Career Services + Job Search Toolkit
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Career Services + Job Search Toolkit
Your LCAD connection continues beyond graduation. We’re here to help you navigate what comes next.
Whether you’re searching for your first creative role, exploring a career change, refining your portfolio, or simply wondering where to start, LCAD is here to support you. We’ve partnered across Alumni Relations and Career Services to create resources designed specifically to help LCAD alumni move forward with confidence.
Explore the tools below, connect with our team, and take advantage of the career support available to you as an LCAD alum.
Meet the Team Behind Your Support
Whether you need help finding a resource, making a connection, or working through a specific career question, we’re here to help.
Priya Richard
Alumni + Donor Relations Manager
Your connection to LCAD Alumni Relations
Priya works with LCAD alumni to build meaningful connections between graduates and the college. In her role, she develops alumni programming, resources, networking opportunities, mentorship initiatives, and ways for alumni to remain connected to the LCAD community throughout their careers.
Have a question about alumni resources, connections, opportunities, or where to start? Priya is here to help.
Contact Priya:
prichard@lcad.edu
Nikkia Pannell
Director of Career Services
Your career support at LCAD
Nikkia works directly with students and alumni to support career development, professional growth, and the transition from education into the creative workforce. Through individualized guidance and career resources, she can help you navigate your job search and prepare for your next opportunity.
Looking for one-on-one career guidance, coaching, or help with your job search? Schedule time with Nikkia. You can also reach Nikkia through email at npannell@lcad.edu.
Not sure who to contact? Start with Priya Richard.
Your Career Toolkit
We’ve gathered practical resources to help you navigate the creative job search – from building your résumé to networking, interviewing, and presenting yourself professionally.
Use these resources at any stage of your career, whether you’re actively job searching or simply preparing for what’s next.
Build Your Application
Résumé Guide
Create a clear, professional résumé that highlights your experience, skills, education, and creative strengths.
Creative Résumé
Explore a résumé format designed with creative professionals and visual presentation in mind.
Cover Letter + Email Inquiry
Learn how to introduce yourself professionally and tailor your message when reaching out about an opportunity.
Build Your Professional Presence
Networking + Email Templates
Not sure what to say when reaching out to an alum, employer, creative professional, or potential collaborator? Start here.
LinkedIn Profile Checklist
Use this checklist to strengthen your LinkedIn presence and make sure your profile reflects your professional goals and experience.
Prepare for the Conversation
Interview Preparation Guide
Prepare for interviews with guidance on researching employers, answering common questions, discussing your work, and presenting yourself with confidence.
Looking for Your Next Opportunity?
LCAD alumni have access to the LCAD Job Board, where you can find employment, internship, freelance, and other creative opportunities.
Employer + Job Posting Information
Please reach out to our Director of Career Services, Nikkia Pannell, with any inquiries/opportunities at npannell@lcad.edu.
You Don’t Have to Navigate It Alone
Sometimes the hardest part of a job search is knowing where to start.
If you have a question that isn’t answered here, reach out. Whether you need help finding the right resource, connecting with someone in the LCAD community, or getting started with your career search, we’re here to help.
Once you’re part of LCAD, you’re always part of LCAD.