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12 Interview Tips for Young Designers

The document provides 12 interview tips for young designers, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, addressing critiques, and asking questions. It suggests tailoring portfolios to specific jobs, focusing on storytelling, and showcasing current work rather than outdated pieces. Additionally, it advises leaving a printed résumé behind to create a lasting impression.

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12 Interview Tips for Young Designers @JimMacLeod
Don’t Oversell Yourself
No Excuses
Take any Critique you are Given
Ask Questions
Help Solve Their Problems
Physical vs. Digital Portfolio
Tailor Your Portfolio for the Job
Explain Your Process
Tell a Story with Your Portfolio
Don’t Show Old Work
Show YOUR Work
Leave a Printed Résumé Behind
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