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Exploring Careers in Digital & Tech – Free Webinar for Parents, Carers & Young People
📅 Date: Wednesday, 2nd April 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
💻 Location: Online (link provided upon registration)
Are you a parent, carer, or young person curious about careers in the digital and tech industries? Join us for a free one-hour webinar to explore the exciting and growing opportunities in the sector!
About the Event
This webinar is part of the Digital Futures Accelerator projects wider aims, to help young people discover pathways into rewarding and inspiring careers in digital and technology. Whether you’re in school, college, or supporting a young person’s career journey, this session will provide practical insights into the industry, in-demand skills, and local opportunities.
What We’ll Cover
🔹 The Digital & Tech Industry – A thriving and vital sector in the UK with a huge range of jobs, from software development to cyber security, creative media, and AI.
🔹 What Jobs Are Out There & What Skills Are in Demand? – Learn how to start thinking about a career in tech while still in school or college, and how to develop the wider skills employers are looking for.
🔹 What Opportunities Are There Locally? – From T Levels and Apprenticeships to Bootcamps, A-Levels, BTECs, work experience, and internships, discover the different pathways available post-16 to kickstart your career in tech.
Guest Panel Discussion
We’re excited to be joined by industry experts who will share their insights and advice on starting a career in digital. Guests to be confirmed soon!
Our panel will discuss career opportunities, industry trends, and practical steps young people can take to get ahead in the digital world.
Why Attend?
✅ Get expert advice on digital careers and pathways
✅ Understand the skills employers are looking for
✅ Learn about local opportunities and training programs
✅ Ask questions and hear real-life experiences from industry professionals
📢 Join us for an informative and engaging session designed to help parents, carers, and young people take the next step in their digital careers!
👉 Register Now
Guidance and support for the Digital Futures Accelerator
Welcome to the Digital Futures Accelerator! This guidance page will walk you through each step of the project, from forming your team to pitching your product. Whether you're a student, teacher, or parent, this is your go-to resource for making the most of this exciting competition!
Resources for Teachers
We have designed a Teachers Pack, for the Digital Futures project, where you will find a comprehensive set of resources and materials designed specifically for educators.
These resources will support you in implementing the Digital Futures Accelerator project in your classroom, providing step-by-step instructions, worksheets, links and tips.
Feel free to use these resources in your school or college, even if not participating in the competition. OUr aim is to promote Digital skills and careers as widely as possible!
Download Teachers Pack Here
Getting Started
To help you get started planning your project, see guidance below with some key areas to consider and plan around.
Form Your Team
Think about the brief and your team. Do you have the right group in place to deliver on the brief? What skills does each person bring?
Assign Roles
Decide who will lead, how you'll communicate, and how you'll hold each other accountable.
Set Timelines
Remember, this project is extracurricular and designed to give you real-world experience. Set timelines, stick to them, and work as a team—it's a team sport!
Pro Tip
Great teams listen to each other, share ideas, and support everyone to do their best.
What Problem Are You Solving?
Identify Your Problem
Before you start, ask yourself: What problem does my product solve, and who is it for? Think about your audience: What do they need, and how will your product help them?
Choose Your Focus
Your idea can focus on anything—from creating social good (e.g., helping lonely older people find companions) to solving everyday challenges (e.g., finding dog walkers).
Pro Tip
Ask yourself: What is the product? Why is it important? Who is it for? Remember: The best ideas solve problems AND are easy to use.
Designing Your Product
1
Focus on User Experience
How will your product work? How will people use it? This is a crucial step! Focus on the user experience (UX): What's the first thing users will see? How will they navigate your product?
2
Create Prototypes
Create prototypes (like sketches or digital mockups) to show how your product will work, and share your ideas with your mentor to get feedback.
3
Test and Refine
Keep testing your design. Is it simple to use? Does it solve the problem you identified?
Bring Your Product to Life
Create Your Homepage
Start by creating your homepage, which should clearly show what your product is and why it's useful.
If you have coders in your group, you can create a homepage using HTML and CSS, or you can use no code / low code options like workdpress or Go Daddy to create a test site.
Design a Site Map
Then, design a site map—a blueprint of all the pages on your website and how they connect.
Use the Right Tools
Use tools like Figma, Google Slides, or even pen and paper to map out your ideas.
Pro Tip: Focus on simplicity. Your site doesn't need to be huge—it just needs to work well and be easy to navigate!
Promote Your Product
Create a Video
Create a 3-minute promotional video using tools like Canva or free editing apps. Use your phone for footage—it doesn't need to be a Hollywood production! Focus on clearly communicating your product's purpose and audience.
Design a Logo
Design a simple, eye-catching logo using tools available at school or free apps online.
Social Media
Create up to 3 social media posts (Instagram or Facebook format) designed to grab attention and promote your product.
Pro Tip
It's not about the production quality—it's about the creativity and communication of your ideas!
Pitch Your Product Like a Pro
1
Develop a Business Plan
Develop a simple business plan that answers key questions: Who is your product for? Why will people use it? How will it make money (or sustain itself)?
2
Prepare Your Pitch
Then, prepare to pitch your product at the final showcase event in June. Your pitch should be no more than 10 minutes and tell a story—what inspired your product, how it works, and why it will succeed.
3
Impress the Judges
Judges will be looking for creativity, teamwork, and how well you've thought through your idea!
Final Tips for Success
1
Stay Focused
Break the project into small steps and tackle them one by one.
2
Communicate
Keep talking to your team and mentor—they're there to help!
3
Be Bold
Don't be afraid to try new ideas and think outside the box.