South Africa, Sept. 29 -- Stephanie Simpson, illustration lecturer at Red & Yellow Creative School of Business, who recently took the number one lecturer spot in the Loeries rankings 2025 and was selected as a jury member for The One Club for Creativity Young Ones ADC Awards, is of the opinion that creative careers have never been static.

"The most successful graduates are those who stay curious and keep expanding their skills. Illustration, design, storytelling, digital platforms - these are all connected, and the ability to move between them is incredibly valuable."

Employers are increasingly looking for what some educators call "skills velocity". This is the ability to learn, adapt and apply new capabilities quickly.

For students lo...