Field-Tested 3-Step System to Land Your First Creative Job — From Portfolio Preparation to Full-Time Offers
As Discussed at Adobe Creative Retreat
Noted by Registered Graphic Designers
Largest association of graphic designers in Canada
Born into a family of doctors in Siberia, Andrew Reutsky discovered Photoshop at the age of 10, sparking a lifelong passion for design. Two weeks after turning 18, he moved solo to Toronto to study Advertising and Graphic Design, graduating with honours before refining his craft in Florence, Italy. Recognized by Communication Arts as one of the 15 Most Promising Young Creatives Worldwide↗, he quickly rose to the role of Art Director at Leo Burnett, one of the best ad agencies in the world, crafting campaigns for General Motors, AAA, and Metrolinx, among others.
Research shows that an aspiring creative professional (i.e. writer, designer, editor) can secure a stable, well-paying job by following three straightforward, actionable steps.
Covered: Resume, Creative Portfolio Tips, Finding Creative Internship
Don’t rely on your degree alone—employers want proof of creative thinking and craft. A strong portfolio is your real ticket into the creative industry.
Covered: Interview Preparation, First Job Offer, Getting Hired at a Creative Agency
Learn what agencies and studios are really looking for during interviews. This guide offers strategies to tailor your approach and land that first opportunity.
Covered: Why Employers Hire You, How to Get a Creative Job
Understand how to stand out during your placement and become the hire they can't afford to lose.
Backed by extensive research, the paper has been created in consultation with anticipated graduates and supported with insights from more than 30 successful creative professionals.
“I wish I read this when I was first starting out”
“Alone we can do do so little; together we can do so much.”
Helen Keller