Starting a new career in a completely different field involves a lot of learning to set one’s self up for success. Alli Bernskoetter shares about her experience in leaving education to start a new career as a web developer and designer.
Creators often find that their work life and their hobbies overlap. Because of this, some creatives may fear and/or experience burnout. Burrell Behavioral Health therapist Ty Thornton explains what burnout is, and she provides several strategies and techniques for how one can work through and even prevent burnout.
Professor Steven Carpenter offers his advice for students who want to make the jump from ‘Animation Student’ to full-fledged Animator.
Working for a company and freelancing are two options creators have. Both have benefits and drawbacks. Creative Director Merry Fidler and Animation student Joseph Collado discuss the differences.
Starting a project can be the hardest part. Finding something to spark a big idea is key. Professionals and students share where they find their inspiration.
Merry Fidler, the Creative Director at Double Jump Media provides a list of qualities and traits she looks for in perspective hires. Do you meet these standards?
Associate Professor Colby Jennings from Missouri State University provides insight into what to include in and how to present a portfolio.
Joseph Collado is a third year animation student at Drury University. He enjoys storytelling and the unique abilities animation gives to storytelling. As a junior, he has begun preparing for internship and job opportunities. Collado provided InBetween417 with some insight into his preparations and advice to other students who are in his same shoes.
