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08/09/2007 11:07:19 AM · #1 |
i want to do a apprenticeship or something like that in a studio to get more experience but i would also like to get some sort of pay for this, i was considering writing/emailing studios in my area to see if any would be interested.. how do you suggest i word the letter and any tips/advice
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08/09/2007 11:15:07 AM · #2 |
Personally, I wouldn't bother writing a letter / email. Rather, drop by each place you feel best matches your own style or influence, and talk to them.
Take a portfolio with you, be to the point about wanting to apprentice for them, and simply ask when they might have time to further discuss the issue. No need to go into a long speech or letter, if they aren't interested or don't need an apprentice.
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08/09/2007 11:27:02 AM · #3 |
Originally posted by rossbilly:
Personally, I wouldn't bother writing a letter / email. Rather, drop by each place you feel best matches your own style or influence, and talk to them.
Take a portfolio with you, be to the point about wanting to apprentice for them, and simply ask when they might have time to further discuss the issue. No need to go into a long speech or letter, if they aren't interested or don't need an apprentice.
Good luck! |
Good advice. It's easy to say no to a letter. |
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08/09/2007 12:04:37 PM · #4 |
i could do that buttt it would take ages and money traveling haha when i could send 100 letter in like 10mins
yes its easy to ignore a letter but sending 100 letter is better than going to 10 studios? because at least if any where looking then they wouldnt need to of seen me in person 1st.. if that makes sence ;D
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08/09/2007 12:09:36 PM · #5 |
Its better to have 10 quality face to face meetings the 100 unanswered emails. QUALITY OVER QUANTITY.
You make a better first impression in person. |
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08/09/2007 12:12:07 PM · #6 |
Originally posted by rossbilly:
Personally, I wouldn't bother writing a letter / email. Rather, drop by each place you feel best matches your own style or influence, and talk to them.
Take a portfolio with you, be to the point about wanting to apprentice for them, and simply ask when they might have time to further discuss the issue. No need to go into a long speech or letter, if they aren't interested or don't need an apprentice. |
What he said. It's easier to ignore an email or letter than it is to ignore a person standing in front of you asking for a few minutes of your time. :)
Message edited by author 2007-08-09 12:12:28. |
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08/12/2007 09:53:53 AM · #7 |
| why not just do both? send out some letters/emails and personally visit some places that are driveable |
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08/12/2007 10:14:24 AM · #8 |
Originally posted by exclamationjay:
i want to do a apprenticeship or something like that in a studio to get more experience but i would also like to get some sort of pay for this, i was considering writing/emailing studios in my area to see if any would be interested.. how do you suggest i word the letter and any tips/advice
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If you are sending letters/e-mails make sure the grammar, spelling and general layout of both the letter and e-mail is perfect. I am a manager in a global company and get a lot of letters/e-mails asking about employment opportunities. I find it is usually the native English speakers who make the most grammatical errors. Spelling mistakes (or more usually typos) I take a lenient approach to, especially if the applicant is not a native English speaker, but poor grammar usually results in a negative reaction from me.
This may sound tough, but at the end of the day, first impressions count. If the letter is the first thing a potential employer sees, make sure it wows them. If you write and type it yourself, then get somebody else to proof read it before sending. Sometimes you don't see the errors yourself. Spell check doesn't distinguish between the common errors to/too/two, their/there/they're, etc. These are easy mistakes to make, but can completely ruin an otherwise well written letter.
By the way, I am originally from Liverpool too, so good luck. Will be interested to see where you end up!
The other alternative of turning up in person is also a good idea. |
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