Zack's Digital Accelerator, summed up in one word: rewarding

What made you apply for the Digital Accelerator course?

I attended an event in Brighton on 'What exactly is digital?' — it was there I bumped into the warm-smiling Megan, who was representing Creative Process and encouraging people to register for the Digital Accelerator. Hearing Megan's own journey on the course, and about the other digital career opportunities the company offers, really helped me make my decision.

What did you hope to gain from doing the course?

I already had a background in digital media, but I wanted to know if my skills were still at the right level and to develop new ones. I was also drawn to the idea of making connections and new friends along the way.

What have you achieved through the Digital Accelerator?

I've achieved a Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Working in Digital Technology Industries. I'm now work-ready, with the ability to present in a professional environment and the capability to learn and do something new every day.

Has the course helped you in your job search?

I'm currently looking for an apprenticeship, and all the technical terms will come in handy. The knowledge won't only help me with my own ideas and designs — it'll also help me understand the minds of other designers.

What would you say to someone interested in the course?

Do it! You have nothing to lose, and it's free. If there's one thing this course taught me, it's that I was more capable than I'd led myself to believe. As well as getting work-ready and gaining a valuable qualification, it's an experience that tests you and gives you an insight into the hectic world of digital — definitely something I'd recommend, whether to get a feel for the industry or to knock away any fears you might have.

I'll do one better than a sentence and say one word: rewarding.