Why We Took the Leap and Joined the Diploma with Jasmine Butler and Emma Brook (podcast episode)

If you’ve ever wondered whether a Jewellers Academy diploma programme might be the right fit for you, this episode can help answer your questions. Emma Brook and Jasmine Butler are both students in our Silver Jewellery Diploma, and in this episode, they dive deep into discussing their experience with the programme. Jasmine and Emma explain what inspired them to enrol, share their time management tips, reflect on their favourite projects, and explain what they’ve learned about both the business and creative sides of jewellery making.

 
 
 
 
 

101: Why We Took the Leap and Joined the Diploma

with Jasmine Butler and Emma Brook

If you’ve ever wondered whether a Jewellers Academy diploma programme might be the right fit for you, this episode can help answer your questions. Emma Brook and Jasmine Butler are both students in our Silver Jewellery Diploma, and in this episode, they dive deep into discussing their experience with the programme. Jasmine and Emma explain what inspired them to enrol, share their time management tips, reflect on their favourite projects, and explain what they’ve learned about both the business and creative sides of jewellery making.

Episode Description:

  • In this episode, we’ll be talking with two of our silver jewellery diploma students, Jasmine Butler and Emma Brook (0:50)

  • What led you to sign up for the silver jewellery diploma? (1:37)

  • How did you manage getting all the tools and materials? (9:13)

  • What has been your favourite project so far? What has been most challenging? (12:43)

  • Which projects are you looking forward to in Term 3? (16:40)

  • Can you tell us about your experience working with a mentor? (18:19)

  • How has the course helped you on the business side? (22:23)

  • What time management strategies have worked for you during the diploma? (27:23)

  • How to connect with Emma and Jasmine (34:47)

Resources

Register for the 2022 Diploma in Silver Jewellery

Follow Jasmine on Instagram

Follow Emma on Instagram and Facebook

Find Jewellers Academy on Instagram and Facebook!


The brooch featured was Emma’s Final Project piece, made from Sterling Silver, with some 9 ct gold granules and a garnet cabochon.


 

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