How to JOB HUNT for ARTISTS / ANIMATORS 

I tried looking for as job working as an illustrator and graphic designer. Even though I applied to multiple places, some of which were from America, nobody hired me. I decided to immerse myself as much as possible into my art. I did present a portfolio that I made, but my portfolio was kind of like a visual representation of a "jack of all trades, master of none". I put as much in it as possible, in the hopes that someone might be interested in my services. My portfolio included illustrations, paintings, concept art and designs for logos, products, characters, and creatures, 3D sculptures, and even animatics and storyboards. I realized that something like that isn't going to work, so I plan on doing a more polished portfolio, maybe even multiple portfolios, each of which showcases my skills in different fields. Maybe this way I can be hired by a studio where I can put my abilities to good use, while also working with a team and form connections. If not, then maybe I'll go independent.

As a self-taught student, your videos are valuable beyond compare. Thank you for taking the time to share your insights! ❤

i am currently an animation student who now working on a final project before graduating. i honestly have a lot of severe anxiety about job hunting so this video really helped me to remind myself about stuff that i really need to do to land a job. thank you Michelle!

These are awesome tips. As a recent art grad it's sometimes overwhelming trying to figure out how to navigate applying for jobs.

You always post videos when I need it most

ABOUT TO FIGURE MY SHIT OUT LETS GOOOOOOOOO

Thank you for this! Honestly I've been having a hard time putting together portfolios due to lack of direction and motivation and you're putting me back on the right track.

I just brought an IPad air 5 and got procreate to create art. I haven't decided what job I want specifically but hope one day I'll make a good portfolio and get hired at a unionized Industry one day. Love your videos as they are full of helpful information and can't wait for your next one!

Thanks a lot Michelle! I'm a Concept Artist recent grad I'm looking for visdev/character design/background design jobs in animation. I'll definetly try to do all what you said, I feel so grateful for you to help us! ❤❤❤ And congrats for the comic!! 🎉🎉

I was about to give up on trying with art so I love u know. Thank you 🥺

Thank you so much for this!! I'm about to finish my A-levels and so this came at a perfect time!

Thank you, this couldn’t come at a better time!!

This is a great video for students! Now I can send people this direction when they ask me about networking lol

that excel sheet for ANIMATION / VFX / GAME JOB POSTINGS is so useful ,very handy to know about, thanks!😀

Omg! Thanks so much for mentioning our group! I’m Gen, the original creator of the group!

commenting b4 i even watch later bcuz i’m sure this will be informative af 🙌🏾

Unrelated but I finished your book Meesh The Bad Demon. What a great story! Looking forward to Book 2!

Right when I need it!🙏 Thank you!

Thank you for this 🙂 i really find your videis helpful and inspiring

Good advice!!

Ok good to know 😊

thank you SO MUCH

I am an introvert and had social anxiety so getting connections is a no for me. I'm not really good at making connections. From my previous work, I don't have any that really connected with me after I left. Just like work, they're poof! Gone as well. My portfolio is only stick with what I have done as a designer. I didn't include my drawings because they're not connected with what they're looking for. I'll just say that it's a habit of mine.

Your videos are so good! I took a 2 year break after school! Still am on a break and now am really scared that I might never find work. I also am shuffling between going for masters or not but don't really know it's worth it or not! Do you have any tips or guidance of how to start in the industry with zero exposure and a break year?

As soon as I deactivated LinkedIn, I've ironically seen more success in job hunting. Screw that platform.

i have a question. how many hours do you get of sleep? since i watched your job schedule video im just trying to figure this out bc it seems crazy to get a full 8 with how much you do

Hi hi hi, new animator only just graduated last year, I uh I don't really have connections

Me self-taught key animator I just want a internship, more school is more of a risk with the whole recession. I tried Accelerator Nickelodeon contest but nothing.. yea times are hard am going thru a crisis due to job hunting feeling behind in life

Oi! Let's be each other's connections. What's stopping a bunch of us from building our own studio(s)?

Like ya Meesh the Bad Demon work😊! Though I think quite a number of Doom players be having mixed thoughts of ya work😂.

Hiya I'm fairly new to your channel, I've been following you on Instagram longer. I'm so glad I followed the link on your instagram. I've been binge watching your videos because they have so much useful information! and then this video drops! Thank you so much for making these. I graduated quite a few years ago (my degree is kinda old now) and I'm hoping to get myself back into the industry. ❤