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I really appreciate everyone's submissions! I'm no longer considering any more at this point, but I'd like to talk about something important to me
Professionalism on Twitter: A Brief Thread
https://twitter.com/KarliCartoons/status/1308138434565824512
Professionalism on Twitter: A Brief Thread https://twitter.com/KarliCartoons/status/1308138434565824512
Something I've noticed has become common in the industry lately is that the hiring process is becoming more accessible to the general public through social media.
I think this is fantastic, though it provides some challenges for the industry hopeful trying to break in:
I think this is fantastic, though it provides some challenges for the industry hopeful trying to break in:
: The first challenge is having to compete among other industry professionals who are more established online than you are.This is why it's very important to build a following online! Post your work, your sketches even, and make friends with other artists
: The second challenge is arguably more important than the first imo, which is that replies to tweets asking for job apps has essentially become the new version of a cover letter.BE PROFESSIONAL!
Make sure you READ the entire post before you comment, and follow the instructions to a T. Often times, people will ask for an email, your rates, a link to your website, and examples of your best work. Artists who reply without including these things aren't even CONSIDERED
Comprehending and following basic instructions is a simple yet IMPERATIVE skill to have, especially when social media makes it easier than ever before to get to know your favorite artists or recruiters
Often times, these job posts blow up to the point that OP is overwhelmed with responses, so people simply don't have the TIME to deal with fishing for more information if you didn't provide it in the first place.
: As this is all opinion based, I also want to cover the importance of follow ups. If the artist's DMs are open, shooting a follow up message is a very professional way to say "hey, I'm very serious about this job!"
: Essentially, social media like Facebook and Twitter has created a more accessible job application field, but because social media is used so casually, it's easy to forget that being polite and professional is ESSENTIAL when applying for an opportunity!
It's WILD to think how I've gotten most of my jobs through Facebook, of all places. But the recruiting sphere is changing, and it's important to adapt. I hope this helps some of y'all!!
And remember: be confident. Apply to the jobs you want because you DESERVE them! /end
And remember: be confident. Apply to the jobs you want because you DESERVE them!
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SORRY I HAVE TO CIRCLE BACK TO THIS CUZ I HAVE ONE MORE THING:
KNOW YOUR WORTH
Do NOT undersell yourself, do not publicly degrade yourself, and ask for FAIR WAGES.
Be CONFIDENT even if you don't feel it
KNOW YOUR WORTHDo NOT undersell yourself, do not publicly degrade yourself, and ask for FAIR WAGES.
Be CONFIDENT even if you don't feel it
If you don't apply, someone mediocre will and they'll get the job instead of youLots of people have jobs not because they have skill, but because they have the AUDACITY. You are worth it. You DESERVE that job, and you DESERVE to get paid!
