Account manager

"I went to high school in Auckland and loved media, history, drama and sociology. My passion for politics and international relations developed from there.

"After graduating, I worked in both non-profit and government sectors with a focus on marketing and client relationship management. Earlier this year, I joined marketing agency Hypetap, which specialises in influencer marketing. 

"Based in Melbourne, the role involves working with a variety of brands and partner agencies to strategise, plan and deliver campaigns.

"Working with different clients to bring campaigns to life is genuinely rewarding. The value I add in my role comes from coming up with creative ideas and approaches while managing talent, client relationships and everything in-between. There's never a dull moment!"

"Focus on your strengths and what you find fascinating - allow yourself time to figure things out along the way. Try to diversify the subjects you take in your first semester so you can find what you are passionate about before you commit to a major.

"Keep an eye out for internships and part-time jobs that can give you a foot in the door. Find role models and mentors to look up to and talk to your lecturers! I promise you'll learn so much from those interactions."