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Step Eight: Interviewing
Valerie Atkisson/ArtBistro
For example: I meet deadlines. In college I worked at the student newspaper in graphic design. We had strict deadlines for our work to be done. I was able to meet these deadlines even with a heavy course load.
This may sound canned but it is an effective way to communicate what you want about your work and highlight your abilities. After practice, this will come naturally. Write down before hand what you want to get across and practice this. You can slightly adjust your answers to their questions. The more preparation, the better you will do.
Wrapping up
Stick to the schedule. Do not take up more time than the interviewer has allotted for. On the other hand if you hit it off and you are having a great time talking, don’t cut it short. Leave a good impression. Thank them for their time and consideration. Most importantly, express your interest and enthusiasm for the opportunity. Ask when you might meet again or hear from them.
debkuhlmeyer
10 months ago
68 comments
Hi, thank you for the great advice. I've done the Art Degree, Networking, worked in an art department, Writing, and I even built my own web site. It seems the problem is, that companies want to keep up with the latest software, like CS, CS2, CS3, CS4 etc.... and after reviewing some of them, the difference really isn't worh the cost of constanlty upgrading. If you have great tools and are a great designer, you will create great work ! However, companies want you to know a specific program. How many people run out and upgrade there software every year. It really wouldn't be hard to train a designer on any software modifications. Give people a chance. We are not rich or we wouldn't be looking for work.
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about 1 year ago
the cheeze might be in the maze if age is not a factor
toussaint
about 1 year ago
50 comments
great read , anyone interested in making a living off of creativity should read this ...
CurtMaryAnn
about 1 year ago
96 comments
P. S. your photos are so fun.
CurtMaryAnn
about 1 year ago
96 comments
Valerie,
Thise steps are so great and are a module for getting into any career. You have put out here a great mix of your own experience and research. Let's hear some success stories of designers following these steps.