Join StageSource and presenters Rafael Jaen (Costume Designer, and author of "Developing and Maintaining a Design-Tech Portfolio") and Leslie Chiu (Production Manager, Brandeis Theater Company) for

PORTFOLIO AND RESUME WORKSHOPS

SESSION ONE: How to Prepare and Present Portfolio, Resume and Cover Letter on Monday, December 7, 6:00-8:00pm

SESSION TWO: Resume and Portfolio Review on Tuesday, December 8, 6:30-8:30pm

Location: Lyric Stage Company 140 Clarendon St Boston, MA 02116-5169.

StageSource Members: $15 for Monday, December 7; $25 for Tuesday, December 8; or $40 for Both sessions.
Non-Members: $20 for Monday, December 7; $30 for Tuesday, December 8; or $50 for Both sessions.

Cancellation Policy: You must cancel by Thursday, December 3 in order to receive a refund. Cancellations made after December 3 will not be refunded.

This workshop will be held in two parts. You may register for one or both sessions.

SESSION ONE: Prepare and Present Portfolio, Resume and Cover Letter
Monday, December 7, 6:00-8:00pm
Session One will focus on how to prepare and present your design portfolio, resume/cover letter with presentation by both Mr. Jaen and Ms. Chiu.

Portfolio

The Ideal Design-Tech Portfolio: Tips for the Trade
• The Basics: the traditional book, portfolio case styles, planning steps, venue considerations and layout techniques
• The Advanced: Overview of multi-tasking digital archives, digital portfolios, and web sites
• Presentation Skills: An introduction
What is the right size portfolio?
• How do I choose a portfolio for my concentration?
• Where can I find affordable materials?
• How many pages should a portfolio have?
Can I create a web site without knowing HTML coding?
• Do I need to know Dreamweaver to create a web site?
• How do I convert my files to PDF'S?
What is the difference between UR/TA Portfolio reviews and other venues, i.e. KC/ACTF?

Resume

Building a Resume
• Purpose, formats and styles, writing and maintaining your resume(s)
• Cover letter basics, references and recommendation letters
• How to maximize the impact of your resume
Interviewing
• How to prepare for your interview
• How to build strong interviewing skills
• Questions you should ask at your interview and how to follow up
Networking Skills: An introduction


SESSION TWO: Resume and Portfolio Review
Tuesday, December 8, 6:30-8:30pm
Session Two will be a Resume and Portfolio Review Session. Attendees can sign up for a 10 minute time slot with either Rafael (portfolio review), Leslie (resume review), or both. The presenters will review your materials and give you advice on how to create a stronger presentation.

To Register call 617-720-6066 or visit http://www.stagesource.org/category/8_events_seminars_and_workshops.cfm

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