Welcome to Hired in Design
Hey, I’m Tom, and I want to officially welcome you to Hired in Design!
Let’s be real, breaking into the design industry is harder than it should be. Too many talented students and graduates are left guessing about what actually matters when it comes to landing that first job.
It’s confusing. It’s competitive. And it’s easy to feel like you’re doing everything “right” but still getting nowhere.
That’s exactly why I started Hired in Design, to make the job hunt clearer, fairer, and a little less lonely.
I’m here to help students and graduates land the design jobs they dream of. This isn't with generic advice, but with honest insights, practical tools, and the kind of guidance I believe every early-career designer should have access to.
Why Hired in Design?
I believe in learning and passing knowledge back to those coming up behind me. That’s why, in Hired in Design, I’ll be sharing:
✅ Insights from design professionals, what they look for in graduates, what skills matter, and how they got their foot in the door.
✅ Strategies from books, videos, and resources beyond the design world, because good storytelling, organisation, and self-presentation aren’t just design skills; they’re career superpowers.
✅ Themed deep dives into hot topics like AI in Design, because there’s a lot to unpack with these emerging fields.
What’s in it for you?
Every issue is designed to educate, motivate or inspire you to take action. You might just get a single tip that changes how you present your work and helps you land that dream job.
Who is this for?
If you’re a design student, recent graduate, or career switcher, you’re in the right place. And even if you’re already in the industry, you might pick up some unexpected insights.
Great portfolios, strong storytelling, and personal branding matter at every stage of your career.
Let’s get started!
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