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Monday Motivation | Get That Click!

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week A complete LinkedIn profile does wonders for your searchability in the platform, but what is the point of showing up in a search if recruiters won’t click on your link? Don’t get comfortable by just writing your job title or a vague description of…

Monday Motivation | Students, Don’t Sleep on Conferences!

Did you know that many conferences in the creative industries welcome students? Some conference organizers, like the College Art Association, offer “Pay-As-You-Wish” rates, affordable day rates, or student discounts. Your university’s Career Services office may also be able to help. Take advantage of these opportunities to network with others in the field you’d like to…

Business of Art | Freelancers, Know Your Rights

You’re an independent contractor, but that doesn’t mean you’re on your own if you experience discriminatory behavior. Are you an artist and an independent contractor? You’re not alone. Artists—sometimes called the “original gig economy workers”—are 3.5 times more likely to be self-employed than the general United States workforce. While freelance or contract work can offer…

Monday Motivation | Be a Subscriber

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week Do you dream about working for certain organizations? Be sure to sign up for their newsletters, and read them! Newsletters are the perfect way to learn more about an organization’s programming in an in-depth way, find out about events where you can meet staff…

Monday Motivation | Keep Track of Your Work

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week Write down your accomplishments on a regular basis, even if you are not actively looking for a job. Not only this will help you visualize and plan your career path better, but will also make writing your next cover letter a much less daunting…