Festivals

Festivals, it comes with the artist territory, not to mention it's one of the best places to make connections. But what to bring with you?

Lets start with the shoes, you are going to need comfortable walking shoes, really really comfortable walking shoes. I can't tell you how many times I've gotten blisters that I've had to walk through, since I tend to forget this step. To the girls that are thinking of their favorite pair of flats, thoes are not walking shoes. you need something that can get tied down, and luckily festivals are extremely casual.

Next layers, you never know what temperature the room is going to be. Think tank top, under shirt, under long sleeve with a light jacket.

Jeans or some kind of pants are a must. Half the time you end up forcing your meals into the 30 mins between panels, which also mean you occasionally eat outside, on the grass somewhere. Pants make these events immensely more comfortable.

Lastly on the off chance you don't get a tote bag at the start, you might want to bring one of your own. they're great for carrying your resumes, posters you buy, and anything else you collect along the way. On the opposite side make sure you have something small to carry your credit card, id, and a few business cards. some of the best nights are the bar outings, but really don't forget those business cards because it's super easy to maintain new friendships you make when they have your contact information. 

Any who that's all for tonight.

Sincerely,

The Animator

Job Interview

First post, so it’s time for the first step and the most asked question. When most animators wear pj and hawaiian shirts to work every day what should you wear to the interview. After attending several panels, questioning long time animators, and those who just got the job; the consensus is clean and modest, but casual.

When you finally get a interview they already know they like your art, so the interview is more of a get to know you, because no one wants to go to work every day with a self centred know it all. So the Hawaiian shirt and pj wearing animators are more likely to hire someone who doesn’t come across as stiff, but also won’t smell, or distract with too much skin ;).

So men stick to your good jeans, and clean shirt. Women the same applies, with more options for instance a nice knee length skirt or dress. Whether you choose a button up or a nice t-shirt with a fun talking point printed on it just make sure you comfortable, because if you’re comfortable you’re going to come across more confident and personable.

As a last note don’t forget the mother rule though, a.k.a. nothing the average person wouldn’t wear to meet the parents. Example

Sincerely,

The Animator