Design Interview Questions, Resume Skills & Portfolio Tips

You’ve got a promising graphic design interview; now it’s your time to shine. Whether you’re just getting started or have been in the industry for awhile, find out what hiring managers are looking for in an interviewee, get a feel for the type of questions they may ask, and be aware of what type of qualifications and design skills you could add to your repertoire. HOW partners with experts, like The Creative Group, for leading advice to help guide design careers.

Getting Started: 9 Tactics to Secure Your Dream Internship

With fewer slots available this year, it’s crucial to stand out in order to land an internship in the creative field. Try these 8 tips for winning out against the competition. More

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Don’t Skimp on the Cover Letter

When well crafted and targeted to the opportunity, a cover letter can give you an edge over the competition. Don’t miss the chance to make a strong first impression and set yourself apart from other creatives. Follow these 7 steps to creating the perfect cover letter.
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Pitfalls to Career Resolutions

It’s not to late to make career resolutions, and stick to them this year. Read through these common pitfalls, so that your resolution can help bring success instead of regret in the New Year. More

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Designer Portfolio 101

No matter where you are in your design career, it’s always smart to have a portfolio ready. Read these tips on creating and presenting a killer creative portfolio that’ll help you land that next design job. More

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Spread the Word About Your Freelance Work

Finesse your freelancing skills to make more money. More

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How to Present Your Creative Portfolio

Your portfolio is finished so the hard part is over. Right? Learn from hiring managers and career gurus how to present your best creative portfolio with panache. More

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Job Interviews: Research to Win

You can set yourself apart from other job candidates by doing the right research—and using it the right way. More

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Re-evaluating Your Current Job

Here are some signs that your job may be going nowhere fast and some tips on how to take control of your career. More

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Mastering the Phone Interview

Image may be everything, but in a phone interview it’s what you say that counts. Here are some suggestions to help you ace your next telephone interview. More

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Interviewing Different Types of Job Candidates

Following are some candidates you might meet while you’re trying to find the perfect match for a job in your department—and tips on how best to interview them. More

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