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Top 8 Graphic Design Schools to Launch Your Career

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Leverage campus visits, portfolio days, virtual tours and informational interviews to get a well-rounded perspective on culture and curricula when deciding where to submit applications. Frequently Asked Questions What portfolio is needed to apply for graphic design degrees? What jobs can you get with a graphic design degree?

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Interview with Michelle Crocker, Shillington Graduate and Freelance Designer for Film and TV

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Three months later, with a fresh portfolio, Michelle headed out into the industry and started working as a freelancer taking on jobs in the film and TV industry. I spent my time printmaking which I loved, however I left with no real life design skills. So, she headed back to school and enrolled on Shillington’s full-time course.

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The Creative Boom 2023 Christmas gift guide for creatives

Creative Boom

And this one has been designed by Dutch designer/printmaker Karel Martens. Also launching is the next generation of the Leica Summicron-M 28 f/2 ASPH, an update to the M-Lens portfolio offering a state-of-the-art, versatile wide-angle lens with the latest sensor technology in an improved ergonomic and compact body. Wield it wisely."

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The 20 Best Graphic Design Examples That Will Blow You Away

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The agency wanted to create a brand that was timeless as to connect all 12 branches of the museum and their collections. Bookmark this page for future inspiration, and seek out the portfolios of the talented artists featured in this post. Read more about Any But None 10. There’s no need to suffer from designer’s block again.

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Future Print Club T-Shirt Design 9 Shillumni Winners

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Shillington allowed her to develop a strong portfolio and transition careers to design. She says that her background in illustration and printmaking allows her to make work that is exciting and expressive, and she especially likes to take on branding and identity briefs. Katie Vicary , Create Arts NGO. Ina Arens , Girls Write Now NGO.

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Meet Claire Grocott, Shillington Graduate and Founder of Studio Kokomo

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After finishing a Philosophy degree I worked in many different roles across a range of industries—I was a PA at a corporate finance company, an Account Executive at an ad agency, ran a little wedding flower business and even did a stint as an Event Manager at a speed dating company! The list goes on! Also…Pinterest. Surprise us!

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Chris Madden on becoming a graphic illustrator, the joys of editorial work, and how to enter the industry

Creative Boom

Combined with an aesthetic from traditional printmaking techniques, he's settled into a new role as a graphic illustrator. I think it's the same as any other creative job; put together a strong portfolio of the work you want to make, and get it under the noses of people who commission that kind of work.