How to Land Your First Architect Role

About this episode

This episode provides practical advice on how to quickly secure a job in architecture or interiors in London.

You want a job in architecture or interiors in London and you want it fast. This is the playbook. We cover how to stop waiting for job boards and go direct to studios. How to send a tight 3 to 5 page sample portfolio. The email that gets replies. Why volume plus a simple process beats vibes every time. We keep it practical. Use InDesign. Keep the CV clean. Put a UK number and a London base. Call out the graduate visa so it is a non issue. Interview in person if you can. It is a people game. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Jm-X7yADeU ____ 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level 💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

People in this episode

Hosts: Stephen Drew, Architecture Social

Topics covered

• job search
• architecture
• interior design
• portfolio
• interview tips
• graduate visa

Keywords

• architecture jobs
• portfolio tips
• job application
• interview advice
• graduate visa

Mentioned in this episode

Places: London, UK

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