Identifying your strengths, preparing your materials, and presenting with confidence in interviews and on applications can be incredibly challenging.
Geared toward designers and technicians, this workshop provides answers to commonly asked questions regarding resumes, portfolios, CVs, cover letters, etc. We will deconstruct the documents and steps of typical application/hiring processes and determine what is vital information, why should we include it, and how is the best way to present ourselves. The goal is for participants to confidently create professional portfolios and adapt them over time as they evolve as artists.
Perfect for students looking for summer work, early career professionals looking to enter the market, and advisors of folks in those groups.
Get ready to expand your craft with a blend of actionable tools, creative strategies, and fresh perspectives. Designed to inspire and challenge, this course offers practical approaches you can adapt to your own teaching, design, or performance work. In this course, you will learn to:
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Our instructors are internationally recognized experts in their fields, each bringing unique perspectives and extensive experience. Learn more about them below.
Designed for immediate impact, this course blends guided learning with interactive activities and adaptable methods. You’ll explore proven strategies, gain fresh perspectives, and develop skills you can use right away in your teaching, performance, or collaborative projects. Everything is structured for relevance, flexibility, and inspiration. This course includes:
This beginner-friendly course is designed for artists at any career stage—whether you’re building your first portfolio or updating an existing one. No design or tech background? No problem. We’ll guide you step-by-step through organizing your work, choosing the right visuals, and presenting it clearly and professionally.
You’ll learn practical methods for selecting and arranging content, formatting layouts, and writing concise, effective descriptions. We focus on simple, repeatable techniques you can apply to any type of portfolio—digital or print.
By the end of the course, you’ll have a polished portfolio that communicates your skills and style, ready for applications, client pitches, or networking opportunities. All you need is curiosity and the willingness to refine how you present your work.
Practical career guidance for performing arts artists and makers. Take it with you.
