So you want to be a Web Designer?

A talk given to the students at MMU studying Web Development. The talk lists 10 things I believe will be beneficial to students hoping to get a job within the industry.

Transcript

1. So you want to be a Web Designer? By Abid Din
2. Who I am (And why you should care) No, really. You should.
3. I work for.. More accurately..
4. Stuff I’ve done…
5. Baxters (Website)
6. bmibaby (Facebook game)
7. Magnet (Website)
8. Breaking into the industry Tips, tricks and stuff you should already be doing..
9. 1. Create a web presence
10. 2. Start a Blog
11. 3. Keep up-to-date with new technologies •  HTML5 •  CSS3 •  jQuery
12. 4. Gain experience •  Placements •  Freelance work •  Self learning
13. 5. Get social! (Online)
14. 6. Network (Offline)
15. 7. Pimp your CV
16. 8. Find your niche
17. 9. Be passionate!
18. 10. Don’t give up
19. Thank You! Web: http://craftedpixelz.co.uk Email: hello@craftedpixelz.co.uk Twitter: @craftedpixelz Now ask me some god damn questions! Or get in touch..