You have the degree. You have the passion. But do you know what actually gets you hired? In a world where AI is reshaping every part of the job hunt, the rules have changed, and the designers who understand that early will have a serious edge.

In this first episode of Design After Class, host Catherine Arnal sits down with Geeta Dhar, careers & employability consultant, and Andrew Brown of Your Career Approach, to break down everything you need to know about entering the industry with confidence. From writing a CV that gets past the algorithm to building a portfolio that actually tells your story, they cover the golden rules of job hunting (and the unwritten ones too). You'll hear what employers, recruiters, and career development managers are really looking for when they review your application, why your cover letter still matters more than you think, how to walk into an interview prepared, and how to use social media as a strategic tool rather than an afterthought. Honest, practical, and straight from the people on the other side of the table.

Connect with our guests!

• Geeta Dhar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geetadhar/
• Andrew Brown: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourcoachapproach/
• Andrew's Your Coach Approach: https://yourcoachapproach.co.uk/

If you're a junior interior designer looking to build your portfolio on live projects, mentored by industry pros, apply to join The Live Design Project's talent pool here → https://thelivedesignproject.com/student-signup/