Tips for Entry
Send your resume and cover letter to art directors listed in the Literary Marketplace (https://www.literarymarketplace.com).
Visit the following Web sites for job listings:
- http://adcglobal.org/about/jobs/
- https://www.snd.org/jobs/
- https://www.publishersmarketplace.com
- https://www.mediabistro.com
Join professional associations such as the Art Directors Club and AIGA to access training and networking resources, industry publications, and employment opportunities.
Land an entry-level job as an assistant to an art director or as a designer to learn about the field and make industry contacts.
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