An exclusive behind the scenes Q and A into the life of a newcomer at The Digital Voice.

I suppose it’s only appropriate that I start by introducing myself; I’m Amber, lead copywriter and one of the four newcomers here at The Digital Voice. After our first two weeks in the wonderful world of PR and journalism, it’s time we share what it’s like to transition from living life as a full-time student to landing our dream jobs. I called upon my fellow ‘newbies’ to The Digital Voice, Nicole, Coleah and Eva, to help me reflect upon our first two weeks in this wonderful little family!

How has the start of your The Digital Voice journey been?

I’m sure all four of us can agree that there’s a lot to learn in the first few weeks of getting into the industry but The Digital Voice team has been an amazing support in teaching us the ropes. 

“It's been so much fun! A lot to get into the first week, but the team has been very helpful and welcoming which has made the process easier. I just have to say that I loved the vibe within TDV immediately, I am truly a part of a #dreamteam now!” - Nicole, Social Media Specialist.

“It has been amazing so far! It's only been two weeks but I already know so much about our clients and how PR works. It's really exciting meeting so many clients and talking to so many different people. It feels like there is always something new happening. I felt so welcomed by everyone and there's been invaluable training, attention and help from everyone in the team!” - Eva, Communications Executive. 

For Coleah, our Events and Marketing Executive, her TDV journey has been a big lifestyle change in more ways than one. Her sleep schedule being one of them! Working with us all the way from Barbados, Coleah’s working day starts at 4am every morning. Now that is commitment!

 “Ahhh the joys of a 3.30AM alarm clock from Monday - Friday! Being honest, it sounds worse on paper than it is in action. The hardest part is convincing myself that I am awake, but then the day flows by. There's something very therapeutic about starting the day before the sun. The island's air is crisp with the Gully's dew, chirps amplify as birds awaken from the first crack of light; I like to think of it as being quite kind to myself.” Coleah, Events and Marketing Executive.

Transitioning from student life to PR and journalism:

Personally, when I first left university I was overwhelmed with the idea of entering ‘adult’ life. The fact that I was finally at the point that I had been working towards through my whole educational career was really quite daunting and I felt that there was a great pressure to find my belonging in the working world. As soon as I found The Digital Voice, all that anxiety and pressure went away- I knew I was where I wanted to be. 

“I have found a sense of purposeful responsibility transitioning into a career from university. Understanding the role that each word you say holds accountability. The creation of your voice. Each statement leads to the person that you are choosing to become, garnering a networked path to develop growth”.- Coleah

“It was odd because, like many other students, COVID shortened my academic journey and I felt like I had missed out a little bit because of the abrupt end. But then I tried embracing the post-uni life because now I get to experience what real life PR is, and it's so much more complicated than what I had imagined - in a good way!” - Eva

Our futures at The Digital Voice:

With our journey being so spectacular already, the future is what excites me the most. It is clear to see that The Digital Voice is going to be a hub for success for us four new starters but what is it that we are going to be bringing to The Digital Voice team? 

I'm striving to be helpful, fast and reliable and just in general, help the team run things smoothly because it feels great when all of us are working together on things, everyone has their task to do and then, at the end, everyone's team efforts make something amazing. - Eva

A diversified opinion through a sound voice. I believe my background introduces a myriad of approaches. But through learning first, with The Digital Voice team, I am confident that I will achieve my goals.- Coleah

My goal is to take all social media channels to new heights through unique content and organic engagement, involving research and smart SoMe strategies. Social Media Specialists are always in "battle" with the ever changing algorithms of different platforms, and I am ready to conquer each and one of them for The Digital Voice!- Nicole

Joining The Digital Voice has been an amazing experience so far. If our future here is set to be as exciting as our first two weeks on the team, then we are definitely in for an adventure! Julia and the team have been the key to making this process so enjoyable and my fellow newcomers, Nicole, Coleah and Eva, have been an absolute dream. Make sure to keep your eyes peeled for more behind the scenes exclusives and blog posts to keep up to date on the team’s journey at The Digital Voice.