From the Studios of Global Interior Design, London’s Hassle-Free Design Team

From the Studios of Global Interior Design, London’s Hassle-Free Design Team

Job Tips Part I

Ever since Global Interior Design began to establish its reputation as London's premier no-fuss design studios, we have regularly seen a peak in the number of job applicants in April and May. And it's that time of year again! As students approach the end of their interior design certificate or degree programmes, many are keen to enter the workforce through either full-time junior-level jobs or summer work placements. We see applications from every corner of the globe..... but to be honest a good number get shredded and recycled by my assistants or team manager because they are simply not up to par! In the next two blog postings, I will offer some advice for London interior design candidates applying for jobs in the capital. If you follow these straightforward hints and tips, you can almost guarantee that your CV and cover letter would move beyond the first-round pre-check and reach my desktop.

Job Tips Part II

Here are my top tips for jobseekers:

1. Thoroughly explore the website of the company to which you are applying! It is essential that you fully review the signature styles, expertise and portfolio of the targeted interior design firm. If you forget to do this, your cover letter and CV will end up seeming nonspecific and dull.... here comes the shredder and the borough recycling lorry!

2. Make sure your text is 100% error-free. I always tell my team manager to eliminate any job applicants whose materials have mis-spellings or grammar problems, or who fudge the name of our London-based interior design firm.

Job Tips Part III

Finishing off my top tips for those seeking employment in interior design fields:

3. Put your best foot forward. Don't be shy in explaining why you are right for the job. I am always eager to receive applications from candidates with an intuitive aptitude for interior design. Make sure to attach samples from your interior design portfolio, and don't forget to talk about your education and/or prior employment in interior design in London or related fields.

4. Don't go overboard on the flattering remarks. I am often pleasantly surprised when job applicants know about awards or publicity that Global Interior Design has recently received, or when they compliment me on the industry thought leadership that is showcased in my blog. However, I am wary of applicants who over-emphasise these things and consequently seem obsequious.

Thank you and best wishes to all of London's interior design jobseekers this season!