Based on the firm types we talked about in class, my long term goal is to work for myself (Independent type). However, I know I will work in an office first, so this is what I would prefer in a work environment. I would enjoy working at a very small firm that does creative illustration and typography-focused work for other small companies. I like the atmosphere in small firms because they feel more connected—there's less boundaries between the people in charge and the younger designers. I would also like it to be a place where people openly share ideas and brainstorm often.
Characteristics to avoid would be any place where I don't get to use any of my own creative input, if the "style" of design is too set. I would get bored if I was working on the same brand all the time. This is probably why I wouldn't want to work at an in-house design department. I would also avoid places that tend to be very hierarchical in structure, where you wouldn’t interact much with your boss or higher-ups in the company.
I would like to explore the process of project management and self-promotion, which I'm sure I could learn about at an established design firm, and would come in handy for working independently.
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