Harrison Park is a Graphic Design alumni. During his presentation with us he explained that it is so important to network with build and "build relationships." This is because one contact can lead you to many other contacts. Jobs and work after university is not handed to you on a plate. You need to "work hard for it, be passionate." Harrison gave an anecdote about how he worked in retail jobs after university then realised he shouldn't take that route because he had spent time on getting an education to do what he was passionate about. Another one of his points was "sell yourself" and "don't be a dick, be humble." because no one wants to work with someone that is arrogant or difficult as this also gives you a bad reputation. "Don't be afraid to ask questions" and "rejection happens." He worked at a studio with his friend as convinced himself he loved it because his friend did but he didn't. "Stay true to yourself." If it's not working out try something else. "Your as good as your last project."
"No ones ever looked at what grade I got." The portfolio and how you are as a person is so much more important than what you graduate with. It's also beneficial to "collaborate - use people around you and on other courses." If you are contacting professional's "make it personal", talk about one of their recent projects, boost their ego or do something different. Go trial in different places and see what environment works for you. You don't have to take the first opportunity. Make sure you know what is right for you and if it isn't working, leave. He spoke about how different everyone was in terms of gaining placements and what events you would go to. This talk was beneficial and gave a strong insight on what starting your career and life is like after graduating university.
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