## Breadcrumb 1. [Home](/index%2Ephp/) 2. [Student Services](/index%2Ephp/student-services) 3. [Centre For Emerging Artists and Designers](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers) 4. [Tools and Resources](/index%2Ephp/markdownify/node/433) ![Wooden hand with blue fabric at the middle finger and wrist.](/sites/default/files/styles/header_medium_desktop/public/2024-09/201203OcadStockWearableTech255.jpeg.webp?itok=Q33QEwEB) Explore - [Overview](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers) - [Career Development](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/career-development) - [Creative Entrepreneurship](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/creative-entrepreneurship) - [Experiential Learning](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/experiential-learning) - [Career Advising](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/career-advising) - [CEAD Events & Opportunities](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/career-development/cead-events-opportunities) - [Tools and Resources](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/tools-and-resources) - [Visit Our Centre](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/visit-our-centre) - [Design Career Fair](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/design-career-fair) - [Online Portfolios](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/online-portfolios) - [Support for New Graduates](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/support-new-graduates) - [Career Stories](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/career-stories) - [Student and Alumni Jobs](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/student-and-alumni-jobs) # Tools and Resources Explore - [Overview](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers) - [Career Development](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/career-development) - [Creative Entrepreneurship](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/creative-entrepreneurship) - [Experiential Learning](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/experiential-learning) - [Career Advising](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/career-advising) - [CEAD Events & Opportunities](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/career-development/cead-events-opportunities) - [Tools and Resources](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/tools-and-resources) - [Visit Our Centre](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/visit-our-centre) - [Design Career Fair](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/design-career-fair) - [Online Portfolios](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/online-portfolios) - [Support for New Graduates](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/support-new-graduates) - [Career Stories](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/career-stories) - [Student and Alumni Jobs](/index%2Ephp/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/student-and-alumni-jobs) rgb(0,0,0) ### We offer a suite of practical, specialized and concise resources to help students and recent graduates with successful career planning and aspects of becoming an emerging creative professional! ![](/themes/custom/ocad/img/decor/ripped-paper-whitebg.png) rgb(255,255,255) ![Career Readiness Modules Icon](/sites/default/files/2024-09/CEAD%20resource%20icons_lrr.png) ### Career readiness modules Handy resource guides to help you lay the foundation for meaningful work. - [CAREER EXPLORATION PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/Career%20Exploration.pdf) - [COMMUNITY BUILDING PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/Community%20Building_0.pdf) - [ONLINE PRESENCE PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/Online%20Presence.pdf) ![Idea to Action banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/CEAD%20resource%20icons_ideatoaction.png) ### Idea to action worksheet The Idea to Action worksheet will help you take a project, business or dream and make it real. - [DOWNLOAD FILLABLE PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/Business%20Planning%20Handout%20-%20Digital%20Worksheet%20-%20Fillable_FINAL.pdf) - [DOWNLOAD PRINTABLE PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/Business%20Planning%20Handout%20-%20Print%20Question%20%2B%20Worksheet_FINAL.pdf) ![Resource Links Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/CEAD%20resource%20icons_links.png) ### Creating in the greyscale A guide to navigating intellectual property as an emerging artist or designer. - [DOWNLOAD PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/Creating%20in%20the%20Greyscale_Final.pdf) ![Your Creative Career Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/your-creative-career-image.png) ### Your creative career An illustrated guide to reaching your career goals by seizing opportunities, adapting to change and committing to a plan. - [DOWNLOAD PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/your-creative-career-aug-2014.pdf) ![Reflection Goat Setting Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/reflection-goal-setting-image.png) ### Reflection & goal setting A series of guiding questions you can expect during career planning meetings at OCAD U. - [DOWNLOAD PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/student-career-guide-reflection-goal-setting.pdf) ![Cover Letter Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/cover-letters.png) ### Cover letters A breakdown of how to create a structured, relevant and compelling professional letter. - [DOWNLOAD PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/student-career-guide-cover-letters.pdf) ![Resume Content](/sites/default/files/2024-09/resume-content-image.png) ### Resume content The essential elements to include in your resume. - [DOWNLOAD PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/student-career-guide-re%CC%81sume%CC%81-content.pdf) ![Step by Step Application Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/TR_Step-By-Step%2BApplication.png) ### The step-by-step application package An illustrated guide to developing an effective cover letter, resume and CV for early-career success. - [DOWNLOAD PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/the-complete-job-application-package-april-2018.pdf) ![Online Portfolios Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/online-portfolios-image.png) ### Online portfolios Learn how to showcase your work online for a professional audience. - [DOWNLOAD PDF](https://ocadu.ca/sites/default/files/2024-09/student-career-guide-online-portfolios.pdf) ![Interview Skills Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/interview-skills-image.png) ### Interview skills Prepare yourself for a focused, meaningful conversation that makes the right impression. - [DOWNLOAD INTERVIEW SKILLS PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/student-career-guide-interview-skills.pdf) - [DOWNLOAD INFO INTERVIEWS PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/Informational%2BInterviews.pdf) ![Disability & Entering the Workforce Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/disability-and-entering-the-workforce-img.png) ### Disability and entering the workforce Developed in partnership with Accessibility Services, this guide offers general tips for career preparedness and accommodation. - [DOWNLOAD PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/disability-and-entering-the-workforce_update.pdf) ![Volunteering Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/volunteerism-image.png) ### Volunteerism Volunteering can be a powerful tool to engage in community, enhance skills and reflect on personal aspirations. - [DOWNLOAD PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/student-career-guide-volunteerism.pdf) ![Graduate School Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/graduate-school-image.png) ### Graduate school Deciding on pursuing a graduate degree in art or design. - [DOWNLOAD PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/student-career-guide-graduate-school.pdf) ![External Websites Resources Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/external-websites-resources-image.png) ### External websites & resources From major galleries to local design firms, the CEAD maintains broader resources for students to access and use as they research and plan their careers. [VISIT WEBSITE](http://cead.format.com/) ![Communication and Presentation Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/Communication%2Band%2BPresentation.png) ### Communication & presentation skills Learn about professional communication styles - learn how to prepare, tell your story, and make a good impression. - [DOWNLOAD PDF](/sites/default/files/2024-09/Communication%2Band%2BPresentation%2BSkills.pdf) ![Your Work Here Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/TR_Your%2BWork%2BHere.png) ### Your work here: a guide for GradEx Practical tips and professional insights to make the most of this major event! [ACCESS CANVAS COURSE](http://www.ocadu.ca/yourworkhere) ![Notes From Professional World Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/TR_Notes%2BFrom%2Bthe%2BProfessional%2BWorld.png) ### Words of wisdom **CONVENE Zine**: A zine of key takeaways from the CONVENE Panel series. [DOWNLOAD ZINE (PDF)](/sites/default/files/2024-09/CONVENE%20ZINE_July-16-2020_FINAL.pdf) **Notes from the Professional World**: Professionals offer their advice on a variety of career topics. [DOWNLOAD NOTES (PDF)](/sites/default/files/2024-09/Notes%2Bfrom%2BThe%2BProfessional%2BWorld%2B%282017%29.pdf) ![Career Stories Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/TR_Career%2BStories.png) ### Alumni career stories Interviews and reflections from OCAD U alums on launching a creative career! [VISIT WEBSITE](https://www.ocadu.ca/careerstories) ![Video Resources Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/TR_Video%2BResources.png) ### Video resources Short videos featuring students, alumni and partners. [VISIT WEBSITE](https://vimeo.com/ocaducead) ![Build Your Format Site Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/format.png) ### Build your Format site Students and faculty can access Format.com to build a web portfolio for FREE while at OCAD U and for six months after graduating! [VISIT WEBSITE](https://www.ocadu.ca/student-services/centre-emerging-artists-and-designers/online-portfolios) ![Business Cards Banner](/sites/default/files/2024-09/business%2Bcards.png) ### MOO.com discount Members of the OCAD U community are eligible for a 30% discount on business cards and other products. [VISIT WEBSITE](https://www.moo.com/m4b/account/signup/landing/f3ac202d-c689-47a9-b397-a8fc1218850a)