight across PR, marketing and communications that I will take into final year and my future career.<\/p>\n

Seeing what real-life work is like in this industry has been a great opportunity and gets me motivated and excited for what I could be doing and where I could end up after I\u2019ve graduated.<\/p>\n

I would come back to work at BU in an instant and I feel ready to take on my last year at university \u2013 BU is an amazing place to both work and study so if you have the chance to do either, do it!<\/p>\n

Your placement doesn\u2019t just have to be at a London-based, glitzy company for you to have an invaluable experience as well as great fun. It\u2019s daunting starting a new job wherever you are, but remember they chose you for a reason so get stuck in, show enthusiasm and make your mark.<\/p>\n

I’d deeply encourage anyone who can, to do a year in industry. It\u2019s one of the best decisions I\u2019ve made and has helped me in so many ways \u2013 here\u2019s to the future!<\/p>\n\"\"<\/a>\n

Follow me on LinkedIn: @EllieSkipper<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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