We surveyed the WNW community to see if it was at all common for our members to change disciplines. Given that our members are a discerning, talented, and successful bunch, and established enough in their existing roles to rack up awards and formidable client lists, we didn’t expect all that much movement. But then we took a look at the results.
Read MoreTools of the Trade: A Creative Gift Guide Curated by WNW Members
We asked WNW Members to let us in on their secrets when it comes to what tools they use to elevate their craft. Everything from the software they use to the physical tools they work with to the chair they sit on. Here are their essentials and intangibles. Just in time to add a few things to your holiday wish list.
Read More11 Creatives on Working Through Imposter Syndrome
“The best way to combat Imposter Syndrome is by talking about it with other creatives. It’s important to realize that feeling like a fraud is not some secret defect but a universal symptom of being alive and having an internet connection.”
Read MoreHow Not to Get a Job in the Creative Industry, Part 3: The Interview
I'm here to tell you what you need to do to not get a job. This advice is coming directly from a bunch of Creative Directors and Recruiters on WNW. They told me very specifically what annoys them, what makes them skip portfolios, and what nixes applicants right away.
Read MoreHow Not to Get a Job in the Creative Industry, Part 2: The Work
401 (Yay!) How to Save Your Creative Future
The days of company pensions are long gone and we’re staying alive longer than ever. There is no doubt that we need to save aggressively for our retirement so we can afford to live when we can no longer work.
Read MoreHow Not to Get a Job in the Creative Industry, Part 1: The Portfolio
You've probably heard all of the advice there is on how to get a job in the creative industry. So I'm here to tell you what you need to do to not get a job. This advice is coming directly from a bunch of Creative Directors and Recruiters on WNW. They told me very specifically what annoys them, what makes them skip portfolios, and what nixes applicants right away.
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