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In this episode, host Jahleane interviews Sarah Murray, a part-time model and full-time corporate professional, about her journey in balancing both careers. Sarah shares her experiences transitioning from post-grad life to modeling, the importance of social media in the industry, and how she manages her time effectively to book campaigns with companies like Mighty Patch, CeraVe, Target, and more.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Sarah's Journey

01:50 Navigating Post-Grad Life and Career Choices

03:45 Starting Out in the Modeling Industry

10:32 The Role of Social Media in Modeling

12:20 Building an Instagram Portfolio

15:20 Inbound Opportunities and Networking

19:44 Balancing a Corporate Job and Modeling

21:46 Time Management Tips for Aspiring Models

30:34 Navigating the Challenges of Being a Short BIPOC Model

43:25 Understanding Financial Aspects of Modeling

About Sarah:

Sarah Murray is a digital creative working in communications and the social impact space. Outside her 9–5, she’s a content creator and agency-signed model represented across the East Coast, with clients including Target, Hero Cosmetics, CeraVe, Carol’s Daughter, IT Cosmetics, and Coppertone.

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The only platform and resource center dedicated to helping postgrads and 20-somethings overcome mindset blocks and take action toward their professional goals, no matter how "unconventional" that might look.

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