Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) as a career

I interview Fidelma and we chat about all things Geographical Information Systems (GIS).
If you have ever thought about a career in Geospatial Information Systems then this is the one for you. We understand what a day in a life looks like GIS and what a career path will look like should you want to get into the field of Geographical Information Systems.

GIS software has been around since the 1960's it uses a wide range of components, including hardware networks, data analysis procedures, GIS analysis, and databases. Maps are the heart of GIS, but GIS is more than just maps. GIS enables a more comprehensive and holistic understanding of places and spatial challenges by linking data to geographic features.

00:00 Intro
00:36 Summary of Fidelma
01:48 What made you move from Ireland
02:42 Moving from Ireland to Australia
04:49 Specific visa you needed
07:18 Things you need to sort
08:29 What degree did you study
09:16 What is Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
13:32 How did you find out about GIS
14:35 Working for Melbourne airport
16:33 What skills you need
18:13 What type of degree do you need
19:04 Challenges that you faced in your career
20:16 Are you stuck behind a desk
21:26 What does a career path look like in GIS
23:45 Best career advice