“I'm Done!”Now, how do I get a job?

Be prepared

It’s the key to success

What makes you special?

What is it about you that is unique?

Consider your own personal USP (Unique Selling Point)

Think of yourself as a brand

The CV

Covering Letter

A well constructed cover letter could be the difference between being noticed or being trashed.

Make it exceptional. Write it well.

CV Details

1. Add all of your contact details

2. Education

3. Work experience

4. Keep it to one page – you can always point information to a website, blog or online portfolio.

The Portfolio

You are designers, it should therefore be designed!

If you have worked collaboratively on a piece of work,

explain what you have done.

Have a low res PDF version for email.

Website, Blog even better

(utilise online portfolio galleries www.behance.net )

ClientNZ Writing Festival

Project NameInk

Photography (original image) Retouching

Do your research

Who is it that you want to work for?

What makes you want to work for them?

Why?

What do you know about their work?

What do you know about their culture?

The Interview

Common questions

1. Tell me about yourself…

2. What are you strengths?

3. What are you weaknesses?

4. What are you doing at the moment?

5. Why do you want to work for us?

How should you present yourself

Practice interviewing with someone or with the recruiter. (Remember recruiters are there to help you get a job.)

First impressions count there is no 2nd chance1. Eye contact and firm hand shake2. On time, prepared.3. Dress for success.

This is crucial.

The cultural fit of a workplace will ensure your workplace happiness.

Be yourself

Manners

Whether you use a recruiter (remember they are trying to sell you in to an agency or company) or if you interview directly with the company.

Thank them for their time.

Social Media – The good and bad

Do not underestimate its power.

Facebook, Tumblr, Blogs, Linkedin …

People can find out about you. It could be the difference between being employed or not.

Social Media

1. Register with Linkedin Upload your portfolio and complete your online presenceFollow companies of interest

1. You’ll be on their radar2. Gives you the opportunity to find out about potential

job opportunities directly.

Consider online portfolio as they integrate well Behance.net

Networking

Meetups.com

Networking is invaluable.

Download the Meetup App

Get out there. Meet people. Communicate

After The Application

The Follow Up

If you are applying directly give it a week before contact.

A recruiter will give you an estimated time frame for a response.

But do not harass people.

The reality check

There’s no such thing as a free lunch

Offering your services free allows you to understand

process, methods, culture as well as getting invaluable

experience.

Internships, often mean no salary (they may cover

expenses) or minimum salary for a set period of time.

Important!!!!

Do not let employers take advantage of you. Make sure

you have everything in writing and for a defined amount

of time.

How much?

Recent graduate salaries

$32-35,000 for new graduates

$45,000 – 2 years experience.

Always keep the door open

Even if you are unsuccessful follow up with an email,

card or a note to thank them for their time

Any Questions?