How'd We Get Here?

Fight for the 'Yes' — Oscar Aldana, Interactive Designer.

Episode Summary

In this episode, we speak to Oscar Aldana, a graduate of the 3 year Graphic Design program at Humber College and now Interactive Designer at Hambly & Woolley. He reflects on his journey moving from Venezuela to Toronto, Canada and his experiences balancing life as a design student and transitioning into the industry.

Episode Notes

• We discuss the effects of our current coronavirus pandemic, changing  our work/life routines and the way we communicate.
• Oscar describes his educational path in becoming a designer and his journey moving from a small city in Venezuela to Toronto, Canada.
• Oscar gives his perspective on life as a Graphic Design student during his graduating year and discusses the various emotions and obstacles he faced while completing his study's, securing an internship, preparing for a portfolio showcase, and supporting his parents overseas.
• We hear Oscar's process in finding an internship and the importance of networking and taking risks.
• The importance of diversity in the design industry.
• Oscar Describes his daily routine as an Interactive Designer and how his design projects in school helped prepare him for his role at Hambly & Woolley.
• Oscar gives his 'Top 5' skills that design students should have as they head into the design industry.

"How'd we get here?" Oscar leaves us with his advice to his former self and sends a message of encouragement to current and future students who might be living his experiences as soon-to-be design school graduates.

*Connect with Oscar on Instagram at @oooohscar