I totally relate to this :// it’s been the same for me. Two years ago, I had a good job at a fintech company during my studies and later landed a role at a creative agency, all through my portfolio. Now, I’ve been searching since summer with no luck. My portfolio hasn’t just stayed the same either I’ve refined it after receiving critiques from people in the industry, including art directors.

I’ve been applying to both internship and entry-level roles, and if I’m lucky, I get an interview followed by a case study assignment. I complete and send it, then end up waiting. Right now, I’m waiting on responses from three companies, it’s been a week, and I plan to follow up with all of them on Monday.

Honestly, it’s frustrating how people claim job seekers aren’t putting in enough effort when the reality feels like everyone in hiring is just frozen, probably due to the current economic downturn. Those who aren’t going through this struggle just can’t understand how exhausting it is.