education

work experience

invest

ensure a smooth transition from

student to practicing designer

ensure landing a design job once

we graduate

to live a comfortable life

network

join design community

develop

diversity

establish

relationsh

ips

join design blogs

attend exhibits

& lectures

internships

& volunteer

competitions

trade shows

involvement

exceed

refine technical skills

push yourself

try new things

continue edu. outside design

look @ fu

ture

trends

explore different

mediums

establish relationships

join design blogs

attend exhibits and lectures

internships and volounteer

competitions

trade shows

push yourself

re�ne skills

try new things

look at futuretrends

continue educationoutside design

explore new anddi�erent mediums

- sociology - anthropology - psychology - study human behaviour- study hard sciences (physics, chemistry, biology) - keep up to date with current events

- participate more in class - exceed your peers - attend all classes- develop a unique style - infuse personal values in design

- develop computer software skills (rhino, alias, solidworks)- improve presentation skills (be more professional persuasive)- become more active and involved in workshops

- go outside your comfort zone - ask questions - research more then what is required and implement.

- socialize with work related people -keep in touch with teachers and practicing designers- making friends with fourth year and graduate students.

- biomimicry - sustainability - technological trends - use logic and reasoning to predict the future - look at trends outside of locale

- study new materials - look at new and existing interfaces (web page design - new mobile interfaces) - study new art and design methods

- facebook groups - Core77 - INDESIGN - DIY shows - nuite blanche

- attend lectures at OCAD - view art exhibitions (local art)- view shows and events outside your locale

- keep active in the workforce - view design job opportunities- apply for internships - study abroad - volunteer to di�erent reputable �rms or school activities events

- push yourself by entering art and design competitions- compete in a healthy manner - get your name out there

- explore new ideas on the market - become involved with other’s ideas and gain insight to their reasoning

Network

Join Design Community

Develop

Diversify

Action Plan

How might we ensure landing a design job once we graduate?

Need to have a smooth transition from student to

practicing designer.

networking

exceed

involvement

design community

evolve

diversify

establish relationships

join design blogs

attend exhibits & lectures

internships

competitions

volunteer

trade shows

try new things

refine technical skills

push yourself

explore different mediums

look at future trends

continue education outside design

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