From university to industry
Navigating life after university is both exciting and intimidating. As a recent uni graduate, joining the KYAK Studio team with the support from Rob and Paul has been an incredible learning experience and the perfect opportunity to gain industry exposure.
Mia Musu graphic designer
Within my first few months I have worked directly with clients, contributed to fast-moving projects, and been involved in constant collaboration. It has given me valuable insight into what life looks like beyond my uni bubble and the importance of staying proactive, embracing new challenges & being open to feedback.
The transition after graduating was quite daunting, going from a structured three years of living in the same box room and sitting in the same studio each day to leaving with so many different thoughts, pathways & options. Just like most graduates, I wasn’t too sure which direction to take, but I was certain I wanted to follow a creative route. An important mindset I developed, especially for within the creative industry, was to avoid having tunnel vision when it came to considering various opportunities. One of the most valuable things a graduate can do is stay open minded, explore different fields and step outside of your comfort zone.
While at KYAK I’ve been challenged with many different design opportunities, creating deliverables that constantly help build my understanding and skill set. It’s great to see everything that’s achieved within our small studio and to be surrounded by lovely & driven individuals. I’m excited to see what’s next!
Thank you Rob and Paul for welcoming me to the KYAK team, you’re not bad to work with! ;-)
