Even the most talented artists in the world still need to look for work!

Professional illustrator Will Terry shares his strategies for how to go about that whole awkward, uncomfortable job search ordeal. One topic we will for sure cover - concrete ways to build your contact list. 

Also, you can check out Part Two of this topic on Will’s YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/CLBfBwwxXRo

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About the Instructor

Illustrator Will Terry

Will Terry has been a freelance illustrator for 26 years. He got his start working for magazines and newspapers in the Washington D.C. area. His early clients include publications such as Time, Money, WSJ and ads for Sprint, Pizza Hut, Fed Ex, and Master Card. He has illustrated about 30 children’s books for a number of publishers, including Random House, Simon & Schuster, Scholastic, and Penguin. When he's not mountain biking, hiking, or snowboarding he works out of the svslearn.com office in Provo Utah. 

Course curriculum

    1. How to get Freelance Work

About this course

  • 1 lesson
  • 1.5 hours of video content

Reviews

5 star rating

Mail & Tweet Editors and Art Directors to solicit ill...

Diane Gronas

Terrific discussion about printing postcards, where to look for addresses to build a mailing list, and how often to mail them. The purpose and life of the po...

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Terrific discussion about printing postcards, where to look for addresses to build a mailing list, and how often to mail them. The purpose and life of the postcard is explored along with it's ability to plant seeds that may sprout years later. I liked hearing your thoughts about electronic mailing, promoting even if you have an art representative, and using postcards to possibly promote the publication of a book you wrote. So be viable, NEW & FRESH! Thanks Well Terry & Jake Parker.

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An other awesome video!

Anita Bagdi

Full with practical, useful stuff! I am a self taught illustrator so totally enjoying learning from these guys in my free time..I highly recommend this vide...

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Full with practical, useful stuff! I am a self taught illustrator so totally enjoying learning from these guys in my free time..I highly recommend this video if you are about to start your career as a freelancer.

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Bravo

Si Gross

This is really useful. Bravo. This has given me important knowledge on how to get my work seen by art buyers.

This is really useful. Bravo. This has given me important knowledge on how to get my work seen by art buyers.

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Enjoyed viewing “How to get Freelance Work”

Tani Gomez

Excellent information. Wish I had this kind of knowledge years ago.

Excellent information. Wish I had this kind of knowledge years ago.

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Great choice to start finding chances

Juan Pablo Pérez Vilchis

Just what I needed to start! Thanks a lot! You're awsome!

Just what I needed to start! Thanks a lot! You're awsome!

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Insightful and full of additional information

Hope Bryant

Although I needed a heavy dose of coffee this morning (not something I normally drink), I found the information within intriguing enough to keep me alert and...

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Although I needed a heavy dose of coffee this morning (not something I normally drink), I found the information within intriguing enough to keep me alert and wanting more. Do Not expect a short quick answer, as there are some personal stories in here as well. But for the price, there is value in what is offered herein. I highly recommend it. It's opened my eyes to possibilities and markets I hadn't known, or even thought to try. Thank you SVS.

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Open and Honest

First Last

This course really breaks the wall that a lot of young/new illustrators struggle with. It answers the question, "How do I get clients?". I can't wait to appl...

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This course really breaks the wall that a lot of young/new illustrators struggle with. It answers the question, "How do I get clients?". I can't wait to apply the techniques they mention.

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GOOD INFO

John Marcotte

I am trying to get some freelance work and a job. The information was good to know for trying to achieve a freelance gig or job.

I am trying to get some freelance work and a job. The information was good to know for trying to achieve a freelance gig or job.

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