They went around questioning a variety of designers and from that came up with the own 'thoughtfulisms' as to what a graphic designer needs to be
- To be interesting you have to be interested.
- Only work with the best. Even if you don't get paid.
- You must earn the right to do great work.
- Learn to make connections.
- The chair is your enemy.
- Preparation Prevents Piss Poor Performance.
- Never, never, never give up.
- Always remember to say thank you.
The following speaker was Lise Brian from The Chase.
She started the talk with a quote which seems to be integral to The Chase
'There was once an old Indian craftsman who carved elephants from blocks of timber. When asked how he did it, he would simply reply, "I just cut away the wood that doesn't look like an elephant".'
Following this Lise gave us her Top 10 Tips when attempting to get a job
- Get a name and spell it correctly
- Don't attach to many folders
- Follow up with a call
- Be nice to receptionists
- Got an interview? Try not to be to nervous
- Know something about where you're going
- Be enthusiastic
- No jobs? Ask about placements
- Turn up unannounced
- Can I help?
She then went on to give us her Top 10 Tips for folders
- Don't like it? Take it out or redo it
- Have a good mix of work
- Keep your folders spotless
- Treat it like any other layout job
- Mock-ups are lovely
- Don't put foamboard in your folder
- How much time have you got?
- Given advice? You don't have to take it all to heart
- Practice
- Start and finish with your strongest work
Recommended reading: The Art of Looking Sideways by Alan Fletcher
Hello Charlotte,
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