Career Building

In this three-part series, Clinton Crumpler leans on his in-depth experience, as an artist who hires artists, to help those looking for their next break get setup for success when it comes to career prep and building an attractive portfolio. Clinton covers Presenting Yourself, Applying and Interviewing, and Starting a New Job.

Presenting Yourself
Part 1 of 3. Clinton Crumpler leans on his in-depth experience, as an artist who hires artists, to help those looking for their next break get setup for success when it comes to career prep and building an attractive portfolio. Very frequently a bit of reorganization of a portfolio or personal image can make a huge difference to employers and takes only a little effort to potentially have a big impact! In this first part of a three-part series, Clinton discusses establishing an identity, resumes, and portfolio presentation.

Applying and Interviewing
Part 2 of 3. Clinton Crumpler leans on his in-depth experience, as an artist who hires artists, to help those looking for their next break get setup for success when it comes to career prep and building an attractive portfolio. Having a solid portfolio is only part of the formula to finding success as a working artist, professionalism is one of the other crucial ingredients. In this second part of a three-part series Clinton discusses working to get a first interview. He covers making contacts, taking art tests, and how to best communicate with potential employers.

Starting a New Job
Part 3 of 3. Clinton Crumpler leans on his in-depth experience as an artist who hires artists to help those looking for their next break get set up for success when it comes to career prep and building an attractive portfolio. Making it through the screening and interview gauntlet is a big step; managing rates, contracts, moving, and staying sharp become the focus as the first day on the job looms ahead! In this final part of a three-part series, Clinton discusses landing a first job. He covers some of the things to know about contract and salary negotiations, moving to a new location, and what to expect in the first few days.