To get a job, you need work experience. And to get your first work experience, you need a job. This is a problem faced by many digital specialists who have just graduated from courses, and all they have is a certificate of training and a sparkle in their eyes. Or maybe some previous work experience in another industry – for example, in dentistry or construction. But who needs that? Everyone needs a portfolio with cases, right?
However, at first you can d o without it
I’ll tell you how to find your first clients after the courses without registration and an SMS portfolio.
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Where to look
The first place to turn is to all ws database your friends and acquaintances. Most likely, either they or their acquaintances have a business that needs your services.
Do you have a limited social circle? Go to networking events, industry events, and tell literally everyone you know that you are looking for a job and in what field. Even if a few people can’t help you right away, they can the search for the right software is daunting ecommend others who might need a specialist like you. Still, personal contact and recommendations are key.
Didn’t work out?
Let’s go to social media. Make a list of brands or agencies you’d like to work with and write them an honest letter. Don’t make unrealistic plans or promise that you’ll increase their audience from 1,000 to 10,000 subscribers in 3 days. It’s better to honestly tell them that you just graduated from such and such courses, what skills you have, what previous work experience you had, and how it can be useful to a potential employer. Believe me, honesty sells.
BUT! One standard letter is not enough. Personalize the message for each potential employer. If you are writing to a fashion brand, tell us what fashion-related skills you have acquired during your courses, or how you have intersected with this industry during your previous job. Tell us why you want this job, about your personal motivation, and how you are different from thousands of similar junior digital specialists.
Yes, maybe 100 brands will refuse, but the 101st message can be the winner. The main thing is to work systematically and send at least 5-10 emails every day.