so you wanna be a designer?…

Design. DeSiGn. dEsIgN. design. No matter how you lay it out, getting your foot in the door may very well be the frustation of your career. Just like many other competitive job fields, there is always someone ahead of you and usually less qualified. Mind you half the people that will interview you for a graphic design or other art related position, has no clue what it is you do. Almost a year ago, I interviewed with a staffing agencey. They agreed to get me gigs in exchange for owning me and anything I created for a year. Please don’t sell yourself short. These type of jobs are great for networking and gaining some experience under your belt but you could do the exact same thing freelance and share zero of your earnings. It may seem intimidating at first but once you get going the experience can be very rewarding. In a world full of self proclaimed designers, it is important to set yourself apart from the rest. Make sure to keep up to date on current trends in design, software, and technique. It is good practice to try out new things and network with like minded indivduals. Most importantly, don’t give up. If you believe in your talent and are passionate about your work, success is part of the equation.

~ by dreamsndigital on February 16, 2007.