18. Building a Portfolio
If you want a job, you need a portfolio. Sure, a good-looking résumé with excellent credentials and references will seal the deal, but employers want proof. How do I know? Well, I’ve been on both sides of the table. I have interviewed for plenty of jobs over the years (some staff, others freelance). I’ve also been in charge of hiring for an agency and, now, for my own company.
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No one is going to hire a creative professional solely on word of mouth or good grades in school (although both of those things help). If you are applying for a job in the creative industry, you’re going to need a portfolio. ...
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