Design-Nation: promoting British design internationally 10 top tips for landing a creative job Pip Jamieson 25 March 2015 The creative industries are booming and there are more jobs than ever, but competition is fierce. Give yourself the best chance of landing that dream job with these top ten tips from Pip Jamieson, founder of professional networking platform for the creative industries The Dots. 1. It’s best to get all your ducks in a row before applying for jobs. 2. Your portfolio is essentially your calling card – the better it is, the juicier the role you could land. One of my all time favourite quotes is from Micah Walker, creative partner at The Monkeys: “If your portfolio reflects nothing personal, it might as well be someone else’s.” Employers have to review hundreds of portfolios, so stand out with self-initiated personal projects – it shows you’re proactive and passionate. 3. Your portfolio is essentially your calling card – the better it is, the juicier the role you could land! 4. 5. 6. Cover letters are a pain but can make all the difference. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Design - Design & Media - Yorkshire Employment and Training Information - Yorkshire Graduates Did you know the iPhone was created by a UK designer? No wonder the UK's design industry is recognised as world-class. Over 185,000 people work in design in the UK, helping businesses to stand out in crowded market places and compete on value rather than price. Jobs in Design can be varied but popular career routes include graphic design, fashion and multimedia. But it's not just about being creative, you need to have a professional approach to time, costs and deadlines. You could find yourself working in a design agency or an in-house position and many designers work on a freelance basis. To get in you'll need experience of working with a wide range of media including photography and computer-aided design and you should have evidence to back this up. Job vacancies in Design & Media Useful links: The Design Council A government funded body promoting design in the UK. The Directory of Design Consultants The Chartered Society of Designers A society for the design profession. Digital Yorkshire
New government figures show UK has largest design sector in Europe January’s Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) results are fantastic news for the creative industries – and for design specifically. The high growth year on year proves once and for all that that the creative industries are outperforming the UK economy as a whole, and that design is a key engine within this sector, with its contribution growing faster than any other part of the creative industries. The new figures value the UK creative industries as a whole at £76.9 billion a year – contributing an incredible £8.8 million to the UK economy every hour. World-class employment Indeed, some of the statistics are nothing short of extraordinary. This means the UK now has the second-largest design sector in the world and the largest design industry in Europe. The whole picture The most interesting point here is that is really only part of the picture. For example, design professions such as architecture are not included in these statistics. Exports Education Recognition from on high
Multimedia Careers Multimedia covers a wide variety of job areas including web design, computer games design, advertising graphics, animation and new media. Multimedia is used in libraries, museums, security systems, cable TV, publishing houses, schools, retailers, films, games, training and video conferencing. Much of the work is freelance work and can be done working from home. There is a need for multimedia developers - Flash Developers, network engineers, legal and “rights” experts, publishers, graphic artists, sound experts, animators, authors/content providers, project managers, picture researchers. Employers look for knowledge of specific packages e.g. Common job areas: Web Designer/Developer Multimedia Designer Software Developer/Programmer IT Support/Helpdesk On-line publishing – editorial/design Destinations of Kent Multimedia graduates Destinations of University of Kent Multimedia Technology & Design Graduates These statistics only cover the first six months after graduation. Animation Web Design
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Digital Media Training | Web Design and Development Courses | CAD, 3D & Games Illustrators, Photographers, Illustration, Photography, Source Books and Online Portfolios Home - BECTU How I started my own business: WayWest Design This week, Jack, a New Media graduate talks about his experience of setting up his own business, WayWest Design – he explains how the Enterprise opportunities at the University have helped him throughout his entrepreneurial journey and what benefits this experience has brought him. If you’re interested in starting your own business, read on and don’t forget to check out the Leeds University Start up Service page on our website for more information. About my business: I’m Jack Weston, founding Director at WayWest Design. We provide expert services in Web and App Development, Digital Design and Illustration, Photography, Videography, Motion Graphics, SEO Consultancy, Marketing Consultancy & Digital and Marketing Strategy to our worldwide client base. WayWest was established whilst I was still studying at the University of Leeds. How my University experience has helped me: Fast forward to the present, after graduating this year, I have now taken my business ‘on the road’. Any advice?
newdesign magazine offers a diverse and engaging mix of features in every issue Celebrating more than fifteen years of publication, newdesign has a proud history of serving and championing the design industry. Our mission is to ensure that that the magazine continues to offer a space in print to showcase the very best work in design as well as a platform for the debate and discussion of the issues that matter to the industry. Featuring the work of consultancies and design teams worldwide, it is not only essential reading for those in the creative industries but also companies who use design for competitive advantage. As an editorially-led publication newdesign offers a diverse and engaging mix of features in every issue that, whether written by industry professionals or our own in-house editorial team, provides in-depth analysis and comment. Alistair WelchEditoralistair@newdesignmagazine.co.uk