2016 Career Guide - Official (2)

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ART & DESIGN MAJOR General Information and Strategies An art degree can and should be tailored to areas of specialization. Save artwork for a strong portfolio - too much is better than too little. Be prepared to relocate to the larger markets of metropolitan areas where more opportunities exist. Join art related professional and student organizations. Volunteer with fundraising efforts for the arts. Gain valuable experience through volunteering, internships, part-time and summer jobs, and apprenticeships. Conduct informational interviews with professionals in areas of interest to learn more about opportunities and strategies for these areas. Learn to network. Be prepared to begin career in entry-level positions. Pair an art degree with other career interests to increase opportunities and provide supplemental income. Develop skills in business management, computers, marketing, and other related areas to increase marketability. Profile Jane Sample LinkedIn Profile URL | Online Portfolio URL Creative, conceptual, team player able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Experienced in photo editing, web and graphic deign. Seeking a position that demands high-quality design to further business goals and professional image. INDUSTRY TARGETS Art Museums/Galleries Education Administration Curatorial Conservation Registrar Collections Management Sales Publications Development Public Relations Exhibit Design/Preparation Archivist Tour <strong>Guide</strong>s/Docent Fine Art Commercial Art Graphic Art Computer Graphics Illustration Advertising Education Studio Art Fine Arts Art History Art Therapy Education Experience Honors and Awards Skills ABILENE CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY | ABILENE, TX Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design Overall GPA: 3.89 ACU CREATIVE SERVICES | ABILENE, TX Production Assistant May, 20xx June, 20xx - Present Assist in the production of numerous print documents used throughout the university’s campus. Tasks include working directly with clients, creating and editing. DESIGN AGENCY | DALLAS, TX Graphic Design Intern June, 20xx – August, 20xx Created logo designs and promotional materials, such as posters, signage, 5tshirts and print ads for various clients. ART Brownwood Stars of Texas Art Show Award Winner | 20xx, Exhibited | 20xx Annual ACU Student Competition Exhibited | 20xx ACADEMIC Dean’s Honor Roll | 20xx-20xx Alpha Chi, National Honor Society Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign Dreamweaver Flash Microsoft Office Suite Quark Express Media Design Video Production Editing Art Journalism Illustration Art Criticism Animation/Cartoons Photography Fashion, Textile, Interior Design Art Sales 1234 Campus Court, Abilene, TX 79601 | 325-123-1234 | acu11z@acu.edu | student.acu.edu/~acu11z@acu.edu Back to Table of Contents 14
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT General Information and Strategies Management is a broad business degree that can lead to many career opportunities. Students should clearly define their career goals and seek related experiences to reach those goals. Gaining experience through part-time and summer jobs or internships is critical. Many desirable skills can be developed through participation in and leadership of student organizations. Learn to work well on a team and effectively with a wide variety of people. Strong communication skills, including public speaking, are important to achieving success in this field. Join related professional organizations and pursue certifications in your respective area of interest. Develop and utilize a personal network of contacts. Once in a position, find an experienced mentor. Consider earning an MBA after gaining work experience to reach the highest levels of business management. BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Julie Henderson 123 West 57th Street 555-555-5555 Anytown, MO 10010 jth12a@acu.edu . EDUCATION Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX Bachelor of Business Administration, Management June 2009 . EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Marquette Equipment Finance Midcity, MO Relationship Manager September 2008 - May 2009 . Blinds To Go Eatontown, MO Assistant Manager/Sales Representative June 2008 - Present . EXPERIENCE Operations • Assisted new location manager with day-to-day store operations including inside and outside sales, reporting, inventory management, and sales associate training. • Implemented a new process for maintaining commercial credit accounts and collection follow-up procedures resulting in an increase in one-time payment of 25%. • Coordinated in-store hiring process; facilitated interview process through efficient scheduling and pre-interview preparation. . Retail • Identified and qualified prospective customers through various methods including in-store, referrals and personal contacts. • Presented the benefits of company products and services to prospective customers; increased in-home sales 20% quarter over quarter. • Worked with Assistant and District Managers for continued learning and development through meetings, joint presentations, teleconferences and webinars. . Accounting • Created new work flow processes to better track cash management and cash receipts. • Prepared preliminary financial reports for home office audit procedures. • Assisted company accountants with preparation of payroll and quarterly tax filings. . TECHNICAL SKILLS • Social Networking: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn • Advanced knowledge of HTML and CSS programming . LANGUAGE SKILLS Fluent in written and spoken Spanish and German Accomplished ASL (American Sign Language) speaker INDUSTRY TARGETS Management Human Resource Management Recruiting/Staffing Compensation Benefits Training Safety Employee Relations Industrial Relations Organizational Development Equal Employment Opportunity Employment Law Consulting Operations Mgmt. Operations Research Analysis: o Business strategy o Facilities layout o Inventory control o Personnel scheduling Production Management: o Line supervision o Manufacturing management o Production planning o Quality assurance Materials Management: o Purchasing/buying o Traffic management o Inventory management Sales Industrial Sales Consumer Product Sales Financial Services Sales Services Sales Advertising Sales E-commerce Customer Service Sales Management: o District, Regional, and Higher Insurance Claims Underwriting Risk Management Sales Loss Control Back to Table of Contents 15
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Page 9 and 10: CREATING SUCCESS STATEMENTS Success
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