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Tips on Working with a Recruiter?

Posted on 28 Jun, 2021

If you're currently looking for a new job or planning to broaden your career path, working with a recruiter is one of the best solutions. A recruiter can match you with employers and suitable roles that match your interest, your passion and your work skills.

Whether you're job hunting or not, a recruiter can help you with sound career advice as well as job leads and opportunities for growth - and that includes positions that might not be listed on public job boards. If you want to make the most out of your partnership with a recruiter, it's essential to take the initiative and play your role too. Read on below for Careers in Design's tips to guide you.

The Do's and Don'ts when working with a recruiter: Do: Work with a recruiter that spe... Continue reading >

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10 Different Ways to Find a Job

Posted on 24 Feb, 2021

Finding a job can often be daunting and frustrating and there’s no denying that job hunting is a full-time job by itself. If you’re feeling lost and lacking in momentum, then why not take a step back and think carefully about your approach.

Changing your perspective might be what you need to refresh your confidence level, and going about it smartly and more efficiently will hopefully get you the new job that you’ve been working hard for.

Whether you’re a new graduate that has just finished studying or you’re currently on the lookout for a new job that offers more progression then we have come up with ten tips for a smarter and efficient way of finding a job.

1. Seek help from friends and family Continue reading >

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New Year's Resolution for Job Seekers

Posted on 28 Jan, 2021

There is no better time than the New Year to kick start your job seeking resolutions. While most resolutions fall into the weight loss, healthy lifestyle, or financial stability categories, finding the perfect job or just a new job is just as important for all job seekers! It will not be an easy feat, especially in times of self-isolation and ongoing lockdowns. But this should not deter your resolve, and we are here to provide you with the best resolutions to meet your goal.

Learn new skills

Learn to juggle your time between job-hunting and learning new skills. You don't have to apply for jobs 24/7, so balance is vital to keep you sharp and focused whilst on the hunt for a new job. Research the specific skills and qualifications that... Continue reading >

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Social Media and How to Use It in Your Job Hunt

Posted on 20 Jan, 2021

Today's way of landing a good job has changed a great deal in the past 20 years. How you search and get hired is now much more competitive and requires the use of every resource at your disposal. Gone are the days of looking for jobs (or anything else for that matter) in the newspaper. Today's job search requires a more modern approach.

If you're fresh out of design school or looking for a better position in the fields of interior, product or furniture design, social media offers an excellent platform for finding the right job. Here's how to use several of today's most popular social media platforms to help you land your dream job.

LinkedIn

LinkedIn is one of the most vital of all the social media platforms that will help you land... Continue reading >

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Finding a New Job During Coronavirus or a Recession

Posted on 30 Oct, 2020

Whether it’s Coronavirus or a recession, we’ve all had to find a job during troubled times. Even though finding work during a global pandemic may seem impossible, there are still jobs available and employers actively hiring new staff. If you are seeking a new job whether it be within the interior, furniture or product design sectors and want to increase your chances of success, we’ve put together some useful tips to help you reach your full potential.  Update your CV Firstly, it’s time to show off your skills in a new, possibly remote, work environment. As you may no longer need to live in commuting distance of an office, you need to show what makes you an exceptional and trustworthy candidate. Emphasise your ability to work independe... Continue reading >

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Staying Motivated and Organised During Your Job Hunt

Posted on 29 Jul, 2020

In the current climate, searching for a job can often be disheartening. With the recent lockdown and current safety measures in place thanks to COVID-19, job-hunting is a different experience to what it once was. In face of the challenges in front of you, it’s easy to become dejected and demotivated.

However, that can soon become a slippery slope towards self-doubt and even depression. At Careers in Design, we have seen the job market at its best and worst over many years and know how important it is to keep searching and trying. Here are some simple hints and tips to keep yourself motivated during your job search.

Eyes on the prize

Always remember, no matter how long your job search takes, there is a role out there that i... Continue reading >

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5 Ways to Boost Your Design Career in Lockdown

Posted on 30 Apr, 2020

With the whole nation under lockdown and many of us either working from home or sat at home with nothing to do, it can be so easy to let things stagnate. However, the current situation is no reason to neglect your design career. There are plenty of ways that you can improve your skills and boost your design career, even during a national lockdown.

Here are five of the best… Online courses There are dozens of short-form design courses available online. The free online learning resource OpenLearn has several of them, ranging from introductory sessions clocking in at a couple of hours, to week-long advanced cour... Continue reading >

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Pre Job Hunt Preparation – Ready for the Job of your Dreams?

Posted on 25 Nov, 2019

Blending creative passions with ingenious purpose, a designer (whether Interior, Furniture or Product) crafts beautiful spaces, great furniture or products for the workplace, for the home and for play. Here at Careers in Design, our passion is finding candidates the design jobs of their dreams.

Any job hunt is intimidating, whether you are taking the first steps of your career with us or returning to the field, and so here are some key tasks to check off before beginning applications:

- It’s important that your CV is up to date and has all of your latest, most relevant experience on it, particularly current industry key words so that hiring managers and app... Continue reading >

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Signs you're Ready for a New Position

Posted on 03 Sep, 2019

Searching for and obtaining a brand new job can be an exciting project to process. From creating mind maps and lists, researching opportunities and potential educational courses, it can be quite the adventure!

But, what are the signs you should be aware of when it is time to start something new in your life?

In this blog, we will guide you through the most common signals that will advise you that it may be time to look for a new opportunity. 

You are no longer enjoying your job 

It can be a daunting process to go to work if the passion and drive are no longer sustaining your interest, particularly in the design sector. By simply taking a step back and analysing your current skills and aligning them with your desired goals and role, you will be... Continue reading >

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A Work Experience Guide for Design Students

Posted on 25 Jun, 2019

Interior design is an exciting industry with a range of varied jobs available. When it comes to securing a role, relevant experience is invaluable and is something anyone intending to embark on a design career should look into.

Formal qualifications have an important place in finding a design job, and most courses will contain a degree of practical work to help students build up a portfolio. Any design job will also provide experience, however, it can be difficult to break into the job market to gain experience in the first place. To bridge the gap, at Careers in Design we strongly recommend students to seek placements while they are still studying. Read our tips to find out ho... Continue reading >

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