Careers in the Arts

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Preparing students for careers is the mission of the Savannah College of Art and Design.

Through a commitment to new technology, individual attention and the continued development of relevant course offerings, SCAD prepares students for success in college and beyond.

In every program of study the curriculum is professionally oriented, incorporating instruction in business or scholarly practices and encourging or requiring internships in the field. Coursework often parallels professional practice and may involve actual clients. Facilities reflect current trends in the industry, and students have access to state-of-the-art equipment and learning tools.

Career services staff members at SCAD provide career development and professional job search assistance to SCAD students and alumni through individual counseling and exploration of career opportunities in art and design.

Individual Career Advisement

Career advisers assist students in discovering fields of employment and provide instruction on résumé and cover letter writing, portfolio presentation, interview skills and networking.

Job Magnet

The SCAD Job Magnet is a free online listing of professional job opportunities, internships, freelance opportunities, career search engines and Web sites relevant to SCAD students and alumni.

Alumni Career Network

Career services staff may put students in contact with SCAD alumni who can offer insight and advice about their professions and assist students and fellow alumni with their job searches.

Viewing events for January 9, 2009

Jan. 13
Career Services Presents: Stuart Horodner, Senior Curator, The Contemporary
Tuesday, 6-7:30 p.m., SCAD-Atlanta, Admission Welcome Center, second floor, 1600 Peachtree St., Atlanta, Ga.
Stuart Horodner, senior curator at the Atlanta Contemporary Art Center, presents "A History of Curatorial Practice," based on a lifetime of work in the world of fine arts. His most recent exhibitions at the ACAC include "Mergers and Accusations" and Jack Whitten's memorial paintings. Horodner was formerly the visual arts curator at the Portland Institute for Contemporary Art where he developed exhibitions with William Pope.L, Tony Tasset, Melanie Manchot and Luca Buvoli. He also was co-owner and director of the Horodner Romley Gallery in New York City and director of the Bucknell University Art Gallery. Horodner has contributed art writing to journals and magazines including Bomb, Dazed & Confused, Art Issues, Sculpture, and New Observations. A roundtable takes place earlier in the day, 12:30-1:30 p.m., for a limited number of students on a first-come, first-served basis. Critiques also are offered 2-5 p.m. to a limited number of fine arts graduate students. To sign up for the roundtable or a critique, e-mail Laura Meyers or Avantika Bawa.

Jan. 15-March 5
Résumé Spot-check
The Hub, SCAD-Atlanta, 1600 Peachtree St., Atlanta, Ga.
Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Get a résumé spot-check and have quick questions answered. Bring your résumé!

Jan. 15
Career Services Presents: Spanx Presentation by Kathy Reynolds
Thursday, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., SCAD-Atlanta, 1600 Peachtree St., Atlanta, Ga.
Come and hear Kathy Reynolds from Spanx, the leader in shapewear design, talk about Spanx's future direction, the latest in slimming, comfortable apparel, their hiring process and the Spanx internship program. A question and answer session will follow. For more information, e-mail Mary Neely.

Jan. 20
Storytelling Panel: Interior Design Professionals
Tuesday, 6-7:30 p.m., SCAD-Atlanta, Admission Welcome Center, second floor, 1600 Peachtree St., Atlanta, Ga.
Hear what the experts from local interior design firms have to say when they gather to talk about their companies, current projects and advice on breaking into the interior design field. Learn about this growing field from some of the best in the business. Companies and design firms such as AI3, Johnston Studio, Rabaut Design Associates and Idea Span are represented. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, e-mail Mary Neely.

Jan. 29
Career Services Presents: Scott Ingram, Visual Artist
Thursday, 7-8:30 p.m., SCAD-Atlanta, Admission Welcome Center, second floor, 1600 Peachtree St., Atlanta, Ga.
Scott Ingram is an Iowa born artist who is currently based in Atlanta. His work, be it paintings, prints, wall constructions or installations, is informed by color, geometry, cultural cues and the socialization of public space. His series of large-scale nail polish wall paintings, gently invoking the spirit of abstract expressionist painter Morris Louis, were featured in a 2002 exhibition at the Atlanta Contemporary Art Center as well as in a 2005 solo show at Atlanta's Solomon Projects. Ingram's series of wall painting/ sculptures, based on the 1950s case study house project in Los Angeles, grace the homes of many collectors both locally and internationally and were featured last year in Vancouver and Madrid. Critiques are offered earlier in the day, 3-6:30 p.m., to a limited number of fine arts graduate students. To sign up for a critique, e-mail Laura Meyers or Avantika Bawa. The evening lecture is free and open to the public.

Feb. 20
Career Fair
Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Savannah International Trade and Convention Center, 1 International Dr., Savannah, Ga.
More than 100 employers will be offering SCAD students and graduates internship and professional opportunities. An arts and business seminar series also will be offered during the fair. Participation is free to the SCAD community. Employers are welcome at all events. Buses and ferry transportation to the trade center will be available and details will be posted. The deadline for employer registration is Jan. 1. Company participation with job and internship descriptions will be posted on the Career Fair Web site by Jan. 15. Learn more.