Company Name/Position: Photography Intern at Diva Status – “I will be shooting the professional photographers during their shoots as well as shooting models myself.  I will also be a part of the photo shoot planning session which is where all the magic happens.”

How the Career Center/JeanetteKnowsJobs has helped you along the way: The career center did not help me with this position specifically, but it has helped me to improve my resume and keep it updated.

Any insights that you have for current students (including about Craigslist): I found this position on Craigslist.  Craigslist has been great for finding free furniture for projects throughout AFO.  It is great to find uses for what would otherwise be trash.  That being said, it is not always reliable.  I often times email ten recent craigslist adds and rarely hear back.  This specific intern listing happened to email me back wanting to set up a meeting.  I always send out my online portfolio thinking that if they like what they see, they will reach me.  That was exactly the case here!  If I were to advise ways to ensure whomever you are meeting is trustworthy, check their website and make sure you are meeting at an office.  Also, make sure their website looks professional.  You should be checking their company website to begin with to get a better understanding of what they do before the meeting anyway. With all that said, I would like to advise that not everyone you reach out to will respond.  It is important to be persistent and always try to get yourself out there.

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Responsibilities:
• Meet with creative supervisors; discuss and implement necessary storyboard revisions.
• Follow instructions as per the notes and discussions.
• Address any problems with creative supervisors; ask necessary questions.
• Communicate progress of work to creative supervisors and to appropriate production staff.
• Ensure quality and style of show is consistently achieved in storyboard work.
• Meet all deadlines as determined by LP/PM.
Basic Qualifications:
• Must be able to use a Cintiq.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in style of show.
• Strong drawing and mechanical skills.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn applicable design software and hardware.
• Strong time-management skills.
• Work well under pressure.
• Ability to multitask a plus.
Desired Qualifications:
• Relevant drawing experience necessary.
• BA/BS preferred, or 6 – 12 months storyboard revision experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
PLEASE NOTE:

A test will be required.

TO APPLY You MUST submit a portfolio in order to be considered for this position.

Online Portfolio Instructions:

Do you have a website/blog you’d like us to review as your portfolio submission? If so, please be sure to upload your resume and website link in the online application process. Please include the website link on your resume. You MUST upload the portfolio release form to your application.

To download the form, please go to: http://nas.nick.com/SubmissionReleaseForm.pdf

Follow this link to the Viacom career page to begin the online application process to apply for this position:
http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MTVNETWORKS&cws=1&rid=5669

Physical Portfolio Instructions:

Will you be mailing your flat book to us as your portfolio submission? If so, you must complete your online application and then submit a flat book along with your portfolio release form directly to the animation studio.

Before we can review your portfolio, you MUST fill out the portfolio release form.

To download the form, please go to: http://nas.nick.com/SubmissionReleaseForm.pdf

Follow this link to the Viacom career page to begin the online application process to apply for this position:
http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MTVNETWORKS&cws=1&rid=5669

Mail the completed form along with your portfolio to:

Nickelodeon Animation Studio
Attn: Portfolio Submissions
231 West Olive Avenue
Burbank, CA 91502

Please allow 4 – 6 weeks for processing. Local candidates will be called when your portfolio is ready for pick-up. Out of state portfolio submissions will no longer be returned.

When you start a freelance career, it can be a challenge to find solid, paying clientele. Often freelancers will work for peanuts just to find work to build their portfolio. This is NOT a good idea.

As a freelancer, you need to set a pay rate that is respectable. If you are working for pennies to compete with the other “freelancers” on elance or guru, it’s time to reconsider your approach.

Employers like to hire freelancers and they understand that they get what they pay for. If you downplay your skills and ask for nothing, an employer will expect nothing. At the same time, if you charge $100 a hour, without the talent to back it up, you’ll never find work.

Determine your freelance hourly or project rate by asking these questions:

• What were you making when you worked full time? (Use a salary calculator online to help)
• What are your expenses?
• How long will a project take? (Calculate based on an hourly rate)
• What do other legitimate freelancers charge?
• What will employers pay?

As a freelancer, you should be paid fairly based on your experience. Never apologize because of your rates. Sell your talents to meet your client’s needs and location. Develop your portfolio to highlight your skills. Create a blog and a legitimate web presence to show your professionalism. Freelancing is a viable career, but you have to treat it that way.

If you’re still stuck, there is a good freelancer rate formula available here and here. Remember that every situation is unique and you need to set your rates based on experience, talent, location, and going rates. Give your rates a test drive and see how you do. Good luck!

Company Name/Position Title: Summer 2013 Fashion Intern at O, the Oprah Magazine in NYC

How the Career Center/JeanetteKnowsJobs has helped you along the way: Jeanette helped me to develop my resume and specialize it to highlight my experience in the fashion industry.

Any insights that you have for current students: Take risks and don’t let fear stop you from going after your dreams.

Want to help support Danica’s journey? By participating in the fundraiser, you will assist her in offsetting the higher cost of living in New York City. To make a donation, visit www.youcaring.com/nycdreamin. She would like to thank you in advance for your support and for helping to make her New York City dreams become a reality

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