Ink & Pixels 2022 | From Portfolio to Offer: The Art of Getting Hired

Are you someone that feels stuck in the job-hunting process? Or maybe you're someone who hasn't started looking for jobs yet but you feel like your resume isn't strong enough. Whether you’re just starting out in the creative field or you have a vast array of experience, you won't want to miss this!

On Saturday, April 23, 2022, AIGA Baltimore hosted a virtual panel event to learn from a group of established professionals about how to rethink and refine your approach to getting hired in the creative industry.

Watch the recording to get insight on the dos and don’ts of resumes, portfolios, and interviews as well as the other things to keep in mind that Google doesn't tell you about that could potentially set you apart from the crowd! This is a great opportunity to get different perspectives from a variety of creative individuals, hear about unique tips and tricks, and get your questions answered by some of the top creative professionals in Baltimore and the DMV.

PANELISTS:
Nate Brubaker
Owner & Executive Producer @ Rock Shore Media

Nate developed a passion for entrepreneurship and the creative industry at a young age. According to Nate, the most rewarding part of creating Rock Shore so far has been the ability to grow his team and see them prosper.

Jordan Watts
Director of Design @ Fearless

Jordan has spent his career working to rebuild trust in government and public institutions. As the Director of Design at Fearless he leads a multidisciplinary design practice to help people deliver and get better government services.

Amy Quarles
Art Director @ Visit Baltimore

Amy began her career as an in-house graphic designer at a labor union in Washington, D.C., and moved to the leisure and tourism marketing space in 2007 where she has been ever since. She works with one full-time, in-house graphic designer and marketing managers in a small group of freelance creatives—photographers, illustrators, stylists, and videographers.

Hillary Turnipseed
Director of Recruitment & DEI @ Subject Matter

Founder @ Hill Street Strategies

Hilliary is a DMV area-based talent acquisition executive, with a rich background in early-stage technology startups, media and social impact organizations. She seamlessly integrates diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies into her work, with an emphasis on advocating for underrepresented/underestimated candidates and creating two-way interviewing experiences.

About the Moderator:

Nhu Nguyen
Vice President @ AIGA Baltimore

AVP, Creative Director @ Fenton

Nhu brings over 12 years of comprehensive experience within the multimedia, interactive, and traditional design space and creative industry to develop effective and impactful campaigns. She leads the creative team at Fenton, integrating strategy, effective design, and compelling storytelling to create memorable solutions that help grow brands and leave lasting impressions. Nhu has worked in a variety of different industries and is passionate about amplifying voices that are underrepresented.

Тэги:

#AIGA #AIGA_Baltimore #design #nonprofit

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