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So, you're looking for a career in web design, huh?
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Web Design Careers
It is no secret that web design careers can be difficult to come by. Web designers these days are almost as common as lawyers, only with more enjoyable and less stressful job responsibilities. Especially in this business, it is important to lift yourself up and separate your skills and qualifications from the rest of the field. How is this done? Keep one word in mind: experience.
Experience Is Paramount
Although our career services guide covers many techniques of scoring that dream job, like writing resumes effectively or interviewing, the single most important morsel within your set of qualifications is experience, in the form of a portfolio. Spend a lot of your time assembling your portfolio, which should showcase your skills in graphics design, web page design and usability, and programming. Be sure to organize your portfolio according to your best skills and tailor it based on where you see yourself in 5 years.
Preparing For Your Career
Once you have made the decision to shoot for that web design gig down the street, take enough time to thoroughly prepare yourself. Research the target company at some depth, including previous company projects, industry recognitions and press releases. Ensure that your resume is completely up to date and your portfolio is exhaustive and well constructed. And never wait until the last minute, because recruiters can generally spot candidates who hastily prepare.
Where To Find Web Design Jobs
You will find a number of job service web sites available on the Internet. Here are a few of the more popular options, all opening in a new window:
careerbuilder.com | elance.com | emoonlighter.com | monster.com