Land Your First Design Job | Starter Kit
Everything I wish someone had given me before I started applying for design jobs.
Whether you're graduating, changing careers or looking for your first role in the creative industry, this toolkit walks you through the exact process I would use if I were starting from scratch today.
Inside you'll learn how to build a portfolio that gets noticed, where to actually find design jobs, how to optimise your LinkedIn and Instagram, and how to confidently reach out to studios and recruiters.
No fluff. No generic advice. Just practical guidance from nearly 10 years working in branding, packaging and digital design.
✔ Design Job Guide covering:
Where to find design jobs
Building a standout PDF portfolio
Creating your portfolio website
LinkedIn & Instagram optimisation
Applying strategically (not endlessly)
Sending applications that get noticed
Following up professionally
Staying organised throughout your search
✔ Pitch Email Template
Copy, customise and send to studios or recruiters.
✔ Follow-Up Email Template
Know exactly what to send if you haven't heard back.
✔ LinkedIn Profile Guide
Simple improvements that make recruiters take notice.
✔ Instagram Profile Guide
Turn your Instagram into a professional portfolio that works for you.
✔ Job Application Tracker
An easy-to-use spreadsheet to keep track of applications, interviews, contacts and follow-ups.
✔ Printable Job Application Checklist
A simple checklist to make sure every application is as strong as possible before you hit send.
Graphic Design graduates
Students
Junior Designers
Self-taught designers
Career changers
Anyone applying for their first creative role
Stop guessing what employers want and start applying with confidence.
Land Your First Design Job | Starter Kit
Everything I wish someone had given me before I started applying for design jobs.
Whether you're graduating, changing careers or looking for your first role in the creative industry, this toolkit walks you through the exact process I would use if I were starting from scratch today.
Inside you'll learn how to build a portfolio that gets noticed, where to actually find design jobs, how to optimise your LinkedIn and Instagram, and how to confidently reach out to studios and recruiters.
No fluff. No generic advice. Just practical guidance from nearly 10 years working in branding, packaging and digital design.
✔ Design Job Guide covering:
Where to find design jobs
Building a standout PDF portfolio
Creating your portfolio website
LinkedIn & Instagram optimisation
Applying strategically (not endlessly)
Sending applications that get noticed
Following up professionally
Staying organised throughout your search
✔ Pitch Email Template
Copy, customise and send to studios or recruiters.
✔ Follow-Up Email Template
Know exactly what to send if you haven't heard back.
✔ LinkedIn Profile Guide
Simple improvements that make recruiters take notice.
✔ Instagram Profile Guide
Turn your Instagram into a professional portfolio that works for you.
✔ Job Application Tracker
An easy-to-use spreadsheet to keep track of applications, interviews, contacts and follow-ups.
✔ Printable Job Application Checklist
A simple checklist to make sure every application is as strong as possible before you hit send.
Graphic Design graduates
Students
Junior Designers
Self-taught designers
Career changers
Anyone applying for their first creative role
Stop guessing what employers want and start applying with confidence.