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  • Meet 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 position, what she does, and how she became a stand out candidate. Plus, why she loves being part of the SportsGrad Community all the way over in Germany.


    Enjoy the episode!


    We cover:

    (00:34) Who is Mirinda Kidman?

    (01:40) Hello and welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast!

    (03:31) What’s going on inside the SportsGrad Community?

    (07:30) What’s it like working in Europe with all of the major events on at the moment?

    (09:45) Quick-fire questions

    (16:52) Who are FISU World University Games and what do they do?

    (21:50) Why is the FISU so much larger than other university sports across the globe?

    (25:41) What planning is required in the year prior to the Games?

    (29:48) How many people work at FISU and will there be opportunities to work there in the future?

    (31:49) What does Mirinda’s role involve as the Manager of Delegation Services?

    (40:15) How did Mirinda get her role, and how did she get accepted?

    (46:15) How did Mirinda stand out in her application for this role?

    (49:10) Why did Mirinda join the SportsGrad Community?

    (51:10) What other professionals should get involved in the SportsGrad Community?

    (52:20) Mirinda’s advice for those applying for roles at major events

    (55:15) ASK SPORTSGRAD


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    Additional episodes you may enjoy:

    #289: How to move from London to Australia and work in sport with George Ludlow

    #283: How to get your first full-time job in sport with Hayley Gorman


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  • Interested 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 extremely proactive in his approach.


    Today we dive into exactly how he made the move overseas, what he did to stand out, how he felt taking such a big risk, and his best tips on how you can take your career around the world.


    Enjoy the episode!


    We cover:

    (00:32) Who is George Ludlow?

    (01:53) Hello and welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast!

    (03:25) What’s going on inside the SportsGrad Community?

    (07:46) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast George

    (09:10) Quick-fire questions

    (13:56) What is George’s role at Gemba?

    (15:45) George’s career journey post-university to when he decided to move to Australia

    (19:54) What made George initially choose the property industry over sports?

    (21:06) How did George decide to make the jump to work in sports overseas? Was he nervous?

    (22:08) How did George find out about SportsGrad whilst in the UK, and how did it benefit him once he arrived in Australia?

    (26:49) What was the interview process like at Gemba?

    (30:17) How have George’s feeling towards moving overseas changed now that he has landed a job?

    (31:20) What has he loved most about being in Melbourne?

    (32:21) Was it easier for George to find roles when he arrived, or was it possible while it was overseas?

    (34:18) What can people be doing to reduce the time job hunting in a new country?

    (36:59) George’s advice for someone who is thinking about moving overseas

    (41:52) ASK SPORTSGRAD


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    Additional episode you may enjoy:

    #251: How to move to London and land a job in sport with Chris Dobson


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  • Meet 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 people effectively, how to grow within an organisation, and the ins and outs of coordinating match days. Make sure to have a listen, it’s a good one!


    We cover:

    (00:32) Who is Ashleigh Newton-Spence?

    (01:42) Hello and welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast!

    (02:32) What’s going on inside the Community? Community info night, events and wins.

    (05:42) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast Ash!

    (06:34) Who is Champion Data and what do they do?

    (09:04) Quick-fire questions

    (18:13) What does the Competitions Coordinator do at Champion Data?

    (23:07) What makes a great data capturer?

    (25:21) Do you have to be good with statistics to work at Champion Data?

    (27:56) How does Ash continue to develop and grow whilst being at an organisation for 8+ years?

    (30:32) Challenges Ash faces at work

    (33:05) How did Ash develop her ‘people skills’ and how did she practice it?

    (37:31) The essential skills to work in a role like Ash’s

    (41:01) What other departments are there at Champion Data?

    (43:54) Why Ash got into the SportsGrad Pro Community, and what has she gotten out of it?

    (48:38) What advice would Ash give to her younger self?

    (51:35) ASK SPORTSGRAD


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    Additional episodes you may enjoy:

    #206: How to get into sports analytics with Libby Owen (Champion Data)

    #210: How to be an AFL Commentator with Brian Taylor


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  • Meet 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 a SportsGrad Member. If you like what you’re hearing but want to learn more, we have a Community Information Night on June 12th coming up, in time for the Community officially opening on August 13th. You can register for the free event here.


    Enjoy the episode!


    We cover:

    (00:28) Who is Jeffrey Leong?

    (01:43) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast! Here’s what’s going on inside the Community…

    (13:50) Welcome to the Career Q&A Jeff!

    (16:01) Jeff’s introduction - who is he and what is his career journey?

    (19:13) What is MKTG Sports + Entertainment and what do they do?

    (20:19) What does Jeff do as a sponsorship manager?

    (23:22) What does a day in the life look like in Jeff’s role?

    (28:39) How does Jeff work with large brands such as Cadbury?

    (32:32) The benefits Jeff sees in professional development and additional studies

    (34:14) Challenges Jeff has had in his role and how he overcomes them

    (35:10) Jeff’s long-term goals in the industry

    (36:59) What does career progression look like at MKTG?

    (38:39) How Jeff stood out in his interview at MKTG

    (42:37) How does Jeff stay passionate in his role?

    (44:09) The logistics between clients and rights-holders and how they manage business relationships


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    Additional episodes you may enjoy:

    #244: Event Management at Cricket Australia with Katie Staniforth

    #253: How the AFL analyse their data with Penny Privett


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  • Meet 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 Media Managers who want to be the most responsive and engaging, you’re going to absolutely love the level of preparation Jacob puts into hitting you with the right meme at the right time. Strange that meme skills are a thing in 2024, but it’s working, and we think you’re going to love hearing from Jacob who’s on top of the AFL social media world right now.


    Enjoy the episode!


    We cover:

    (00:47) Who is Jacob Gaynor?

    (02:08) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast!

    (04:08) What’s going on inside the SportsGrad Community?

    (06:44) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast Jacob!

    (07:27) Quick-fire questions

    (14:10) What are the series of jobs that lead Jacob to the Giants?

    (17:15) Who are the Giants trying to target on socials, and how do they do so?

    (21:20) What type of brand are the Giants wanting to build, and how do they continue ‘being the disruptor’?

    (27:12) How does the media team plan and prepare their content and memes?

    (36:15) How does Jacob save and organise future content?

    (39:40) Do the Giants look at their metrics and how does the reviewing and reporting work?

    (45:19) How does the social team work with commercial partners to mutually align?

    (47:26) How Jacob builds relationships with players at the Giants

    (51:13) Who does Jacob look up to in the industry?

    (54:57) Jacob’s advice for other social media managers

    (58:50) ASK SPORTSGRAD


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    Additional episode you may enjoy:

    #124: Hamish McLachlan - How to commentate the AFL grand final


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    Thanks for listening! You’re all legends.


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  • Meet 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 Australia account to look after all their travel. This led to roles with the Melbourne Renegades and the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup, before landing at the Mavs.


    If you think you’d love to travel week in and week out with a professional team, listen to how Leigh made it his career. Lots to look out for including the skills you need to work in a similar role, the behind the scenes of what goes on during a game day, and how to go from being a babysitter for a WBBL club to a team management role.


    Enjoy this episode!


    We cover:

    (00:29) Who is Leigh Southern?

    (01:48) Hello and welcome to the SportsGrad Community! Here’s what’s going on…

    (05:15) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast Leigh!

    (06:11) Quick-fire questions

    (13:43) What does Leigh do as a Team Manager with the Melbourne Mavericks?

    (15:59) How Leigh manages all of his various responsibilities

    (20:33) What’s it like being part of a new professional sporting club?

    (25:53) What does a game day look like versus a regular day?

    (32:00) Leigh’s experience prior to this role (Flight Centre, Stage & Screen (working with Cricket Australia/Cricket Victoria), WBBL, Melbourne Stars, Indian Women’s Cricket Team, T20 World Cup, and more.

    (45:50) Challenges Leigh has faced and how he has overcome them

    (49:15) Top skills needed to work in a team/operations management role, and advice he would give to his younger self

    (54:43) ASK SPORTSGRAD


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    Additional episode you may enjoy:

    #284: Journey to Football Operations Manager at the Sydney Swans with Steph Maiolo


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  • Meet 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 linked below.


    Make sure you tune in, it’s a great one.


    We cover:

    (00:42) Who is Steph Maiolo?

    (01:40) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast! Here’s what’s happening inside the Community…

    (04:47) Welcome to the podcast Steph!

    (05:50) Quick-fire questions

    (11:28) What does it look like being a Football Operations Manager in the AFL?

    (12:14) How Steph went from an intern at the Swans through to a Manager

    (13:46) What was Steph doing that made her stand out for promotions?

    (15:41) Advice Steph would have for interns looking to stand out

    (16:22) Steph’s favourite parts of working in football operations

    (17:33) What a match day looks like versus a regular day and how Steph stays organised

    (20:24) What does the off-season look like for those working in the AFL?

    (22:30) Challenges in Steph’s role

    (24:04) Times Steph has had to navigate mistakes at work

    (25:19) The top skills needed to be a Football Operations Manager

    (28:17) If you want to work in a similar role, this is what Steph recommends you do…

    (31:14) Advice for networking events


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    Additional episodes you may enjoy:

    #193 - Suzie Rhydderch (Sydney Swans) - How to be a psychologist in the AFL

    #244 - Katie Staniforth (Cricket Australia) - Event Manager at Cricket Australia


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    This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.au


    Thanks for listening! You’re all legends.


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  • Meet 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 being a SportsGrad Member has helped her career.


    Enjoy this episode!


    We cover:

    (00:39) Who is Hayley Gorman?

    (01:37) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast! Here’s what's going on in the Community…

    (03:59) Welcome Hayley!

    (05:28) Quick-fire questions

    (08:48) What does Hayley do at UniSport Australia as the Workforce Coordinator?

    (12:37) The roles Hayley had before her first full-time role in sport

    (14:42) How does Hayley balance FT work and travel/fun

    (18:21) How did the application at UniSport work and how did Hayley stand out?

    (20:01) Why did Hayley become a SportsGrad Member?

    (23:30) How Hayley has found confidence within herself

    (27:28) What are the skills most important in people-facing roles, and how does Hayley practice them?

    (29:59) How Hayley decided to make the move interstate and tips she has if you’re thinking of doing the same

    (32:42) When has Hayley utilised her network in sport?

    (36:33) What is something Hayley wishes she could tell her first year of uni self?


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    Additional episodes you may enjoy:

    #168: Geordie Miles (Spark Event Group) - How to turn casual work into a full-time career

    #231: Clayton Henderson (Golf Australia) - Journey to Commercial Partnerships Coordinator


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    This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.au


    Thanks for listening! You’re all legends.


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  • Meet 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 at @kimerahramnath.


    Enjoy the episode!


    We cover:

    (00:37) Who is Kim Ramnath?

    (01:45) Hello and welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast!

    (02:13) What’s going on inside the Community?

    (05:18) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast Kim!

    (07:30) Quick-fire questions

    (10:34) How did Kim get into F1 content creation?

    (14:29) When Kim realised she wanted to make content creation a full-time job 

    (15:58) How Kim learnt the skills needed without any formal training/education

    (17:26) Lessons Kim has learnt about being unique with her content

    (19:38) Content and ideas that have helped her following get to nearly 50k

    (26:47) Reuben gets Kim’s ideas on content to make in India

    (29:23) The most challenging parts of being a solo content creator

    (30:59) How Kim deals with trolls online

    (33:21) Advice Kim has for those who want to start social media but are nervous to

    (34:54) How did Kim find the courage to start content creation?

    (36:14) Cool opportunities (like being in F1 garages(!)) Kim has gotten through her job

    (42:22) Inject your own personality and always just ask - Kim’s advice on how to grow your own following


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    Additional episodes you may enjoy:

    #197: Sophie Reis (Australian Grand Prix Corporation) - How to be a content creator in Formula 1

    #272: Pete Lock (Queensland Cricket) - Journey to General Manager of Marketing and Corporate Affairs at Queensland Cricket


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    This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.au


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  • Meet 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, then he moved to the Big Bash Leagues team as Strategy & Planning Director, and now he’s transitioned into Media Rights.


    Lots to look out for including how to transition across industries and departments, plus the ins and outs of working in Media Rights.


    If you like this episode, you can come and hear more about Abhi’s story in person at our Melbourne Meetup! He’ll be one of the guest speakers on May 10th, so make sure you grab a ticket via our website and come along.


    Enjoy the episode!


    We cover:

    (00:43) Who is Abhi Arunachalam?

    (01:59) Welcome!

    (04:03) What’s happening inside the SportsGrad Community - meetup announcements, member intakes and community wins!

    (07:40) Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast Abhi

    (11:05) Quick-fire questions

    (17:47) What does Abhi do in his role as Head of Media Rights?

    (21:49) Strategies and approaches Abhi utilises to grow cricket’s reach

    (25:00) What drew Abhi to media rights

    (27:09) How media rights are established and fold out over a period of time

    (34:17) What were the series of jobs and experiences that lead him to Cricket Australia

    (39:46) How he transitioned through different roles at the AFL

    (44:30) Challenges with changing industries and departments

    (47:10) Navigating imposter syndrome

    (50:09) How has Abhi changed personally over the past ten years

    (53:20) How Abhi strives to be a good manager and the types of people he looks for to be in his team

    (57:50) Advice for Abhi’s younger self

    (01:04:01) ASK SPORTSGRAD


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    Additional episode you may enjoy:

    #148: Andrew Ryan (FIBA) - How to sell sports media rights


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    Thanks for listening! You’re all legends.


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  • Meet 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. 


    Enjoy the episode!


    We cover:

    (00:44) Who is Alex King?

    (01:41) Hello and welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast!

    (07:00) What’s happening inside of the SportsGrad Community?

    (10:05) Welcome Alex!

    (11:30) Quick-fire questions - first jobs, favourite sporting moments, and most used resources

    (19:42) Alex’s role at Crystal Palace and the best bits about it

    (21:09) What does a Marketing team look like at an EPL club?

    (23:23) The series of jobs and internships that Alex had to lead him to Palace

    (28:35) How Alex made the most of his internship role at West Ham United

    (31:42) What the interviewing and onboarding process is like at Crystal Palace

    (33:16) The decision making process when moving from one club to another

    (39:04) What a day in Alex’s life looks like at an EPL club in London

    (45:02) Challenges in Alex’s role

    (46:20) Essential skills to work in Sports Marketing

    (48:03) Advice Alex would give to his younger self

    (51:16) ASK SPORTSGRAD


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    Additional episodes you may enjoy:

    #262: Sport Management grad to living the dream at the FIFA Women’s World Cup and Cricket Australia with Francesca Teh

    #276: How to land a dream job at FIFA with Jack Coles


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  • Meet 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 skills you need to do so.


    Check out Two Times Creative's work here.


    Enjoy!


    We cover:

    (00:29) Who is Michael Barker?

    (01:34) Hello and welcome!

    (04:40) What’s going on inside the SportsGrad Community?

    (07:35) Welcome Michael!

    (09:28) Quick-fire Questions

    (15:58) Experience Barks has had to get to where he is now freelancing

    (20:06) How Barks learnt all of his skills with no formal training

    (21:10) Applying for a role at Carlton FC without ticking all of the boxes (and getting it)

    (23:28) Working at Carlton FC between all of the different departments

    (25:30) How did he figure out full-time freelancing was for him?

    (27:04) What does a typical week look like as a freelancer?

    (30:13) Is it possible to make enough money as a freelancer to compensate a leaving a full-time job?

    (32:39) Big lessons Barks has picked up so far

    (34:34) The risks of starting freelancing and the worries that come with it - partner’s thoughts, financial struggles, etc.

    (47:08) Essential skills needed to be a videographer and photographer

    (51:29) Advice for aspiring creatives and how you can learn from Barks

    (55:52) ASK SPORTSGRAD


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    Additional episode you may enjoy:

    #242: The Origins of The Grade Cricketer


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  • Hello 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 important than what you know”, and for good reason - when you have a network in sport, your career rolls out 10x easier.


    So, we bring the sports network to you. You can join 700+ like-minded people in a private Community, no matter if you’re at university, the start of your career, job-swapping, or living halfway across the world.


    Lots to look out for, including what you get as a Member, when to join, how to make the most of it, and success stories from the Community. Make sure to put your name on the waitlist to keep up to date with updates about the intake happening on May 14th.


    You can subscribe here 👉 www.sportsgrad.com.au/community


    Enjoy the episode!


    We cover:

    (00:24) Hello and welcome!

    (01:31) Reuben’s weekend at the F1 with McLaren

    (09:54) SportsGrad Community updates

    (12:17) What exactly is the SportsGrad Community?

    (12:53) How can you get into the Community?

    (16:12) How you can build your network in sport, and success stories from the Community

    (23:41) When is the right time to join SportsGrad (spoiler alert: now!)

    (26:05) How SportsGrad can help you from all over the world

    (27:26) Features and events inside the Community - exclusive events, job boards and recruiting, meetup tickets etc.

    (33:27) How the exclusive Discord works

    (34:27) The price of joining

    (36:59) What is the commitment required?

    (38:42) So, how do I join the Community?


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    Additional episode you may enjoy:

    #200: How to get a job in sport without getting lucky


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  • Meet 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 Marvel Stadium, and Event Operations Coordinator at Tennis Australia.


    Lots to look out for, including how to break into the US sports industry, skills needed to manage large-scale events, and how to effectively manage and lead.


    Enjoy the episode!


    We cover:

    (01:25) Who is Eray Saban?

    (02:38) Reuben & Ryan welcome

    (07:40) What’s happening in the SportsGrad Community?

    (11:45) Get to know Eray: Quick-Fire Questions

    (15:25) Who are ASM Global?

    (19:45) Journey from China to the US following his role at Marvel Stadium

    (25:05) How Eray navigates the safety and well-being of crowds at large events

    (30:29) Things people wouldn’t know about event management

    (31:25) How Eray transitioned to living to the US

    (33:27) Application process for an NFL stadium

    (35:45) What to know about the US Visa process

    (39:29) How Eray used LinkedIn and networking to get hired for overseas roles

    (44:39) How differentiating yourself will get you your dream roles

    (47:53) Similarities and differences between the AFL and NFL

    (52:07) The investment that goes into public safety

    (53:35) Challenges as an event manager

    (58:14) How Eray has dealt with the transition into leadership

    (1:01:09) Advice that has shaped Eray’s leadership skills

    (1:03:24) One action that you can do to start your event management career

    (1:06:27) ASK SPORTSGRAD


    Additional episodes you may enjoy:

    #41: Eray Saban (Marvel Stadium) - How to Launch your Career in Event Management

    #208: Kerry Gassner - How to make a career change into the sports industry


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  • Meet 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 for, including how to go from a volunteer role to a FIFA Project Lead (without a uni degree), navigating a career change after 10 years in an industry, and the skills needed to work at one of the largest associations in the world.


    Enjoy the episode!


    We cover:


    (00:42) Who is Jack Coles?


    (01:41) Reuben & Ryan welcome


    (04:42) What’s happening in the SportsGrad Community?


    (07:12) What it’s like working at the FIFA headquarters


    (09:59) Get to know Jack: Quick-Fire Questions


    (15:40) How Jack took risks and swapped industries to begin his career in sport


    (22:18) Jack’s role at FIFA Staffing and what they were responsible for


    (24:20) How Jack moved to FIFA Sound and began working on the 2022 World Cup


    (25:54) What is FIFA Sound and what is Jack’s role?


    (33:05) How game atmospheres, identities, and operations are created through the music played


    (37:00) How FIFA Sound works with music artists to benefit both them and the football community


    (40:36) Challenges that Jack has to navigate in his role


    (44:42) What a day in the life looks like for Jack


    (47:27) How FIFA Sound works with the fan festivals to contribute to the tournament’s impact


    (48:57) The most important skills to work in a role like Jack’s


    (52:35) Lessons that Jack would pass on to those wanting to get into the industry


    (55:35) ASK SPORTSGRAD


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    Additional episode you may enjoy:

    #185 - Sam Hickson (Football Australia) - Living the dream with the Socceroos at the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers


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  • Meet 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 the SportsGrad Community?

    (05:17) Shayla’s secret side-hustle

    (06:55) Get to know Shayla: Quick-Fire Questions

    (09:57) What working in Fan Engagement at Richmond FC involves

    (13:27) Shayla’s career journey to this position

    (18:27) What at match day at the MCG with Richmond looks like

    (22:47) What to do when things on match day don’t go to plan

    (24:27) Planning for the 2024 ANZAC Day Eve match

    (27:07) How to create new fans of a football club

    (29:28) Richmond’s multicultural programs

    (30:37) What it’s like to win an AFL grand final as a staff member

    (36:52) Skills needed to work in Fan Engagement in the AFL

    (39:51) Shayla’s advice to her younger self at the start of her career

    (42:07) ASK SPORTSGRAD


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    Additional episodes you may enjoy:


    #38: Grand Final Special - BTS of the 2020 AFL Premiership with Kevin Wilson from Richmond FC

    #59: Fan Engagement at the Sydney Sixers with Aaron Wharton

    #238: Journey to Diversity & Inclusion Consultant with Rana Hussain


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    👉 Become a SportsGrad Member


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    👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad Talent


    Follow us on Instagram and TikTok!


    This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.au


    Thanks for listening! You’re all legends.


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  • Meet 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 for including her journey as an athlete, the origins of TFAP, the team and business model behind the scenes, the impact she’s having in the athlete community, how she responds to ‘the standards not good enough’ and ‘why should they be paid the same?’ Not to mention her candid approach to dealing with trolls!


    We cover:


    (01:00) Who is Chloe Dalton?

    (02:20) Reuben & Ryan welcome

    (04:50) What’s happening in the SportsGrad Community?

    (07:39) Chloe’s early life as Physiotherapist

    (10:35) Get to know Chloe: Quick-Fire Questions

    (13:06) How Chloe’s career as an athlete took off

    (18:56) Chloe’s transition from Rugby 7s to AFLW

    (22:02) What inspired the birth of The Female Athlete Project?

    (25:17) How Chloe learnt the skills to be a content creator and business owner

    (29:14) The challenges that come with promoting female sport online

    (33:39) How Chloe deals with internet trolls

    (40:22) What impact of The Female Athlete Project looks like

    (42:47) How Chloe impacted equal pay for Paralympians

    (45:26) What’s in store for the future of The Female Athlete

    (47:47) How The Female Athlete Project makes money

    (50:27) What role will The Female Athlete Project play in the evolution of sport?

    (53:27) The biggest lesson Chloe’s learnt on her TFAP journey

    (56:22) ASK SPORTSGRAD


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    Additional episodes you may enjoy:


    #238: Journey to Sports Diversity & Inclusion Consultant with Rana Hussain


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    👉 Become a SportsGrad Member


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    Thanks for listening! You’re all legends.


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  • Meet 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 to make your organisation more accessible and inclusive, learnings from being a Paralympian, and how Elle wishes everyone would view those with a disability. 


    If you want to get involved at Disability Sports Australia’s ‘Building Inclusive Sport Clubs’ forum, register your interest here: https://bit.ly/4bNnSjv, or email Elle at [email protected]


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    We cover:


    (00:48) Who is Elle Steele?

    (01:50) Welcome

    (03:36) What's happening in the SportsGrad Community?

    (08:11) Welcome Elle!

    (09:11) Quick-Fire Questions

    (14:26) Elle’s role at Disability Sports Australia

    (20:27) Promoting disability inclusion at organisations and clubs

    (21:59) Elle’s journey and her mission

    (26:20) Challenges in Elle’s personal life and career

    (32:25) Transition from professional swimming to rugby

    (35:23) Lessons from competing at a Paralympic level

    (47:29) How sport organisations can practice disability inclusivity

    (52:18) How you can get involved in DSA’s ‘Building Inclusive Sport Clubs’ Forum in March

    (55:37) Elle’s message for the world

    (58:39) ASK SPORTSGRAD


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    Additional episodes you may enjoy:


    #116: Matt Levy, Paralympic Gold Medallist

    #145: Anna Livingston, Tennis Australia Chief Diversity & People Officer


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    👉 Become a SportsGrad Member


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    This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.au


    Thanks for listening! You’re all legends.


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  • Meet 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 progress within an organisation, how to be an effective manager, and what it’s like being a part of a championship team.


    If you enjoy this episode, come along to the Brisbane SportsGrad meetup on the 7th of March and listen to Pete in-person, where he is going to be a panellist.


    Enjoy the episode!


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    We cover:


    (00:54) - Pete’s introduction

    (01:59) - Welcome!

    (03:51) - Meetup recap

    (08:20) - Community Updates

    (12:45) - Welcome Pete!

    (15:47) - Quick-fire questions

    (20:03) - Pete’s career journey to get to Queensland Cricket

    (22:22) - What Pete looks for when hiring

    (24:39) - How Pete’s role has evolved over 10 years

    (27:32) - How Pete overcomes challenges at work

    (32:22) - Managing the announcement of AB de Villiers

    (35:52) - Career highlights

    (36:34) - In-season vs off-season day

    (39:16) - The impact that the success of the Big Bash has on yearly outcomes

    (44:02) - Why the Heat prioritise in-match experience

    (46:57) - How Pete cultivates a team environment where people stay for years

    (49:52) - Skills needed to be a General Manager

    (54:32) - Benefits of being with an organisation for a decade

    (55:37) - Advice from Pete

    (57:19) - ASK SPORTSGRAD


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    Additional episode you may enjoy:

    #244 - Katie Staniforth (Cricket Australia) - Event Manager at Cricket Australia


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    👉 Become a SportsGrad Member


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    👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad Talent


    Follow us on Instagram and TikTok!


    This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.au


    Thanks for listening! You’re all legends.


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  • Meet 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 she has learned from her experiences at the Olympics, and advice on how to work in Media Operations like her.


    If you enjoy this episode and hearing Barbara’s journey, you can come along and meet her in person at our Sydney meetup on the 15th of February, where she’ll be joining us as a guest speaker.


    Enjoy the episode!


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    Timestamps:

    (00:40) - Introduction

    (05:56) - Community Update

    (10:10) - Welcome Barbara!

    (10:58) - Quick Fire Questions

    (20:37) - When Barbara knew she wanted to travel the world

    (26:22) - The major events Barbara has worked on

    (31:47) - What it’s like working at SailGP

    (34:07) - Who SailGP are and their purpose

    (37:22) - How SailGP is working towards gender equity

    (41:48) - Lessons Barbara has learnt throughout her career

    (46:57) - Comparing the Olympics to SailGP

    (50:25) - Working at SailGP highlights

    (57:00) - Advice for those wanting to work in Media Operations

    (59:34) - Additional episode recommendations

    (1:01:17) - ASK SPORTSGRAD


    ...


    Additional episodes you may like:

    #256: Meet the SailGP staff on the ground in Saint-Tropez

    #228: Melissa Lawton (SailGP) - Journey to Chief Content Officer


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    👉 Subscribe to the SportsGrad Newsletter


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    👉 Become a SportsGrad Member


    Want our recruitment insights? Hiring Managers, get the SportsGrad Talent newsletter

    👉 Subscribe to SportsGrad Talent

    Follow us on Instagram and TikTok!


    This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast. Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia ranked at #1 at www.deakin.edu.au


    Thanks for listening! You’re all legends.


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