Great video Jansley! Please do not send 160 applications a week. Whoever told you to do that is a nut job. Sorry for the language 😂 That time is better spent building quality into your portfolio, refining your UI polish and case studies.
Whoa Mizko, this is an unexpected surprise haha. Thanks for dropping by and I appreciate your candor! Yeah, the bootcamp I'm in recommends 160 applications per month, not per week, so it's a little more reasonable. But I see your point though! Keep up the awesome videos and courses 🙌
I don't agree with it. Not many employers can tell what's good and what' bad UX(TRUST ME). Getting yourself exposed to as many employers as possible is the key. Of course, sometimes there are a handful number of companies who could tell good UX portfolio but it's really rare. I could easily get my first UX job not because my portfolio was so awesome but I was exposed to a ton of companies. People easily tend to believe what they have achieved is thanks to their greatness but rather it's largely thanks to luck(or probability). Why? because it boosts EGO.
@@soonkpaik2037 Exactly, most of what you see in UX portfolios is just copy and paste from other designers. Focusing on polish just makes things look pretty, vs something that is functional. Networking is the key. The main problem with ux now is the companies not knowing what they're looking for. They expect a UX designer to be a computer science degree skilled in front end development while also being a graphic designer. In reality, companies are only hiring for senior roles because they will have those designers doing more than just ux.
Thanks for sharing. I have been doing interviews with UX Designers Candidates. There is a lot of folks with great portfolios and resumes. There's a lot of competition, what made any UX Designer stand out 3 years ago is more common across-the-board. What's making candidates stand out more for me personally are the following; based on my past 2 weeks of interviewing: 1. Communication Skills 2. Ability to talk numbers and negotiating design solutions with stakeholders 3. Not being a YES person, question why and ability to push back and stand up for users. 4. Enjoying with working with product owners, team collaboration. I often hear people saying they just want to spend time wireframing and left alone designing in Figma... NO, not good, UX is about team collaboration, facilitation, and enjoying to work with people. Mostly problem solving and curiosity. Figma skills and UI can be learned and it's a must no matter what, design won't make you stand out on its own.
Enok I can't tell you how much I enjoy hearing that communication is one of the things that stands out to you! To me, communication and presenting are my biggest strengths, and I was worried emphasizing that too much in an interview wouldn't hold much weight. But you are making me think differently. Thank you!
How beneficial is a bachelor's degree in digital marketing to a UX design cert? I just graduated and was thinking about getting my UX cert to go with my degree
@@Ihate_bills depends on the company hiring.. It does help to establish education. Also not having a cert will not stop me from wanting to interview you if your portfolio and projects speak for themselves.. meaning that I look for skill not a piece of paper that tells me you have good memory and passed an exam. That's just me, others have different opinions and of course depends on the company's requirements.
@@Ihate_bills hey, I got me the Nielsen Norman Certification while in my current UX job about 2 years ago, the company paid for my training.. but I didn't have the paper to land the job. I got in through a web development position and that's how I transitioned to UI and then UX.
I appreciate your honesty and vulnerability. I got hooked on the way people glamorized tech in the pandemic. I started by teaming the self-taught route for a few months and then enrolled to Avocademy. It has taken me a year to land my first UX design job. I didn’t do the 160 applications a month when I got to the job search phase in CJ, I focused on intention and quality rather than quantity. I know that may not be the best way to go for everyone but I am very happy with the role I have secured. Best of luck!
I decided to get into UX/UI last Sunday. Your video is sooooo authentic. It inspires me to take it easy. I'm a little overwhelmed by all the info out there and the "get your first UX job in 3 months" content. This was a breath of fresh air! Thanks :) Keep going, you're great!
Its a brutal honest video Jansley. Its important to show a real ground reality, its not an easy journey which most of the RUclips gurus fail to explain.
Never give up. The market at the moment isn't that easy to get in, I've been unemployed for almost one year fighting against everyone being laid off from big tech. Been tough, but we can't give up!
Junior UX Designers are having such a hard time right now landing their first UX job. I like that you made this video showing how it's going for you. I've been working in UX for a bit now and recently went through the process of hiring for a UX role and it taught me a lot as well!
I’m struggling to find an internship. I have one more year in school but I wanted to get a job before I graduate (it was my one of my goal). Hearing from you, I guess I’m not the only one from this journey. Keep it up! You are truly inspiring and healing
If you have a year before you graduate, you have plenty of time to find an internship. Just keep searching and applying, as well as bettering your skills, and good things will come. I appreciate your kind words, I wish you the best on your quest!
This was so refreshing to hear! I went the bootcamp route and graduated last month. A lot of my cohort completed their portfolios before graduating and had already applied for positions, but I didn't feel comfortable rushing into the job search. I want to make sure that what I'm sending to recruiters is good quality work that demonstrates my skills and knowledge so that I am taken seriously. So, I'm happily taking my time and taking every day one step at a time. I wish you the best of luck!
I like your approach, and I think employers will be able to see that higher quality you're taking to polishing your portfolio. I wish you the best in getting the job you love!
Most employers won’t even look at your portfolio in detail if you’re applying as a junior, all they want to know is if you understand the basics, know the software and if you’re trainable
Oh man, you touched the gold topic here. I've been learning about UX for over a year now. I also know that this is the job I want to have but it's not really that easy to become one of them that quick. People that have been making the videos that they've made it into the industry within 3 months for me is just clickbaiting - they have some sort of graphic design degree or already had a job in IT so it was easier for them. From september 2022 until June 2023 I'm in UX/UI course (web designer as you can say), quit my job in september to focus on learning and there's so much stuff to learn like I don't know how people can do it in such a short time. Now as my finals I need to make a portfolio and a website for a client (even have 2 clients so some real projects i can take to my portfolio) and I'm streesed as hell to make it the best I can to make it into the industry. Also I'm totally not related to IT I've been working in logistics for 4 years and it's really really hard for someone not related with UX/graphics to make it into. Wish you the best in making it into the UX and never give up! Good things come with time!
That's true Derek, a lot of UX designers who get into the field quickly have some sort of related design background. Everyone's journey is different, and I wish you the best with your UX quest!
Thank you for your honesty! I’ve been watching your videos since just before starting the program and I can say they’ve helped me manage expectations and stay afloat. In a sense, you’ve been a wing in my flight/journey. You’re doing a fantastic job, keeping it real and I am so grateful for that. No doubt greater things will come for you soon! Cheers! -c
Took me 15 years of being hired as a designer and being asked to develop code while advocating for User Experience to land a job title of Head of UX. Young people have it easy to jump into this field in months. 1-6 months is a dream compared to fighting for its importance over the past 15 years. Know this... UX is a daily struggle to prove the value of the skillset. Has little to do with portfolio work. That's just for the interview then it all gets thrown out the window when business stakeholders weight in.
This is a very honest video that most people on RUclips who have broken into the industry at the right time don’t discuss. I’ve been a designer and have been doing Ux and UI for many years without having the official title and it’s still really difficult to find a job right now. Seems like there’s only lead and principle design jobs available. Keep practicing and try not to get down by how tough it is.
Optimistic honesty was definitely what I was going for in this video, I'm glad it resonated with you! You're right, most jobs want lead and senior level UX designers it seems look. There's still opportunities for juniors though! I know we will get in, it's just a matter of when :)
Thank you so much for sharing. I'm really just starting the process of learning UX design and I've felt that rush on RUclips of wanting get anything out there. However, you reminded me that there has to be a true desire and joy to working a job or you won't stay in it long. I'm doing my best to just flow with the process and experiment as a learn. So thank you for your insight ☺
Thanks for being open and authentic. The world definitely needs more videos like this and people like you. Wish you the best in anything you do in life.
This is real and I appreciate you being honest. I am on the fence about getting into UX, and I have seen those videos where others are saying how quickly they got in. Good luck in your journey.
No problem Ebedmelech! I think an important question worth asking is why you want to get into UX, and reflect on the deeper reasons of that question. If you find there are no deeper reasons, it may not be a good choice.
Hi! I've been doing my research about going into UX/UI and came across your videos. I also have no experience and I value your vulnerability and honesty so much. Thank you.
Thank you for being so honest🙏 wish you all the best and good luck with you first UX job! I’m sure you gonna make it and we will see you next video about you job offer💪
As a physical therapist finishing a UX boot camp, I can relate with these thoughts and fears! I’m definitely anxious to start job hunting. Thank you for your honesty about the process
I really appreciate a fresh perspective on getting into UX and thank you for being so honest.. I feel that the expectations of getting into UX is blown way out of proportion by everyone.. It definitely has its pros and cons and that we basically cannot be whimsical in switching careers and that more research and introspection is required… I would agree with your perspective in this as an entry level ux designer myself… Thank you again and best of luck🙂🤝
you're very well spoken, I think you'll easily land a job. 90% of the job is communicating effectively with others and it's a pleasure listening to how you talk
I came across your video by chance but pleasantly surprised that you also took Avocademy, I took the foundations course and finished last October but have yet to move forward mostly due to fear of all the layoffs as well as just my own self doubt. Thank you for your honestly and sharing your journey, its good to know there are others with similar feelings. I'm sure you will land an amazing UX job in no time!
Don't let fear or doubt hold you back Karla, even with the layoffs, it's worth putting your name out there. The universe works in peculiar ways, and sometimes that can be to our benefit :)
Man, I love this video. I had been tossing around the idea of doing this same thing; making a video about someone who's been pursuing a role within UX who still doesn't have a job in it (on a year and 3 months hunting so far). This is a refreshing outlook vs the rat race of people who speak of landing jobs in a few months. This gives so much realism in that sometimes the journey may take 6 months+, but if you're determined and enjoy what you learn/do, you'll get there eventually. Good luck man!
Yeah man, if it speaks to you, make a video about it! It's almost therapeutic in a way haha. But yes that's exactly what I tried to do, just offer a differing perspective vs the 'ux in 3 months' people. Also wishing you the best on your UX quest!
@@jansleyreal man I had to revisit your video to say that after a year and 10 months in total, I finally landed an offer for my first role as an Associate UX/UI Designer (and I made that video just like I said I was gonna do when I was still struggling to land a job in this field months ago). Thank you again for this honest perspective to begin with and I hope your journey in UX is going well!
It’s really nice just to see an honest conversation about a newbie trying to get into this career in 2023.l, after ux design has become well known and popular. Looking forward to seeing where your journey takes you.
Hi Jansley, thank you for sharing your story, experience, and journey so far. It's "interesting times" for the UX world these days....the hype around the career is finally dying down, UX is not as foreign as it used to be, there's too many bootcamps/students, companies are not willing to invest into junior-positions, and some of them are still struggling to adapt UX into their tech teams, etc. With so much going...keep taking small steps, network like crazy, and don't be afraid to get as much feedback as possible. Hang in there and fight on. And feel free to reach out, would love to help in any way. Best of luck!
Hey Wesley, I appreciate your thoughtful response! Will definitely take your advice and continue taking small steps and networking! Thank you for the videos you make on your channel!
Candid, informative and succinct. Your path is one that parallels with mine although, you seem much more effective in walking it than I walk mine. ~inspiring. This is the first video of yours for me. I've liked and subscribed. I will study your youtube channel. I'm sure to see my own direction more clearly by following your journey. Cheers from a future ux designer. ~An American in Korea 🇰🇷
I spent 3 years at a University studying Interaction Design receiving a Bachelor Degree and this was 16 years ago. When I finished I had a real hard time finding anything. Mostly because I lived in a region where it was not a common occupation. I then took another job as a salesman and later senior salesman… THEN a job offering fell from the sky and I seized the opportunity. I have now been working with UI/UX for 6 years.
You have voiced all of my concerns. It's refreshing to hear that I'm not the only one who feels and thinks the same as I am trying to finish my boot camp. I even contemplated if I made the right decision because everyone else seems to already have some design experience so seeing everyone's portfolio I wondered how will I stick out and get my foot in the door.
Hi Jansley, and to everyone who is trying to pursue a career in UX design. It takes time to build a proper foundation in UX Design. I switched my career to UX Designer 3 years back. All these 3 years I was constantly learning , taking up good short term courses from Universities (try going for good colleges or universities) , what they teach in bootcamps is not sufficient and a waste of money, rather save up that money and invest in a course by universities. And trust me even after 3 years , I am still making mistakes, some projects were really successful and some really failed. So have a little bit more patience. Also its very import to find out what u good at , and look for jobs that needs someone with those skills. UX Design is vast , so if u master 3/4 skills within UX design , u will attest find an entry level job. Good Luck Everyone Have a great day!
Really appreciate you taking the time to write this out! I'm definitely learning that it takes WAY longer than 6 months to get good at doing UX, at least with respect to also balancing a full time job.
You could review portfolios or interview UX designers in your channel to build your name and network. You could also work as a freelancer via RUclips while waiting for a job offer. I wish you all the best!
Thanks for the suggestion Maureen! I don't think I really have the authority to review people's portfolios at this point haha. But I do like the interview idea 🤔
I relate to everything you are saying! I hope everyone can be happy doing the jobs they are doing. I feel as adults, it is the hardest thing to achieve :( .
Thank you! If there is one thing I learned along my self development journey, is that happiness is a choice. I get to decide to be happy, here and now. Even if I don't love my job, I can still choose to be happy while I transition into another. :)
Really love your videos. I personally would love to make the first step. I am still trying to learn more about it (pros &cons) but I do have a fear of not finding the job at the end or even AI taking over the big part of the processes UX designers do now - which maybe means even less need for UX designers. I personally don’t care so much for the money but more to find something I wake up excited to do.
Thank you so much! AI doesn't have to always be negative though. It can be used as a tool to make our job easier. There will always be a need for human connection in product design. Just remember, if you go for it, you'll be glad you did even if it doesn't work out. If you don't even try, you will be plagued with "what if", which is a feeling I don't want anyone to have :)
Hey, man! I genuinely wish you the best of luck! You WILL get there! I’m actually 2 years into my coding journey, and while I don’t know if I’d say I’m quite "there" yet, I’d probably say I’m on the doorstep or maybe the lobby of the fancy apartment building. The proverbial "man at the door" has allowed me to walk into the building, serve myself some coffee, and sit at the couch by the front desk as I wait for someone to let me into their apartment. hahaha (I promise to never make an analogy like that again lol) I started learning how to code at age 35 after my son was born. We were fortunate enough to afford for me to be a stay-at-home dad, so I didn’t have a job to worry about, but it was still difficult to balance taking care of a baby and teaching myself to code (I did do a little formal schooling in computer programming at the local state college, but the program wasn’t great, and it sure as hell didn’t teach me how to code. I had to do that on my own). I decided to just work on projects that brought me enjoyment, so I just built little language related projects for my Louisiana French and Creole community. I’m 2 years into my web development journey, and although I don’t have a steady income yet, I now have a decent amount of marketable skills and have started more seriously applying for jobs in the industry. I wanted to say, though, that I don’t know if the "numbers game" approach is the best approach. In my limited experience, every web dev gig I’ve gotten in the last couple years has been through someone in my own network, whether it be a friend or colleague of a friend, and soon, I’ll be interviewing for a contracted position where, if I got the job, I’d be working under a colleague of 8 of my friends at a university in Louisiana. I really want the job, but if I don’t get it, just the fact that I was even contacted for an interview shows me the power of utilizing one’s network. Also, whoever is reading this…DO NOT get discouraged by the people on RUclips who claim they got a job in tech within 3-6 months. If those people are being 100% honest, they’re the exception, not the rule. But often, they aren’t being entirely truthful about what they knew before they started more seriously learning how to code, or they had a connection in the industry who gave them a chance. This stuff takes time to learn, especially if you’re older like me, and if you have a family to take care of, it could take even longer. Give yourself time, and go easy on yourself.
I appreciate this really thoughtful response! I like your analogy, don't apologize for it. I applaud you for making a career change at 35, that's a big move, especially with having a child. You should be very proud of your accomplishments, because not many people have the tenacity to pursue that. Thanks for your insights!
Oh man !! Thanks a lot for this video. I am at same situation as yours while watching this video. I am surprised by the videos where people say they got into UX in just 2/3 months. I have started learning UX Design since almost a year, practising/learning it daily. Haven't got a job yet. But I am hopeful that I deserve a good opportunity, only thing which is in my hand is to put in continue efforts. All the best to you too 💫
You have a great mindset, thanks for leaving a comment! I truly think consistency and skill development are the only 2 ingredients needed to succeed, and you seem to have both of those! I wish you the best :)
cool to hear someone actually tells the truth behind getting into tech industry (not only UX) i keep my fingers crossed for you i started my joruney with ux in 2021 and still don’t have full time design job but i managed to get few clients as a freelancer because with no code tools, you can easily make your projects live (especially web projects) maybe this could help you as well?
@@jansleyreal well, my friend’s parents have restaurant and they had outdated website (not responsive, designed for 1024p). So I asked him if they want a new one and did it for free. I just wanted to try how working with client look like. For development I used Elementor (and learned how to use it working on this project). Obviously, the website look like shit comparing to what I could deliver right now but at least it’s responsive 😅 Next client was friend of friend who knew that I made this website and it was my first commercial project. Look for any local business that has outdated website and offer them new one. Do it for free by without any deadline. I suggest using Framer (newest no-code for designers) Hope it can help you 😅
Ive had a similar journey to yours! Got my degree in Exercise Physiology and was expected to go to PT school but decided it wasn't a good fit for me. Thank you for giving your realistic perspective on this.
Thank you for sharing! This was such a nice, fresh and vulnerable POV. I’m currently in a UX class now and get discouraged but this video was very positive!
Totally relate to this. I've been having that feeling where it seems like I've been so focused on getting a UX job that I haven't really doing more to be better in UX. Finished the bootcamp in May 2022, started applying Sept 2022, 100+ applications, 70% rejection rate, just a handful of interviews and I still haven't landed a new job.. I realized it's just not sustainable and I need to do something different. Now, I'm changing my approach. I'll focus on doing UX work instead to get better - through a combination of freelancing and volunteering. I'll focus on having real world experience working with people and developers/engineers. I'll focus on getting better at Figma. I'll focus on getting better at solving problems of the people I'm working with. Then I'll be better and in a better position to land that job I've been working hard for.
I think that's an awesome realization and approach you're now taking. Real projects has been the best way for me to improve at UX, so I think you'll gain a ton of value from that :)
Thanks for all your videos and transparency, I moved to US and im a chemical engineer but move to another career is my goal because I can't work in my career here and I don't have money for pay for the university
hey keep on. I was going through this rocky place as well. And its still difficult given the current situation on the market. But if you are creative and can think of some ways to stand out from the crowd, you'll receive the attention you deserve. I wish you all success and take care!
im in your place exactly, except for the PT, i have thought and been thinking exactly how you were expressing. keep moving man. best of luck to you moving forward and growing
Super grateful for your honesty as someone who has just started the program, it has helped me manage my expectations a lot better because a lot of these videos are those, "I got into UX in 3 months!" Hoping for the best for you in your journey in finding a job in the industry.
@@jansleyreal I'm enjoying it a lot, I'm finding it quite interesting the deeper I dive into it. Hopefully I can keep at the pace that I'm learning at and finish the coursera program soon. Thanks for the response by the way, I'm trying my hardest to reach out to people who are also starting out so that I can at least feel like I'm building a community.
Thanks for you sharing thoughts! Fwiw, when I decided to transition into the UX world, it took me about year to get through all my learning (and navigating life) to finally land a job in the industry. Take care of yourself and continue on your path into UX!
@@jansleyreal Nothing is perfect, but overall I've enjoyed my time working in UX! My favorite part is ideating and working with others to solve a problem together.
Nice to see a video about this topic. I understand the struggle. After 13 years in the university teaching computer animation, I finally decided to career shift to UI/UX during pandemic attending online courses. I knew in my junior year back in college that I really like design than computer animation. The right opportunity came when I became part of the pioneer batch of UX+ University to finally navigate my career in UX Design. After 16 weeks in the bootcamp, I got lucky to land a job in a corporate company with various web product as a product designer. It didn't work out well after 7 months so I transferred to a startup company and now in my 8th month. The struggle is always there and some doubts if I really made the right choice of my second career but I am sure I don't want to go back to full-time teaching. I enjoy doing the work in UI/UX. Most of the time I just want to avoid the politics in work to better enjoy what I am doing.
Hey Jansley, I found your channel after doing a review on Mizko's masterclass. I also happen to be an Avocademy student! (I'm in CJ now). Anyway, your videos definitely resonate and I've been really enjoying them. The documenting approach is super authentic and that's very refreshing (also wow, your audio and video production are clean!). Thank you for sharing your journey! I think I saw you were already hired on one of your thumbnails but I'll keep watching haha. Cheers man ✌🏼
Thanks for dropping by, glad you've been enjoying the videos so far Francisco! And thanks for the audio comment, I'm a music producer, so I always enjoy comments on my audio quality 😁 I am not hired as of yet, I had an interview, but ultimately did not get chosen. Have fun on your journey!
Hey man! Good video, keep it up. Here's a suggestion: Build a music blog where you can practice some UX skills. Hiring managers only want to see experience anyway, and this will give you something to show off! Just a suggestion :)
Thanks Greg, that's an awesome idea! I'm currently working on a project at the moment, but I'm definitely gonna keep that on the back burner, I dig the concept of it!
The people getting into UX in 2 months are a product of the so-called "survivorship bias". Meaning, 1) we pay more attention to the success stories and 2) much less of the "losers" who take longer are getting on RUclips to tell their stories. Which overall gives the impression that the very successful are the norm, when really they are extreme outliers. XO, someone who took 1 year to get into UX in 2020.
Thank you for sharing your journey and process in the most honest form. Its not easy to to show your vulnerability but it really does speak to many of us who can relate to your situation. I'm currently wrapping up my Foundations course and will decide if I want to continur Career Jumpstart. Good luck hope all your hard work pays off!
Thanks for the thoughtful comment Chris! I think being honest is best way to be when documenting my journey, so I try to express that in my videos. I wish you the best whether you pursue CJ or another path! :)
I'm currently working in surgery but I travel for my job. I'm tired of traveling, tired of the long nights away from home. The overall environment of being in a hospital is a lot. I'm thinking about switching careers into UX or web development. I'm so nervous and afraid to switch but excited too. I guess I'm just afraid I will fail or that it will be too hard. That leep into something you know nothing about is scary, but thank you for this video.
Yeah I did an internship in the hospital setting, I found it to be very stressful so I don't blame you. Nerves are normal, any important life choice has nerves associated with it. UX isn't hard to learn, but it's hard to get GOOD at. If you decide to go for it, I wish you the best!
Thank you for this video. I too went through Avocademy and I am on month 4 of applying. This has been the hardest thing that I've ever done. We will land something soon, stay strong :)
Hey hey!! I have been watching your videos while you were still in week 4 of avocademy bootcamp and followed your journey since then! I am currently in the same bootcamp as well and just about to wrap up the program! I love the real and raw videos of your feelings as well as unbiased thoughts regarding the program and what you are experiencing during this career transition. I totally relate to you when you said that finding UX and learning about it makes it easier as YOU CHOSE this path with your free will (agency) and following what you enjoy (I totally relate to this as I have been a nurse the last 7 years and had the similar mental frame --get the degree find the job--). JUST KNOW I AM ROOTING FOR YOU! thank you so so much for these videos, cannot wait to see you go even further and reach your goals! 👏👏👏💪💪💪
I really enjoyed reading this Hannah, it means so much that you've been following for so long! I just try to keep it real, a lot of people on YT hype up UX career transitions as easy peasy, but I think it's important to share the tougher times too. How is the bootcamp going for you?
@@jansleyreal The program is going well! I love the lifetime access we have cause learning a new skill even if its something I enjoy and love it still a learning curve. I currently feel like a fish swimming in a real big ocean of information ehehe. How is CJ going for you? It would be really cool to hear more about how you've been managing your time with work and CJ :) Keep doing your videos! I absolutely love them and low key I feel like were friends now going through similar stages of transition. Bless your honesty my guy!
@@hannahbalde1279 Yeah there's a ton of info to learn haha! I did a video recently on how I juggle UX and work, not sure if you've seen it. And yes, we are friends, Hannah! 🤗
So glad I came across your video. I was planning to apply to physical therapy school this upcoming summer but I have been having doubts on whether it is for me & I was interested in getting into UX. A lot to think about , thank you!
Oh wow, that's quite a decision you got Sara! This is just my opinion, but I think picking the one you think you have more fun doing and learning is the better move. Not sure what that would be for you, but hopefully that helps. Both are rewarding careers!
I really relate to your situation, very strongly. I myself felt like my decisions weren't actually mine. I studied architecture and after I graduated and worked for some years, it still didn't seem right for me. As you said, I did what was expected of me. And choosing UX felt like my honest decision.
@Jansley don't forget that this is not the best period to find a job. I've seen job posts with 400 applicants in one day.. competition is challenging, as @Mizko said, focusing on the portfolio and experience is the key. Making youtube videos around UX does helps also...I am sure it is just a matter of time until you manifest this dream of yours.
I appreciate the comment Nicola! Part of me is grateful for it being a bad time to get a UX job. Because if I can get a job in the current landscape, then when it get's good again, I'll be much better prepared for any future opportunities. Either way, I'm just enjoying the process until I land a role :)
I understand exactly how you feel right now, I had the same experience when trying to get into UX. It was hard and it took me 9 months to finally land a job as a Junior Product Designer. Once you're in, things get better. Keep studying and when your time comes, you'll rock it! :)
@@jansleyreal The first experience wasn't that good, I started as the only designer at a startup and was quickly overwhelmed with all the other roles they were asking me to do (visual design, UX/UI, research, content, etc) without having someone to mentor me. After a couple of months, I started job searching again and landed my second UX job, this time at a tech company with a UX team. Since then, things got better :)
Same here. I'm trying to break into this field, so I spend 2 years to get a master's degree. I had a summer internship in a big tech company last year, but unfortunately I didn't get return because of the company hiring freeze. I have already hunt job for 7 month after last summer, but I get no offer either. The market sucks.
Great video Jansley. You’ve really brought in a great mix of the fun stuff of UX learning and journey and how it can be difficult to get one’s first job in today’s scenario. I really like your attitude towards it and it’s very encouraging. So thanks for this. PS- I’m a 3D visualiser who’s looking to switch to UX and this video was nice and helpful.
it's definitely hard out here. Im a designer with experience in graphic and web design but to crack into ux is like trying to win the lottery at the point. Its hard for everyone out here.
Yeah it's definitely difficult. I'm choosing to view it more as having enough persistence to get to the end result. Many people give up right before they get it. You (and I) shall persist!
The best way to kick off UX path is to build your own small product and have some users in it. It can really be a super niche thing. For example, as i understand you have a unique insight into medical world - use it for your advantage.
and the thing is that there is literally millions of medical personnel around the world. I bet at least 1000 of them would be really happy to try out your product.
It’s been 10 months since I finished my ux masters and I’m still not working for a company and landed a job . I did however get a freelance work with a client but it’s been hard because the pay is very low for the hours I put . But this is how u have to hustle
I enjoyed this video, Josh-- thank you again for the honesty! I ended up enrolling for Avocademy (used your link) and started on Monday! As someone who tends to be a bit competitive, it was a little overwhelming to see where everyone is at in the program and not feel like I was behind. I had to remind myself that everyone has a different start date, learns at different paces, and to breathe. Today I finished Module 1 and had my first mentor session, I really appreciate your videos because they've helped me to have realistic expectations and know what step is coming my way next. I fully expect to get my butt kicked multiple times during this process but am ready to be grateful for it and take everything as a learning opportunity. Can't wait to see your post in the #wins channel :)
Let's goooo Tara! Happy you joined the journey to UX! I think you have the totally right mindset, everyone starts from 0.. all the people that are working on finishing their portfolios have put in MONTHS of work to get there.. the same MONTHS of work that you will spend yourself making an awesome portfolio of projects. Have fun with the process!
I have an undergraduate in Computer Engineering and a Masters in Multimedia + Some certificates from IDF, and companies are surprised I am applying without a graphic design degree?? Really bummed out that most job openings in my country are looking for graphic designers when they say they are looking for a UI/UX designer.
@@brasscross5476 maybe you could look online jobs or mentorship like adplist or careerfoundry... Maybe a small Graphic design course like in edx... Who knows.... There is Ux designer from europe, eva kuttichova in youtube and she doesnt have much studies
@@kolacao8134 Thanks for the tips, I'm currently going through a couple of IDFx courses, really like the content on that platform, check it out if you don't already don't about it
as a startup co-founder this is a tricky topic. We have developers and a frontend/fullstack developer with experience in design but we would love to have a dedicated 20h ux colleague or something. the bootcamp academies try really hard to get their applicants get a job after the boot camp. unfortunately these people seem to lack so much in just practical experience in projects etc. it just feels really hard to hire such a person at our stage of the startup. I really hope these people are super motivated about ux/ui and don't just make the bootcamp because they are looking for a job. I wonder if this will flood the market and change this entire ux/job industry... i wish there were some kind of longer bootcamps or bootcamps that keep you learning while you have your job (maybe part-time)
I absolutely hear you on not wanting to hire a designer without practical experience. I imagine it is tough from a hiring perspective, because as you mentioned, there are a lot of aspiring UXers that want to get into the industry simply because they heard it's 'easy', not because they have an intrinsic interest in it. Makes it more difficult for us designers that are actually interested and want to continuously grow and evolve within the industry.
I'm also a UI/UX designer and have completed about 1500+ Projects. Love your videos. Interested to have a session with you as I'm really inspired by your videos.
@@jansleyreal 1500+ Solely From a Single Fiverr Account! Have done much more than that But still not able to brand myself personally. I would love to have a zoom meeting with you to discuss new opportunities to collaborate on. I do have started an agency as well. Let me know if you want to join me on that. Long story Short. I want your confidence, Personal Branding, I'll give you my skills and drive revenue. Win- Win for both of us.
Thank you for continually updating us! After watching your videos, I actually decided to start ux at avocademy. I’m waiting for the day I see you in the #wins slack channel! You’ve got this.
Exercise science degree… can’t really do much with that. 😂😂😂😂 Been saying that for a long time. Haha. FYI, I also received a BS in Exercise science. Worked many years in different PT clinics but didn’t get to the point of graduate school. I found an interest in web design early on and the rest is history. I’ve been working as a UX designer for the last 4+ years. Let’s connect. Would love to share experiences
Projects and portfolio are the most important things when it comes to getting a job wven getting some experience by doing some free freelance work just for experience to show your abilities with actual work will help alot
The market became very saturated. Everybody is a ux designer now people from every field is getting into ux, doesn't matter if they know how to work or understand what ux is and now to validate companies are preferring candidates with super high experience level maybe for a beginner role they're asking for 6-7 yrs of exp.
Im in Avocademy rn. I really hope you get a job. can you also go through the Career Jumpstart program? how are you able to balance a full time job with the jumpstart program?
I really hope you get a job too! I made a video talking about CJ if that's what you're interested in, I believe it's the thumbnail that shows up at the end of this video. I have an upcoming video about how I balance CJ with a full time job 🤫
Appreciate your down to earth honesty I’ve been talking to the same Academy, amongst many others. I feel the same like all of the camps are just taking advantage of desperate people like us. But I would like to know what he chose that academy over the others? Thank you
Hey, thanks for watching! To clarify, I wouldn't go so far as to say they're taking advantage of us. There are plenty of people who have gotten jobs as a result of these bootcamps. I chose Avocademy mainly because of price and the fact that Maca, the founder, seemed genuine and authentic. That was about it, honestly.
Thank you for being so honest! I’ve been thinking a lot about joining a boot camp but like you said a big issue is that all portfolios are starting to look the same. If joined a boot camp, how would I be able to make my portfolio stand out?
Hey Stephanie, thanks for watching! I think to make a portfolio stand you have to have 1) good case studies showing polished UI, and 2) something that shows off who you are as a person. This can vary on what you're comfortable with, but for me, I have a 30 sec video intro on my portfolio just so people can see how I communicate and get a rough sense of my vibe. I have no evidence that #2 works, but it's something that makes sense in my head.
as someone who has now been in the field for almost a yr and a half, i personally have lost the drive and passion and have reconsidered, not sure if its the company or just the field in general. If you want to be creative, UX is not really for you. unless youre at a small start up then maybe but with bigger companies, there is no creativity
That's awesome that you're thinking about it! I think it depends on why you want to pursue it? If you don't have an intrinsic interest in it, it may not be the best long-term decision.
@@jansleyreal I've actually been watching your other videos and catching up with your story in more detail. Keep pushing! Getting good at UX and getting hired in UX are definitely not easy, I've come to learn. Unfortunately, the program I'm in is pretty disappointing. It's Berkeley's Extension School. It consists of eight 10 week classes worth two credits. Unfortunately none of the credits articulate to a master's. The program was designed around 2018 and hasn't been updated. The professors don't communicate with each other. And I found all eight classes have a similar structure of creating and end-to-end project. There is slightly more emphasis in each project for the portion of the project related to the class subject, IE research, prototyping, UI, etc. But because of obvious constraints none of the projects are very deep in any subject or of a high quality. I think it would have been much better to have one or two projects done throughout the year with each class being a portion of the project(s). In the end I feel like I've done 8 into to UX classes. Now I've got to continue pushing to develope skills in my own, much like you. I'll get there but I've got a lot of practice to do actually master any of the elements of UX or UI.
How many hours per week do you put in? I have a full time job and other things I’m pursuing and I would like to know if 20 - 25 hours per week is enough
hey! do you have a portfolio? I found my first job after I had 3 solid works in my portfolio. They where more on the UI side, but that is what they are looking in a junior designer mostly
@@jansleyreal my first job was in a startup a few years ago, it was all in one in terms of my responsibilities, but they picked me because of my UI skills. It was a hard but interesting beginning I would say
I studied UX on a graduate level for 2 years and have been job hunting for a full-time position for 8 months. I hate how some of the skills required for the job application are very different than the skills required for the role itself, so people who worked on their portfolios and self-branding before they even understand how to do the job properly have the upper hand. Honestly I feel like a lot of people who successfully found UX jobs are just really successful at being LinkedIn influencers. By the way, doing UX (hence a ton of work in front of the computer) has given me so much muscular pain that I've been going to physiotherapy for more than a year. I'm actually very grateful for physiotherapists.
Yeah, I could imagine that's frustrating. Persistence always wins though, you'll get a full-time role soon! I'm glad physio has helped you, I actually thought about doing a posture video since I know a lot of people have pain resulting from that.
Yeah there was one that worked in retail and changed to Ux making networking and is doing a podcast and no for those trying to enter the field... In linkedin. She was from canada and got her first job in Ux in an embassy
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Great video Jansley! Please do not send 160 applications a week. Whoever told you to do that is a nut job. Sorry for the language 😂
That time is better spent building quality into your portfolio, refining your UI polish and case studies.
Whoa Mizko, this is an unexpected surprise haha. Thanks for dropping by and I appreciate your candor! Yeah, the bootcamp I'm in recommends 160 applications per month, not per week, so it's a little more reasonable. But I see your point though! Keep up the awesome videos and courses 🙌
I don't agree with it. Not many employers can tell what's good and what' bad UX(TRUST ME). Getting yourself exposed to as many employers as possible is the key. Of course, sometimes there are a handful number of companies who could tell good UX portfolio but it's really rare. I could easily get my first UX job not because my portfolio was so awesome but I was exposed to a ton of companies. People easily tend to believe what they have achieved is thanks to their greatness but rather it's largely thanks to luck(or probability). Why? because it boosts EGO.
@@soonkpaik2037 Exactly, most of what you see in UX portfolios is just copy and paste from other designers. Focusing on polish just makes things look pretty, vs something that is functional. Networking is the key. The main problem with ux now is the companies not knowing what they're looking for. They expect a UX designer to be a computer science degree skilled in front end development while also being a graphic designer. In reality, companies are only hiring for senior roles because they will have those designers doing more than just ux.
Do both 📍
Hi Brother, long time no see.
Thanks for sharing. I have been doing interviews with UX Designers Candidates. There is a lot of folks with great portfolios and resumes. There's a lot of competition, what made any UX Designer stand out 3 years ago is more common across-the-board. What's making candidates stand out more for me personally are the following; based on my past 2 weeks of interviewing: 1. Communication Skills 2. Ability to talk numbers and negotiating design solutions with stakeholders 3. Not being a YES person, question why and ability to push back and stand up for users. 4. Enjoying with working with product owners, team collaboration. I often hear people saying they just want to spend time wireframing and left alone designing in Figma... NO, not good, UX is about team collaboration, facilitation, and enjoying to work with people. Mostly problem solving and curiosity. Figma skills and UI can be learned and it's a must no matter what, design won't make you stand out on its own.
Enok I can't tell you how much I enjoy hearing that communication is one of the things that stands out to you! To me, communication and presenting are my biggest strengths, and I was worried emphasizing that too much in an interview wouldn't hold much weight. But you are making me think differently. Thank you!
thank you for the insight!
How beneficial is a bachelor's degree in digital marketing to a UX design cert? I just graduated and was thinking about getting my UX cert to go with my degree
@@Ihate_bills depends on the company hiring.. It does help to establish education. Also not having a cert will not stop me from wanting to interview you if your portfolio and projects speak for themselves.. meaning that I look for skill not a piece of paper that tells me you have good memory and passed an exam. That's just me, others have different opinions and of course depends on the company's requirements.
@@Ihate_bills hey, I got me the Nielsen Norman Certification while in my current UX job about 2 years ago, the company paid for my training.. but I didn't have the paper to land the job. I got in through a web development position and that's how I transitioned to UI and then UX.
I appreciate your honesty and vulnerability. I got hooked on the way people glamorized tech in the pandemic. I started by teaming the self-taught route for a few months and then enrolled to Avocademy. It has taken me a year to land my first UX design job. I didn’t do the 160 applications a month when I got to the job search phase in CJ, I focused on intention and quality rather than quantity. I know that may not be the best way to go for everyone but I am very happy with the role I have secured. Best of luck!
I'm glad you liked the honesty! I'm so happy you got a role you enjoy Sofia! Can't wait to eventually accept an offer 😁
I decided to get into UX/UI last Sunday. Your video is sooooo authentic. It inspires me to take it easy. I'm a little overwhelmed by all the info out there and the "get your first UX job in 3 months" content. This was a breath of fresh air! Thanks :) Keep going, you're great!
Thanks so much Melina! My goal was to give an honest yet optimistic outlook on my journey so far. I wish you the best on your UX quest!
Its a brutal honest video Jansley. Its important to show a real ground reality, its not an easy journey which most of the RUclips gurus fail to explain.
Thank you, that's what I tried to convey in this video! I try to be honest yet stay optimistic :)
Never give up. The market at the moment isn't that easy to get in, I've been unemployed for almost one year fighting against everyone being laid off from big tech. Been tough, but we can't give up!
Yeah I bet the market is tough right now, sorry to hear about your situation. Failure is not an option, we keep pushing forward!
That sucks! Are you concerned about what AI will do to this profession over time?
Junior UX Designers are having such a hard time right now landing their first UX job. I like that you made this video showing how it's going for you.
I've been working in UX for a bit now and recently went through the process of hiring for a UX role and it taught me a lot as well!
I would be curious to know a couple things it taught you!
Thank you for being so candid ❤ It’s easy to find the “shiny happy people” testimonials for programs, but they glaze over the real life experience. 🙏🏻
You're welcome Stephanie! I think it's important to see both sides, not everything will be sunshine and kisses. But some days are!
I’m struggling to find an internship. I have one more year in school but I wanted to get a job before I graduate (it was my one of my goal). Hearing from you, I guess I’m not the only one from this journey. Keep it up! You are truly inspiring and healing
If you have a year before you graduate, you have plenty of time to find an internship. Just keep searching and applying, as well as bettering your skills, and good things will come. I appreciate your kind words, I wish you the best on your quest!
This was so refreshing to hear! I went the bootcamp route and graduated last month. A lot of my cohort completed their portfolios before graduating and had already applied for positions, but I didn't feel comfortable rushing into the job search. I want to make sure that what I'm sending to recruiters is good quality work that demonstrates my skills and knowledge so that I am taken seriously. So, I'm happily taking my time and taking every day one step at a time. I wish you the best of luck!
I like your approach, and I think employers will be able to see that higher quality you're taking to polishing your portfolio. I wish you the best in getting the job you love!
Most employers won’t even look at your portfolio in detail if you’re applying as a junior, all they want to know is if you understand the basics, know the software and if you’re trainable
Oh man, you touched the gold topic here. I've been learning about UX for over a year now. I also know that this is the job I want to have but it's not really that easy to become one of them that quick. People that have been making the videos that they've made it into the industry within 3 months for me is just clickbaiting - they have some sort of graphic design degree or already had a job in IT so it was easier for them.
From september 2022 until June 2023 I'm in UX/UI course (web designer as you can say), quit my job in september to focus on learning and there's so much stuff to learn like I don't know how people can do it in such a short time. Now as my finals I need to make a portfolio and a website for a client (even have 2 clients so some real projects i can take to my portfolio) and I'm streesed as hell to make it the best I can to make it into the industry. Also I'm totally not related to IT I've been working in logistics for 4 years and it's really really hard for someone not related with UX/graphics to make it into.
Wish you the best in making it into the UX and never give up! Good things come with time!
That's true Derek, a lot of UX designers who get into the field quickly have some sort of related design background. Everyone's journey is different, and I wish you the best with your UX quest!
Thank you for your honesty! I’ve been watching your videos since just before starting the program and I can say they’ve helped me manage expectations and stay afloat. In a sense, you’ve been a wing in my flight/journey. You’re doing a fantastic job, keeping it real and I am so grateful for that. No doubt greater things will come for you soon! Cheers! -c
You are so welcome, I'm glad they've been helpful for you! Great things will come for you too, keep pushing and never give up!
Took me 15 years of being hired as a designer and being asked to develop code while advocating for User Experience to land a job title of Head of UX. Young people have it easy to jump into this field in months. 1-6 months is a dream compared to fighting for its importance over the past 15 years. Know this... UX is a daily struggle to prove the value of the skillset. Has little to do with portfolio work. That's just for the interview then it all gets thrown out the window when business stakeholders weight in.
I appreciate your wisdom on this, thank you!
This is a very honest video that most people on RUclips who have broken into the industry at the right time don’t discuss. I’ve been a designer and have been doing Ux and UI for many years without having the official title and it’s still really difficult to find a job right now. Seems like there’s only lead and principle design jobs available.
Keep practicing and try not to get down by how tough it is.
Optimistic honesty was definitely what I was going for in this video, I'm glad it resonated with you! You're right, most jobs want lead and senior level UX designers it seems look. There's still opportunities for juniors though! I know we will get in, it's just a matter of when :)
Thank you so much for sharing. I'm really just starting the process of learning UX design and I've felt that rush on RUclips of wanting get anything out there. However, you reminded me that there has to be a true desire and joy to working a job or you won't stay in it long. I'm doing my best to just flow with the process and experiment as a learn. So thank you for your insight ☺
Yes Ekua, just enjoy the process! As long as you are persistent, it's almost impossible not to win. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for being open and authentic. The world definitely needs more videos like this and people like you. Wish you the best in anything you do in life.
Oh my goodness, no one has ever donated before, thank you so much! I really appreciate you :)
@@jansleyreal wahoo glad I can be the first 😆
This is real and I appreciate you being honest. I am on the fence about getting into UX, and I have seen those videos where others are saying how quickly they got in. Good luck in your journey.
No problem Ebedmelech! I think an important question worth asking is why you want to get into UX, and reflect on the deeper reasons of that question. If you find there are no deeper reasons, it may not be a good choice.
Hi!
I've been doing my research about going into UX/UI and came across your videos. I also have no experience and I value your vulnerability and honesty so much. Thank you.
Glad you liked it Leslie! If you decide to get into UX, I wish you the best! 🙌
Thank you for being so honest🙏 wish you all the best and good luck with you first UX job! I’m sure you gonna make it and we will see you next video about you job offer💪
Thank you so much Alena! I'm manifesting that job offer, it's coming soon 🙌
As a physical therapist finishing a UX boot camp, I can relate with these thoughts and fears! I’m definitely anxious to start job hunting. Thank you for your honesty about the process
Whoa another PT, that's awesome Emily! I wish you the best applying to jobs, we'll get there! 🙌
I really appreciate a fresh perspective on getting into UX and thank you for being so honest.. I feel that the expectations of getting into UX is blown way out of proportion by everyone.. It definitely has its pros and cons and that we basically cannot be whimsical in switching careers and that more research and introspection is required… I would agree with your perspective in this as an entry level ux designer myself… Thank you again and best of luck🙂🤝
Thank you for sharing this Ally! I'm happy I could give a different insight to what a lot of others provide on YT.
you're very well spoken, I think you'll easily land a job. 90% of the job is communicating effectively with others and it's a pleasure listening to how you talk
That is very nice of you, thank you! I honestly think youtube has helped me become a better communicator 😁
I came across your video by chance but pleasantly surprised that you also took Avocademy, I took the foundations course and finished last October but have yet to move forward mostly due to fear of all the layoffs as well as just my own self doubt. Thank you for your honestly and sharing your journey, its good to know there are others with similar feelings. I'm sure you will land an amazing UX job in no time!
Don't let fear or doubt hold you back Karla, even with the layoffs, it's worth putting your name out there. The universe works in peculiar ways, and sometimes that can be to our benefit :)
Man, I love this video. I had been tossing around the idea of doing this same thing; making a video about someone who's been pursuing a role within UX who still doesn't have a job in it (on a year and 3 months hunting so far). This is a refreshing outlook vs the rat race of people who speak of landing jobs in a few months. This gives so much realism in that sometimes the journey may take 6 months+, but if you're determined and enjoy what you learn/do, you'll get there eventually. Good luck man!
Yeah man, if it speaks to you, make a video about it! It's almost therapeutic in a way haha. But yes that's exactly what I tried to do, just offer a differing perspective vs the 'ux in 3 months' people. Also wishing you the best on your UX quest!
@@jansleyreal man I had to revisit your video to say that after a year and 10 months in total, I finally landed an offer for my first role as an Associate UX/UI Designer (and I made that video just like I said I was gonna do when I was still struggling to land a job in this field months ago). Thank you again for this honest perspective to begin with and I hope your journey in UX is going well!
It’s really nice just to see an honest conversation about a newbie trying to get into this career in 2023.l, after ux design has become well known and popular. Looking forward to seeing where your journey takes you.
Thanks so much, just trying to offer my honest take on it!
Hi Jansley, thank you for sharing your story, experience, and journey so far.
It's "interesting times" for the UX world these days....the hype around the career is finally dying down, UX is not as foreign as it used to be, there's too many bootcamps/students, companies are not willing to invest into junior-positions, and some of them are still struggling to adapt UX into their tech teams, etc.
With so much going...keep taking small steps, network like crazy, and don't be afraid to get as much feedback as possible. Hang in there and fight on. And feel free to reach out, would love to help in any way. Best of luck!
Hey Wesley, I appreciate your thoughtful response! Will definitely take your advice and continue taking small steps and networking! Thank you for the videos you make on your channel!
Candid, informative and succinct.
Your path is one that parallels with mine although, you seem much more effective in walking it than I walk mine. ~inspiring.
This is the first video of yours for me. I've liked and subscribed. I will study your youtube channel. I'm sure to see my own direction more clearly by following your journey.
Cheers from a future ux designer.
~An American in Korea 🇰🇷
Thank you, I appreciate this! I wish you the best in your UX journey :)
man this just hit me at the right moment, good advice dude
Thanks Cristian, I appreciate the support!
I spent 3 years at a University studying Interaction Design receiving a Bachelor Degree and this was 16 years ago. When I finished I had a real hard time finding anything. Mostly because I lived in a region where it was not a common occupation. I then took another job as a salesman and later senior salesman… THEN a job offering fell from the sky and I seized the opportunity. I have now been working with UI/UX for 6 years.
I'm glad you finally made it in a UI/UX role!
You have voiced all of my concerns. It's refreshing to hear that I'm not the only one who feels and thinks the same as I am trying to finish my boot camp. I even contemplated if I made the right decision because everyone else seems to already have some design experience so seeing everyone's portfolio I wondered how will I stick out and get my foot in the door.
As long as you enjoy what you are learning and doing Odella, then I think you have made the right choice! And maybe try documenting your progress :)
I really appreciate the videos ,they have been pushing me slowly to keep going and not give up🙌🏽🙂
You got this, never give up! You only fail if you quit, that's what I keep telling myself 😀
Appreciate all of your videos-- I wish you all the best! :)
Thank you, I appreciate that! You too Joy!
Hi Jansley, and to everyone who is trying to pursue a career in UX design.
It takes time to build a proper foundation in UX Design. I switched my career to UX Designer 3 years back. All these 3 years I was constantly learning , taking up good short term courses from Universities (try going for good colleges or universities) , what they teach in bootcamps is not sufficient and a waste of money, rather save up that money and invest in a course by universities. And trust me even after 3 years , I am still making mistakes, some projects were really successful and some really failed. So have a little bit more patience. Also its very import to find out what u good at , and look for jobs that needs someone with those skills. UX Design is vast , so if u master 3/4 skills within UX design , u will attest find an entry level job.
Good Luck Everyone
Have a great day!
Really appreciate you taking the time to write this out! I'm definitely learning that it takes WAY longer than 6 months to get good at doing UX, at least with respect to also balancing a full time job.
Many have a similar but unique journey… this was so identifiable.
So true Tommy, I think it's important for people to bring out their uniqueness :)
You could review portfolios or interview UX designers in your channel to build your name and network. You could also work as a freelancer via RUclips while waiting for a job offer. I wish you all the best!
Thanks for the suggestion Maureen! I don't think I really have the authority to review people's portfolios at this point haha. But I do like the interview idea 🤔
I relate to everything you are saying! I hope everyone can be happy doing the jobs they are doing. I feel as adults, it is the hardest thing to achieve :( .
Thank you! If there is one thing I learned along my self development journey, is that happiness is a choice. I get to decide to be happy, here and now. Even if I don't love my job, I can still choose to be happy while I transition into another. :)
Really love your videos. I personally would love to make the first step. I am still trying to learn more about it (pros &cons) but I do have a fear of not finding the job at the end or even AI taking over the big part of the processes UX designers do now - which maybe means even less need for UX designers.
I personally don’t care so much for the money but more to find something I wake up excited to do.
Thank you so much! AI doesn't have to always be negative though. It can be used as a tool to make our job easier. There will always be a need for human connection in product design. Just remember, if you go for it, you'll be glad you did even if it doesn't work out. If you don't even try, you will be plagued with "what if", which is a feeling I don't want anyone to have :)
Hey, man! I genuinely wish you the best of luck! You WILL get there! I’m actually 2 years into my coding journey, and while I don’t know if I’d say I’m quite "there" yet, I’d probably say I’m on the doorstep or maybe the lobby of the fancy apartment building. The proverbial "man at the door" has allowed me to walk into the building, serve myself some coffee, and sit at the couch by the front desk as I wait for someone to let me into their apartment. hahaha (I promise to never make an analogy like that again lol)
I started learning how to code at age 35 after my son was born. We were fortunate enough to afford for me to be a stay-at-home dad, so I didn’t have a job to worry about, but it was still difficult to balance taking care of a baby and teaching myself to code (I did do a little formal schooling in computer programming at the local state college, but the program wasn’t great, and it sure as hell didn’t teach me how to code. I had to do that on my own).
I decided to just work on projects that brought me enjoyment, so I just built little language related projects for my Louisiana French and Creole community.
I’m 2 years into my web development journey, and although I don’t have a steady income yet, I now have a decent amount of marketable skills and have started more seriously applying for jobs in the industry.
I wanted to say, though, that I don’t know if the "numbers game" approach is the best approach. In my limited experience, every web dev gig I’ve gotten in the last couple years has been through someone in my own network, whether it be a friend or colleague of a friend, and soon, I’ll be interviewing for a contracted position where, if I got the job, I’d be working under a colleague of 8 of my friends at a university in Louisiana. I really want the job, but if I don’t get it, just the fact that I was even contacted for an interview shows me the power of utilizing one’s network.
Also, whoever is reading this…DO NOT get discouraged by the people on RUclips who claim they got a job in tech within 3-6 months. If those people are being 100% honest, they’re the exception, not the rule. But often, they aren’t being entirely truthful about what they knew before they started more seriously learning how to code, or they had a connection in the industry who gave them a chance.
This stuff takes time to learn, especially if you’re older like me, and if you have a family to take care of, it could take even longer. Give yourself time, and go easy on yourself.
I appreciate this really thoughtful response! I like your analogy, don't apologize for it. I applaud you for making a career change at 35, that's a big move, especially with having a child. You should be very proud of your accomplishments, because not many people have the tenacity to pursue that. Thanks for your insights!
Oh man !! Thanks a lot for this video. I am at same situation as yours while watching this video. I am surprised by the videos where people say they got into UX in just 2/3 months. I have started learning UX Design since almost a year, practising/learning it daily. Haven't got a job yet. But I am hopeful that I deserve a good opportunity, only thing which is in my hand is to put in continue efforts. All the best to you too 💫
You have a great mindset, thanks for leaving a comment! I truly think consistency and skill development are the only 2 ingredients needed to succeed, and you seem to have both of those! I wish you the best :)
cool to hear someone actually tells the truth behind getting into tech industry (not only UX)
i keep my fingers crossed for you
i started my joruney with ux in 2021 and still don’t have full time design job
but i managed to get few clients as a freelancer because with no code tools, you can easily make your projects live (especially web projects)
maybe this could help you as well?
Oh that's awesome, picking up some freelance clients! How did you get your first client? It's definitely something I'm working on :)
@@jansleyreal well, my friend’s parents have restaurant and they had outdated website (not responsive, designed for 1024p). So I asked him if they want a new one and did it for free.
I just wanted to try how working with client look like.
For development I used Elementor (and learned how to use it working on this project).
Obviously, the website look like shit comparing to what I could deliver right now but at least it’s responsive 😅
Next client was friend of friend who knew that I made this website and it was my first commercial project.
Look for any local business that has outdated website and offer them new one.
Do it for free by without any deadline.
I suggest using Framer (newest no-code for designers)
Hope it can help you 😅
Ive had a similar journey to yours! Got my degree in Exercise Physiology and was expected to go to PT school but decided it wasn't a good fit for me. Thank you for giving your realistic perspective on this.
That's awesome that you came to realize that before taking the plunge to PT school. Are you going to pursue UX?
Thank you for sharing! This was such a nice, fresh and vulnerable POV. I’m currently in a UX class now and get discouraged but this video was very positive!
I'm glad you resonated with it! You got this Jen! Which UX class are you doing?
Totally relate to this. I've been having that feeling where it seems like I've been so focused on getting a UX job that I haven't really doing more to be better in UX. Finished the bootcamp in May 2022, started applying Sept 2022, 100+ applications, 70% rejection rate, just a handful of interviews and I still haven't landed a new job.. I realized it's just not sustainable and I need to do something different.
Now, I'm changing my approach. I'll focus on doing UX work instead to get better - through a combination of freelancing and volunteering. I'll focus on having real world experience working with people and developers/engineers. I'll focus on getting better at Figma. I'll focus on getting better at solving problems of the people I'm working with. Then I'll be better and in a better position to land that job I've been working hard for.
I think that's an awesome realization and approach you're now taking. Real projects has been the best way for me to improve at UX, so I think you'll gain a ton of value from that :)
Thanks for all your videos and transparency, I moved to US and im a chemical engineer but move to another career is my goal because I can't work in my career here and I don't have money for pay for the university
Glad you like the videos Karen! Are you planning on switching to UX, or not sure yet?
hey keep on. I was going through this rocky place as well. And its still difficult given the current situation on the market. But if you are creative and can think of some ways to stand out from the crowd, you'll receive the attention you deserve. I wish you all success and take care!
Are you still in this rocky place, or have you made it out? :) I wish you success as well, thank you!
im in your place exactly, except for the PT, i have thought and been thinking exactly how you were expressing. keep moving man. best of luck to you moving forward and growing
i appreciate that Cody! I wish you the best on your UX quest as well!
Super grateful for your honesty as someone who has just started the program, it has helped me manage my expectations a lot better because a lot of these videos are those, "I got into UX in 3 months!" Hoping for the best for you in your journey in finding a job in the industry.
Glad to help Zukhanye! How do you like the program so far?
@@jansleyreal I'm enjoying it a lot, I'm finding it quite interesting the deeper I dive into it. Hopefully I can keep at the pace that I'm learning at and finish the coursera program soon. Thanks for the response by the way, I'm trying my hardest to reach out to people who are also starting out so that I can at least feel like I'm building a community.
Thanks for you sharing thoughts! Fwiw, when I decided to transition into the UX world, it took me about year to get through all my learning (and navigating life) to finally land a job in the industry. Take care of yourself and continue on your path into UX!
Congrats on finally landing the job! How do you like it so far?
@@jansleyreal Nothing is perfect, but overall I've enjoyed my time working in UX! My favorite part is ideating and working with others to solve a problem together.
Some really deep and profound insight. People need to know the truth about career transition. Thanks for sharing
I appreciate the comment, thank you! I agree, there's a lot of bubble gum UX content, so I was aiming to provide an honest yet optimistic outlook :)
Nice to see a video about this topic. I understand the struggle.
After 13 years in the university teaching computer animation, I finally decided to career shift to UI/UX during pandemic attending online courses. I knew in my junior year back in college that I really like design than computer animation. The right opportunity came when I became part of the pioneer batch of UX+ University to finally navigate my career in UX Design. After 16 weeks in the bootcamp, I got lucky to land a job in a corporate company with various web product as a product designer. It didn't work out well after 7 months so I transferred to a startup company and now in my 8th month. The struggle is always there and some doubts if I really made the right choice of my second career but I am sure I don't want to go back to full-time teaching. I enjoy doing the work in UI/UX. Most of the time I just want to avoid the politics in work to better enjoy what I am doing.
Appreciate your thoughts on this John! What kinds of things made you doubt your switch to UX?
Hey Jansley, I found your channel after doing a review on Mizko's masterclass. I also happen to be an Avocademy student! (I'm in CJ now). Anyway, your videos definitely resonate and I've been really enjoying them. The documenting approach is super authentic and that's very refreshing (also wow, your audio and video production are clean!). Thank you for sharing your journey! I think I saw you were already hired on one of your thumbnails but I'll keep watching haha. Cheers man ✌🏼
Thanks for dropping by, glad you've been enjoying the videos so far Francisco! And thanks for the audio comment, I'm a music producer, so I always enjoy comments on my audio quality 😁 I am not hired as of yet, I had an interview, but ultimately did not get chosen. Have fun on your journey!
Hey man! Good video, keep it up. Here's a suggestion: Build a music blog where you can practice some UX skills. Hiring managers only want to see experience anyway, and this will give you something to show off!
Just a suggestion :)
Thanks Greg, that's an awesome idea! I'm currently working on a project at the moment, but I'm definitely gonna keep that on the back burner, I dig the concept of it!
The people getting into UX in 2 months are a product of the so-called "survivorship bias".
Meaning, 1) we pay more attention to the success stories and 2) much less of the "losers" who take longer are getting on RUclips to tell their stories.
Which overall gives the impression that the very successful are the norm, when really they are extreme outliers.
XO, someone who took 1 year to get into UX in 2020.
That is an excellent point, thank you for bringing that up! How do you like the field so far?
Thank you for sharing your journey and process in the most honest form. Its not easy to to show your vulnerability but it really does speak to many of us who can relate to your situation. I'm currently wrapping up my Foundations course and will decide if I want to continur Career Jumpstart. Good luck hope all your hard work pays off!
Thanks for the thoughtful comment Chris! I think being honest is best way to be when documenting my journey, so I try to express that in my videos. I wish you the best whether you pursue CJ or another path! :)
I'm currently working in surgery but I travel for my job. I'm tired of traveling, tired of the long nights away from home. The overall environment of being in a hospital is a lot. I'm thinking about switching careers into UX or web development. I'm so nervous and afraid to switch but excited too. I guess I'm just afraid I will fail or that it will be too hard. That leep into something you know nothing about is scary, but thank you for this video.
Yeah I did an internship in the hospital setting, I found it to be very stressful so I don't blame you. Nerves are normal, any important life choice has nerves associated with it. UX isn't hard to learn, but it's hard to get GOOD at. If you decide to go for it, I wish you the best!
Thank you for this video. I too went through Avocademy and I am on month 4 of applying. This has been the hardest thing that I've ever done. We will land something soon, stay strong :)
Damn right Desiree, we got this! 🙌
Hey hey!! I have been watching your videos while you were still in week 4 of avocademy bootcamp and followed your journey since then! I am currently in the same bootcamp as well and just about to wrap up the program! I love the real and raw videos of your feelings as well as unbiased thoughts regarding the program and what you are experiencing during this career transition. I totally relate to you when you said that finding UX and learning about it makes it easier as YOU CHOSE this path with your free will (agency) and following what you enjoy (I totally relate to this as I have been a nurse the last 7 years and had the similar mental frame --get the degree find the job--). JUST KNOW I AM ROOTING FOR YOU! thank you so so much for these videos, cannot wait to see you go even further and reach your goals! 👏👏👏💪💪💪
I really enjoyed reading this Hannah, it means so much that you've been following for so long! I just try to keep it real, a lot of people on YT hype up UX career transitions as easy peasy, but I think it's important to share the tougher times too. How is the bootcamp going for you?
@@jansleyreal The program is going well! I love the lifetime access we have cause learning a new skill even if its something I enjoy and love it still a learning curve. I currently feel like a fish swimming in a real big ocean of information ehehe. How is CJ going for you? It would be really cool to hear more about how you've been managing your time with work and CJ :)
Keep doing your videos! I absolutely love them and low key I feel like were friends now going through similar stages of transition. Bless your honesty my guy!
@@hannahbalde1279 Yeah there's a ton of info to learn haha! I did a video recently on how I juggle UX and work, not sure if you've seen it.
And yes, we are friends, Hannah! 🤗
So glad I came across your video. I was planning to apply to physical therapy school this upcoming summer but I have been having doubts on whether it is for me & I was interested in getting into UX. A lot to think about , thank you!
Oh wow, that's quite a decision you got Sara! This is just my opinion, but I think picking the one you think you have more fun doing and learning is the better move. Not sure what that would be for you, but hopefully that helps. Both are rewarding careers!
I really relate to your situation, very strongly. I myself felt like my decisions weren't actually mine. I studied architecture and after I graduated and worked for some years, it still didn't seem right for me. As you said, I did what was expected of me. And choosing UX felt like my honest decision.
Yes Valentina, I'm glad someone else relates to that bit! How far are you on your UX quest?
@Jansley don't forget that this is not the best period to find a job. I've seen job posts with 400 applicants in one day.. competition is challenging, as @Mizko said, focusing on the portfolio and experience is the key. Making youtube videos around UX does helps also...I am sure it is just a matter of time until you manifest this dream of yours.
I appreciate the comment Nicola! Part of me is grateful for it being a bad time to get a UX job. Because if I can get a job in the current landscape, then when it get's good again, I'll be much better prepared for any future opportunities. Either way, I'm just enjoying the process until I land a role :)
I understand exactly how you feel right now, I had the same experience when trying to get into UX. It was hard and it took me 9 months to finally land a job as a Junior Product Designer. Once you're in, things get better.
Keep studying and when your time comes, you'll rock it! :)
Do you work remotely?
9 months is a long time, I respect your persistence! How is your first job so far?
@@adriellymoreira2173 Yes, I do :)
@@jansleyreal The first experience wasn't that good, I started as the only designer at a startup and was quickly overwhelmed with all the other roles they were asking me to do (visual design, UX/UI, research, content, etc) without having someone to mentor me.
After a couple of months, I started job searching again and landed my second UX job, this time at a tech company with a UX team. Since then, things got better :)
@@ligia5418what’s your salary brother?
Hang in there. The last 4 months in tech have been pretty rough. There's way more talent on the market than before layoffs...
That makes sense Peter, seems like 10s of thousands of people have been laid off recently, if not more.
Been following this since I'm going through the same journey! Appreciate this vid. Let me know if you want to connect!
Oh nice, how far along are you? Would be happy to connect!
@@jansleyreal working on the second project now. I’m Reggie Biala on the slack channel or LinkedIn.
Same here. I'm trying to break into this field, so I spend 2 years to get a master's degree. I had a summer internship in a big tech company last year, but unfortunately I didn't get return because of the company hiring freeze. I have already hunt job for 7 month after last summer, but I get no offer either. The market sucks.
Sorry to hear that Kane, good things will come soon, we just have to be patient!
Great video Jansley. You’ve really brought in a great mix of the fun stuff of UX learning and journey and how it can be difficult to get one’s first job in today’s scenario. I really like your attitude towards it and it’s very encouraging. So thanks for this.
PS- I’m a 3D visualiser who’s looking to switch to UX and this video was nice and helpful.
Glad you enjoyed it! It's definitely not easy, but if you like it enough, it's worth the push! Wish you the best on your UX quest!
it's definitely hard out here. Im a designer with experience in graphic and web design but to crack into ux is like trying to win the lottery at the point. Its hard for everyone out here.
Yeah it's definitely difficult. I'm choosing to view it more as having enough persistence to get to the end result. Many people give up right before they get it. You (and I) shall persist!
The best way to kick off UX path is to build your own small product and have some users in it. It can really be a super niche thing. For example, as i understand you have a unique insight into medical world - use it for your advantage.
That's a great tip Aleksandr! Currently working on a project already, but doing something medical could be a good idea!
and the thing is that there is literally millions of medical personnel around the world. I bet at least 1000 of them would be really happy to try out your product.
Believe in yourself and never give up you only fail when you quit
So true, thank you for saying that!
loved this video thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching Yonas, I'm glad you liked it!
It’s been 10 months since I finished my ux masters and I’m still not working for a company and landed a job . I did however get a freelance work with a client but it’s been hard because the pay is very low for the hours I put . But this is how u have to hustle
Yeah it's definitely very competitive from what I've heard. Even if the pay is low, you'll get great experience from it!
Man I'm just starting my journey, was a graphic designer.... Don't know what future holds😊
The future is positive if you believe it to be positive! Wish you the best :)
Subbed! Great video, love the honesty! Keep up the great work bro!
Just trying to keep it real Seth, I'm grateful for the sub, thank you!
I enjoyed this video, Josh-- thank you again for the honesty!
I ended up enrolling for Avocademy (used your link) and started on Monday! As someone who tends to be a bit competitive, it was a little overwhelming to see where everyone is at in the program and not feel like I was behind. I had to remind myself that everyone has a different start date, learns at different paces, and to breathe. Today I finished Module 1 and had my first mentor session, I really appreciate your videos because they've helped me to have realistic expectations and know what step is coming my way next. I fully expect to get my butt kicked multiple times during this process but am ready to be grateful for it and take everything as a learning opportunity. Can't wait to see your post in the #wins channel :)
Let's goooo Tara! Happy you joined the journey to UX! I think you have the totally right mindset, everyone starts from 0.. all the people that are working on finishing their portfolios have put in MONTHS of work to get there.. the same MONTHS of work that you will spend yourself making an awesome portfolio of projects. Have fun with the process!
I have an undergraduate in Computer Engineering and a Masters in Multimedia + Some certificates from IDF, and companies are surprised I am applying without a graphic design degree?? Really bummed out that most job openings in my country are looking for graphic designers when they say they are looking for a UI/UX designer.
Yeah that sounds difficult. What country are you in?
@@jansleyreal Serbia, sorry about the rant, felt a bit frustrated after a job hunt 😅
@@brasscross5476 maybe you could look online jobs or mentorship like adplist or careerfoundry... Maybe a small Graphic design course like in edx... Who knows....
There is Ux designer from europe, eva kuttichova in youtube and she doesnt have much studies
@@kolacao8134 Thanks for the tips, I'm currently going through a couple of IDFx courses, really like the content on that platform, check it out if you don't already don't about it
Oh wow! I’m in respiratory, and thought I’d be doing this the rest of my life… but Ui/Ux Is piquing my interest
Be the architect of your life Theresa, you are not chained to any one profession 😀
as a startup co-founder this is a tricky topic. We have developers and a frontend/fullstack developer with experience in design but we would love to have a dedicated 20h ux colleague or something.
the bootcamp academies try really hard to get their applicants get a job after the boot camp. unfortunately these people seem to lack so much in just practical experience in projects etc. it just feels really hard to hire such a person at our stage of the startup. I really hope these people are super motivated about ux/ui and don't just make the bootcamp because they are looking for a job. I wonder if this will flood the market and change this entire ux/job industry...
i wish there were some kind of longer bootcamps or bootcamps that keep you learning while you have your job (maybe part-time)
I absolutely hear you on not wanting to hire a designer without practical experience. I imagine it is tough from a hiring perspective, because as you mentioned, there are a lot of aspiring UXers that want to get into the industry simply because they heard it's 'easy', not because they have an intrinsic interest in it. Makes it more difficult for us designers that are actually interested and want to continuously grow and evolve within the industry.
I'm also a UI/UX designer and have completed about 1500+ Projects. Love your videos. Interested to have a session with you as I'm really inspired by your videos.
1500 projects? 😲 How long have you been in the field? Are you all freelance?
@@jansleyreal 1500+ Solely From a Single Fiverr Account! Have done much more than that But still not able to brand myself personally. I would love to have a zoom meeting with you to discuss new opportunities to collaborate on. I do have started an agency as well. Let me know if you want to join me on that. Long story Short. I want your confidence, Personal Branding, I'll give you my skills and drive revenue. Win- Win for both of us.
I needed to hear this, in this moment
I'm glad it resonated with you Christian! Keep pushing on if you're looking to get into the industry!
Thank you for continually updating us! After watching your videos, I actually decided to start ux at avocademy. I’m waiting for the day I see you in the #wins slack channel! You’ve got this.
That is awesome, so glad to hear you've taken the leap into UX! Enjoy the journey! And yesss can't wait til I can post in the #wins channel 🙌
You just got a new subscriber!
Thanks Sylvester, I appreciate that! :)
My advice would be to keep the day job, for now. Have you thought about getting a recognised university education?
Oh I'm definitely keeping my day job. I have a doctorate degree already, so I definitely am not paying universities any more money lol.
I'm at this point right now, trying to get into UX almost like a couple of months ATM, we'll see...
I hope it works out great for you!
Thank you for your honesty
Absolutely, the truth matters most!
Exercise science degree… can’t really do much with that. 😂😂😂😂
Been saying that for a long time. Haha.
FYI, I also received a BS in Exercise science. Worked many years in different PT clinics but didn’t get to the point of graduate school.
I found an interest in web design early on and the rest is history. I’ve been working as a UX designer for the last 4+ years.
Let’s connect. Would love to share experiences
Oh wow you've taken quite a similar journey to me! I'm down to connect 🙌
Projects and portfolio are the most important things when it comes to getting a job wven getting some experience by doing some free freelance work just for experience to show your abilities with actual work will help alot
Funny you mention that, I'm actally delving into free freelance work at the moment!
The market became very saturated. Everybody is a ux designer now
people from every field is getting into ux, doesn't matter if they know how to work or understand what ux is
and now to validate companies are preferring candidates with super high experience level maybe for a beginner role they're asking for 6-7 yrs of exp.
You have a point Joydeep, lots of people are considering UX because its the "no-code" way to get into tech. Doesn't mean it's easy though!
Im in Avocademy rn. I really hope you get a job. can you also go through the Career Jumpstart program? how are you able to balance a full time job with the jumpstart program?
I really hope you get a job too! I made a video talking about CJ if that's what you're interested in, I believe it's the thumbnail that shows up at the end of this video. I have an upcoming video about how I balance CJ with a full time job 🤫
Appreciate your down to earth honesty I’ve been talking to the same Academy, amongst many others. I feel the same like all of the camps are just taking advantage of desperate people like us. But I would like to know what he chose that academy over the others? Thank you
Hey, thanks for watching! To clarify, I wouldn't go so far as to say they're taking advantage of us. There are plenty of people who have gotten jobs as a result of these bootcamps. I chose Avocademy mainly because of price and the fact that Maca, the founder, seemed genuine and authentic. That was about it, honestly.
Thank you for being so honest! I’ve been thinking a lot about joining a boot camp but like you said a big issue is that all portfolios are starting to look the same. If joined a boot camp, how would I be able to make my portfolio stand out?
Hey Stephanie, thanks for watching! I think to make a portfolio stand you have to have 1) good case studies showing polished UI, and 2) something that shows off who you are as a person. This can vary on what you're comfortable with, but for me, I have a 30 sec video intro on my portfolio just so people can see how I communicate and get a rough sense of my vibe. I have no evidence that #2 works, but it's something that makes sense in my head.
as someone who has now been in the field for almost a yr and a half, i personally have lost the drive and passion and have reconsidered, not sure if its the company or just the field in general. If you want to be creative, UX is not really for you. unless youre at a small start up then maybe but with bigger companies, there is no creativity
I'm sorry to hear that Lizz :( Perhaps it's like you said, maybe it's just the company, and it's time for a switch-up
Excellent perspective
Glad you enjoyed it, thank you! :)
best of luck!
Thank you, same to you Aghnia!
I’m in my 50s and wonder if I should bother pursuing this because of my age. There seems to be a lot of discrimination
That's awesome that you're thinking about it! I think it depends on why you want to pursue it? If you don't have an intrinsic interest in it, it may not be the best long-term decision.
This is how RUclips videos should be… authentic!
Thank you so much Peter! That's definitely my goal with this channel :)
Hey do you have an update? I'm 9 months into a 12 month ux program, so your story resonates with me.
9-10 months in, still searching for a job. Couple interviews here and there, but sparse. Wow! a 12 month UX program?? That sounds rigorous.
@@jansleyreal I've actually been watching your other videos and catching up with your story in more detail. Keep pushing! Getting good at UX and getting hired in UX are definitely not easy, I've come to learn.
Unfortunately, the program I'm in is pretty disappointing. It's Berkeley's Extension School. It consists of eight 10 week classes worth two credits. Unfortunately none of the credits articulate to a master's. The program was designed around 2018 and hasn't been updated. The professors don't communicate with each other. And I found all eight classes have a similar structure of creating and end-to-end project. There is slightly more emphasis in each project for the portion of the project related to the class subject, IE research, prototyping, UI, etc. But because of obvious constraints none of the projects are very deep in any subject or of a high quality. I think it would have been much better to have one or two projects done throughout the year with each class being a portion of the project(s). In the end I feel like I've done 8 into to UX classes.
Now I've got to continue pushing to develope skills in my own, much like you. I'll get there but I've got a lot of practice to do actually master any of the elements of UX or UI.
Hi. I’m also a PT going thru Google UX Course right now. You make really good videos! Can I make a suggestion?
How many hours per week do you put in? I have a full time job and other things I’m pursuing and I would like to know if 20 - 25 hours per week is enough
I put in about 15-20 per week, so if you can dedicate 20-25, you'll be solid!
@@jansleyreal Great to know thank you
hey! do you have a portfolio? I found my first job after I had 3 solid works in my portfolio. They where more on the UI side, but that is what they are looking in a junior designer mostly
Yes I do, and it has 3 projects in it! I'm about to start another project. Congrats on your UI job, that's fantastic! How do you like it?
@@jansleyreal my first job was in a startup a few years ago, it was all in one in terms of my responsibilities, but they picked me because of my UI skills. It was a hard but interesting beginning I would say
I studied UX on a graduate level for 2 years and have been job hunting for a full-time position for 8 months. I hate how some of the skills required for the job application are very different than the skills required for the role itself, so people who worked on their portfolios and self-branding before they even understand how to do the job properly have the upper hand. Honestly I feel like a lot of people who successfully found UX jobs are just really successful at being LinkedIn influencers.
By the way, doing UX (hence a ton of work in front of the computer) has given me so much muscular pain that I've been going to physiotherapy for more than a year. I'm actually very grateful for physiotherapists.
Yeah, I could imagine that's frustrating. Persistence always wins though, you'll get a full-time role soon! I'm glad physio has helped you, I actually thought about doing a posture video since I know a lot of people have pain resulting from that.
Yeah there was one that worked in retail and changed to Ux making networking and is doing a podcast and no for those trying to enter the field... In linkedin.
She was from canada and got her first job in Ux in an embassy
You got this
Thank you Tyler!