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bricks0fbollywood's journey

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    Feeling Miscellaneous Planning Thinking

    I've been unemployed for almost 3 months now, and it's been a perplexing journey. I frequently get shortlisted for design roles, clear interviews, and even complete design assignments, but then I hit a wall. After submitting my work, I often receive updates that my application is progressing, only to be met with disappointing news like, "the position is currently on hold" or "we're waiting for approval from senior management." Sometimes, I don't hear back at all, which adds to my frustration. This cycle has repeated multiple times, leaving me scratching my head. If my portfolio and assignments were subpar, I wouldn't be making it to these advanced stages, right? To adapt, I've started incorporating AI tools into my workflow to enhance my ideation and creative exploration, while ensuring the final designs reflect my personal style. I'm beginning to wonder if this is just the state of the design job market right now or if I'm missing something crucial. Has anyone else faced similar experiences? I'm open to any honest advice or insights.

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    Feeling Miscellaneous Planning Thinking

    I recently left my job as a graphic designer and video editor after being approached by a new company. I thought I was making a positive change, but I was removed just 2–3 days after starting, leaving me jobless and confused. I had around 6 years of experience at my previous company, but the workload was overwhelming, the pay was low, and there was little opportunity for growth. The work environment was also filled with indirect politics, which made it tough to stay motivated. When I was contacted on LinkedIn for a graphic designer role, I was excited about the opportunity. The recruiter assured me that I would be able to learn and grow, and he created a sense of urgency for me to join quickly. I trusted his words and made the switch. However, once I started, the expectations changed dramatically. They wanted me to primarily use Figma and discouraged the use of Photoshop, despite the role being labeled as graphic design. I believe that the tools shouldn't dictate the output, especially since I can deliver quality designs using my existing workflow. Unfortunately, they claimed my portfolio didn’t align with the skills they needed and let me go almost immediately. I felt it was unfair as I wasn’t given enough time to adapt to their environment or expectations. Now, I’ve been jobless for about 2 months, and with a wife to support, I’m feeling the financial strain. The job market is tough, especially with the rise of AI, and I’m honestly feeling lost. I’m trying to figure out how to rebuild my career. Should I focus on learning Figma, explore motion design, consider freelancing, or just take any stable job that comes my way?

    Job title: graphic designer

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