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Week 1 – Professional Practice

Posted on October 13, 2025

Week 1’s talk was from Adam and was an introduction to the module. During the talks, we are expected to:

  • Make notes (or sketch notes).
  • Reflect on our own practice.
  • Reflect on how this might change.
  • Reflect on how this might support us.

We are expected to come equipped for talks:

  • Do background research on each guest.
  • Have some questions prepared.
  • Be prepared to talk about your projects.
  • Have your contact details ready.

Professional Practice – The different types

Business Cards– Fun, unique but also concise
– Don’t overcomplicate it
CV– Keep it short, relevant and concise
– Creative CVs are going to be way different than ones outside the sector
Portfolio– Relevant to your role
Covering Letters– Highlight your strengths, make it personal to the role and how your skills will shine
– Don’t use informal language

3 Things I learnt from the presentation

  • Grade doesn’t matter, focus on portfolio
    • Include edited highlights of your research and development processes
    • Explain your thinking, thoughts and opinions on each of your pieces and their development
  • Photograph and Document all of your work
    • You’ll need as much evidence of your processes. Studio Westside has photography facilities.
    • Example: Create a film
      • Problem/Brief/Title
      • Solution/Aim/Rationale
      • Outcome
  • You only need about 5-8 projects in your portfolio
    • Keep it strong all the way throughout
    • Final piece should be particularly strong
    • Quality over Quantity

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