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Words of wisdom from a host of creatives covering a variety of topics, from preparing portfolios to studying and side projects.

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Portfolios

“There’s nothing wrong with breadth, but you want to stick in people’s minds for certain work”

Olivia Chalk, Chief Production Officer at Grey London

“Always throw in something extra; something unexpected”

Miranda Bolter, Design Director

“Never apologise for dodgy ideas: take them out or redo them”

Michael Johnson, Creative Director

“Only show work you’re proud of – it will lead to being commissioned to do more of the same”

Holly Hay, Photography Editor

“Make sure your work is the main event: don’t over-design your portfolio”

Hannah Caughlin, Graphic Design Consultant

“Don’t spend lots of money creating something with clever wizardry – the simpler the better”

Helen Parker, Head of Illustration at Blink Art

“Treat it like a strict brief with clear objectives”

Mark Hurrell, Designer

“People always remember the worst thing on your showreel, so don’t feel you need to pad it out for the sake of length”

Grant Orchard, Filmmaker

“Be honest – don’t put shit in that you didn’t do”

David McKendrick, Art Director and Graphic Designer

“Have a website but make sure it showcases your talents above all else”

Kyle Bean, Set Designer and Illustrator

“We scroll and swipe through images all day and night. My advice on a portfolio is to make it impactful”

Adam Tickle, Art Director

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