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Breaking Into UX: Landing Your First Role as a UX Designer
Sarah Merlin
Trying to break into UX and having a tough time? Is the constant rejection just too much to handle? Are you lost from navigating an unfamiliar career field? I’ve been there myself and now I’m here to pass my experience on to you!
Whether you’re a new graduate of a traditional design...
Trying to break into UX and having a tough time? Is the constant rejection just too much to handle? Are you lost from navigating an unfamiliar career field? I’ve been there myself and now I’m here to pass my experience on to you!
Whether you’re a new graduate of a traditional design program, fresh off a boot camp, or trying to turn a side hustle into your next career, this chat is for you. You’ll get some practical advice, lessons I’ve learned, and my best tips to get your foot in the door of your next opportunity! Your questions will help direct the conversation, so make sure to submit them at registration or anytime before this chat.
You will leave this conversation with:
- Actionable steps you can take to land your next great job
- An understanding of how to best position yourself in the UX job market
- Ways to network effectively and efficiently
- Key questions for evaluating a prospective employer/company
Don’t forget to check out Sarah's last Office Hours session on this topic for more excellent tips on starting your design career!
Meet The Speaker
Sarah Merlin
Director Of Product Design at Invaluable
Visionary design + product leader with a proven ability to excel by working cross-functionally in product-focused organizations. Knack for relationship building and problem-solving challenging situations. Demonstrated ability to build teams and mature UX + Product practices within organizations, all while coaching and mentoring others. Passionate about working at the intersection of technology and design for disruption.
Q&A
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I just graduated with my BS in Digital Media Web Technology and even completed a remote Web Dev internship, however, most "entry-level" jobs list 3-4 years experience! I feel stuck.
Posted on 2020-12-16 -
What would be the best way to network during pandemic?
Posted on 2020-12-15 -
Getting into UIUX straight after bootcamp is one thing. and trying to get in after having 5 years of business analysis is another. No, no one gives a shit about transferable skills or my talent....
Posted on 2020-12-14 -
Best portfolio tips to make yourself stand out
Posted on 2020-12-14 -
Is it a possible career transition for someone who worked as a digital marketer/digital product manager migrate to being a ux designer?
Posted on 2020-12-14 -
Can you get into UX in your late 30s after a career in marketing and graphic design, or is it, realistically, too late to start?
Posted on 2020-12-13 -
What’s the best advice for someone coming from a non traditional background and being self-taught to break into UX? Best advice for building a portfolio? Popular portfolio platforms to use?...
Posted on 2020-12-13 -
How do you make yourself stand out in the competitive job market? What does the UX interview process look like?
Posted on 2020-12-08 -
No questions, just want to gain some insights! :)
Posted on 2020-11-25 -
Strategies to follow while working towards landing a UX role
Posted on 2020-11-18
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