Significant Career Lesson From An Art Director And Motion Designer At Apple
John, an Art Director & Motion Designer at Apple, emphasizes the importance of positive working relationships, stating that "the industry's small" and maintaining good relations is crucial for career success. Building strong teams requires leaving "excess baggage at home," as project success depends on "the weakest link," making collaboration paramount in a creative field where most people happily work together.
Teamwork, Communication, Industry Realities, Workplace Challenges, Networking
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John Robson
Art Director & Motion Designer
Apple
UCSB
Film, Media Arts, Visual Arts
Arts, Entertainment & Media, Advertising, Communications & Marketing
Creative
Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. Building positive relationships is crucial for career success, especially in the creative industry where collaboration is key.
2. A collaborative spirit is essential; the success of a project depends on the team's ability to work together effectively.
3. Avoid conflicts and maintain professional relationships to prevent hindering your career progression and project success. Reputation matters in a relatively small industry.
Transcript
Q11: Significant lesson - career
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
They always say the industry is small, and it's true. One of the most important things is to get along with everyone.
This is especially true in the creative industry and entertainment. People who have burned bridges or gotten into quarrels with others tend to be remembered for it.
When you are building a team and creating a project, you end up being as strong as the weakest link. If somebody is difficult to work with, it brings everyone down.
Fortunately, in the creative field, most people are happy to work together and be part of a project. So, it doesn't end up happening that often.
However, it is true that you really need to find a way to work together with people and leave any excess baggage at home.