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March 2016

  • In this photo, model Feebee poses as part of art installation “Dazzle room” made by artist Shigeki Matsuyama

    Want to work in art and design? Follow this checklist first

    From remembering less is more when promoting your work – The Dots founder Pip Jamieson details the steps to take for a career in design

June 2014

May 2014

  • Paintings By Atkinson Grimshaw Are Prepared Ahead Of The Opening Of New Exhibition At The Guildhall

    What career can I do with an arts or humanities degree? – live chat

    If you're wondering which paths you can take with your degree, ask our experts on Thursday 29 May from 2pm to 4pm BST

April 2014

  • The cast of "Mad Men" Christina Hendricks, John Slattery, Jared Harris, Vincent Kartheiser, Jon Hamm

    How to increase your chances of a career in advertising

    From bedroom coders to relationship builders, there's a huge range of roles in advertising – here's how to land one

September 2013

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    Designing your career in design: experts share their top tips

    A good portfolio isn't enough to steal the show. You'll need a good knowledge of the sector and a strong online presence

February 2013

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    Logging on to your digital career – what are the options?

    You don't have to be a computer scientist to work for a website. Amy Edwards looks at career options in the digital industry

November 2012

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    Applications to the creative services industry: the seven deadly sins

    Helen Brown shares the worst mistakes made by graduates applying for jobs in the creative services industry

March 2012

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    Explore your career options in branding - live Q&A

    • Experts will be offering advice about the different opportunities in branding on Tuesday 13 March - post your question below
    • Sign up here for details of upcoming live Q&As

January 2012

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    The Careers Blog
    Getting a job at a branding and design agency: an insider's guide

    Budding branding professionals need a blend of commercial and creative nous, says agency director Martyn Withers

October 2011

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    The Careers Blog
    Live Q&A: What to do with a degree in design studies

    Whether you've got your eye on a specific design career or you're mulling over your options, join our experts for careers advice in a live Q&A on Friday 21 October

July 2011

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    The Careers Blog
    Live Q&A: Breaking into brand design

    Want to know how to stand out in brand design? Ask our panel of designers and industry experts in a live Q&A on Wednesday 20 July from 1pm or post questions now

December 2010

  • Nadine Chahine

    Behind the job title
    Behind the job title – typeface designer

    Type designer Nadine Chahine on why she loves her job – and why you need to be passionate about communication to make it in this field

October 2010

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    An insiders guide to...
    An insider's guide to: standing out in brand design

    Brand development director Ben Harris has more than 12 years experience in brand and brand marketing. He explains what he looks for in new packaging and branding design recruits

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