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ANIMATION HAPPY HOUR IS A MONTHLY PODCAST HOSTED BY THREE FEATURE FILM ANIMATORS. OUR PODCAST MISSION IS TO PROVIDE PRACTICAL ADVICE FOR STUDENTS, JOB-SEEKERS, AND ANIMATION ENTHUSIASTS ON HOW TO BREAK INTO ALL ASPECTS OF THE ANIMATION INDUSTRY.

Episode 14 - Top 10 Tips for Your First Job

Episode 14 - Top 10 Tips for Your First Job

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Are you nervous about transitioning from school to the professional world? do you feel overwhelmed or confused when you hear words like 401k, contracts, benefits, etc? are you nervous about not landing your dream job right out of school, or possibly being exposed to a toxic work environment? if any of this feels familiar, this next episode is for you!


EPISODE OUTLINE

1) 0:08:17 take your job seriously even if it’s just a stepping stone

2) 0:14:57 Practicalities: 401K, Taxes, W2, etc.

3) 0:20:55 Work Is Not College 2.0!

4) 0:33:13 Be Genuine

5) 0:40:52 Be Humble Stay Humble

6) 0:56:00 Ask Questions, Communicate, and Take Responsibility

7) 1:12:26 Manage Your Expectations

8) 1:27:20 Remote Meeting Etiquette

9) 1:34:14 Strive for Most Improved Player

10) 1:40:52 You Do Not Have to Tolerate a Toxic Work Environment

11) 1:48:40 Honorable Mentions

12) 1:53:55 Tip Jar

Episode 15 - What Level Animator Are You?

Episode 15 - What Level Animator Are You?

Episode 13 - Work Life Balance

Episode 13 - Work Life Balance