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Just Get A Real Job

Jamie Mackinlay
Poetry
Social Media
Edinburgh Fringe
Indie Filmmaking
Theatre
Scotland
Abstract Art
Screenwriting
Luke Wright
Social Media Marketing For Film
Glasgow Boys
DIY Filmmaking
Eric App
Creative Industries
Common Tongue
Audience Building / Monetization
Working Class
Lioness
Freelancing
Scottish Identity

A podcast that demystifies the creative industries, hosted by Scottish Script Editor Jamie Mackinlay. Each week, Jamie chats with creatives at different stages of their careers about the highs, lows and everything in between. Perfect for anyone interested in working in the arts, Just Get A Real Job celebrates creativity in all its forms and offers insight, humour, and advice for anyone starting ou... more

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In this week’s episode, Jamie is joined once again by writer Philip Ralph for his fourth appearance on the podcast.

After years of recording remotely, Jamie & Phil finally get to sit down together in real life following a busy week at the Edinburgh ... more

It’s been a while since I’ve done a solo episode, so this week I wanted to check in and have an honest chat about where I’m at and what’s been happening behind the scenes at Just Get A Real Job.

I reflect on reaching 200 episodes, navigating freelan... more

In the final episode of this year’s Edinburgh Fringe series I’m joined by Justin Butcher live from Assembly Gardens.

Justin has spent more than 35 years building a career across theatre, television and performance. We chat about his journey into the... more

Today on Just Get A Real Job, I’m joined by playwright Emery Schaffer, recorded live from Assembly Gardens at the Edinburgh Fringe.

Emery shares her journey from studying theatre in New York to moving to Scotland and building a career as a playwrigh... more

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Justin Butcher
The guest, writer/performer of Scaramouche Jones and theatre-maker
Episode: EP. 204 - 'Surviving 35 Years in the Arts' | Justin Butcher
Emery Schaffer
Writer and BearGirl creator
BearGirl, Assembly Festival Fringe show
Episode: EP. 203 - 'The Arts Is an Ultramarathon' | Emery Schaffer
Susie McCabe
Comedian and actor
Episode: EP. 202 - Susie McCabe on Class, Comedy & Who Gets a Chance
Drew Lausch
Comedian, creator of Friendliest
Episode: EP. 201 - ‘From Musical Theatre to New York Stand-Up’ | Drew Lausch
Matt Hickman
Brownbear, Scottish musician
Episode: EP. 200 - ‘Learning to Slow Down in an Industry That Never Stops’ | Brownbear
Fraser Scott
Theatre director and co-creator of Common Tongue
Common Tongue
Episode: EP. 199 - Being Different Is Your Biggest Creative Advantage | Olivia Claw & Fraser Scott
Olivia Claw
Actor and performer in Common Tongue
Common Tongue
Episode: EP. 199 - Being Different Is Your Biggest Creative Advantage | Olivia Claw & Fraser Scott
Darren Brownlie
Scottish actor known for River City and theater work
Actor, Theatre and TV
Episode: EP. 198 - Can You Actually Make a Living as an Actor in Scotland? | Darren Brownlie
Reece Donnelly
Business owner and founder of Theatre School of Scotland
Theatre School of Scotland
Episode: EP. 197 - Acting, The Apprentice & Creating Opportunities for Young Performers | Reece Donnelly

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Jamie Mackinlay
Host of Just Get A Real Job

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maxime Paxton
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Just what I needed

    I found this pod just when I needed it, I was looking for my “break” and needed some inspiration and I tripped and fell down the back catalogue of Just Get a Real Job and I’ve never looked back! Thanks for what you do! 👏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJ4042
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • CHECK THIS OUT

    So helpful for creatives and good fun

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JUST GET A REAL JOB SUPERFAN
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Amazing Podcast

    Found this podcast on social media out of the blue and have listened to it ever since, the team come across passionate for what they’re doing which makes each episode easy listening.

    10/10 would recommend to check it out,

    Great variety in guests and conversations are always well thought out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ConnorJElder
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Amazing!

    Great podcast! Love the honest conversation and the advice xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    filmgraduate
    Spain6 years ago

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Variety of guests keeps the topics fresh, especially for indie and grassroots creatives.
Guests bring practical, real-world guidance for building creative careers.
Host keeps interviews warm and insightful, with a good balance of ambition and realism.
Shows consistently high-energy yet relaxed, making conversations easy to follow.

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EP. 201 - ‘From Musical Theatre to New York Stand-Up’ | Drew Lausch
Q: How do you manage the emotional toll of performing personal material?
Drew discusses the ongoing balance between truth and performance, the need for a middle ground, and the importance of maintaining mental health while being autobiographical on stage.
EP. 201 - ‘From Musical Theatre to New York Stand-Up’ | Drew Lausch
Q: What was the moment you felt stand-up could become a career?
Headlining in Asheville and the invitation from Alan Cumming to be part of a Showtime special were pivotal, giving validation that his work could reach a broader audience.
EP. 201 - ‘From Musical Theatre to New York Stand-Up’ | Drew Lausch
Q: How did you first get into stand-up and start building a following?
Drew explains starting with a 10-minute cabaret in college, then producing his own drag show, taking a stand-up course in New York, and hustling by creating his own shows which led to bigger opportunities like Alan Cumming's Showtime special.
EP. 190 - ‘What It’s Really Like Being a Poet in 2026' | Robbie Hood
Q: What's your process for writing?
He explains that poems often come in one rush, with a few lines guiding direction, and that he writes multiple pieces quickly, sometimes drafting on the way to work using voice notes.
EP. 190 - ‘What It’s Really Like Being a Poet in 2026' | Robbie Hood
Q: What frustrates you most about the creative industries right now?
He expresses frustration about risk-averse funding and the focus on IP and big-name projects, arguing for smaller, more ambitious stories that reflect real people and working-class experiences.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Just Get A Real Job

What is Just Get A Real Job about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful deep-dive into creative careers, with guests ranging from debut filmmakers and actors to poets, indie label founders, and policy makers. Episodes center on real-world paths into writing, directing, acting, visual arts, and music, exploring funding, distribution, mentorship, and the realities of sustaining a creative practice outside traditional routes. Listeners will hear practical advice on building networks, navigating funding climates, balancing day jobs with art, and leveraging grassroots initiatives and digital platforms to reach audiences. A standout quality is the emphasis on resilience, authentic storytelling, and community-driven opportunities, often tempered with humor and actionable tips for breaking in and staying a... more

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1. Justin Butcher
2. Emery Schaffer
3. Susie McCabe
4. Drew Lausch
5. Matt Hickman
6. Fraser Scott
7. Olivia Claw
8. Darren Brownlie

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