Yes, agreed. Art test should be one of the last things done, not one of the first. Make sure you're interested in that person before wasting 40 hours of their lives on a test.
Amen. That's probably the thing I hate the most about art tests. How about before I put in 40-80 hours of what is essentially free, overtime work we chat in person for 5 minutes? Being asked to work for free without even knowing if I like their vibe or not always seemed to me like a dick move.
Would you ask a Doctor for a 40 hour free sample? Would you ask a Lawyer to put in 80 hours for free on your case, only to decide you want to go with another firm because it wasn't up to your standards? Would you ask a mechanic for 80 hours of free work, drive around town and decide you don't want to pay them for their…
My wife when she was looking for a new job as a sales person, applied to almost 40 companies across the span of 3 months. She only got 4 replies and none of them accepted her. What i'm trying to say is that not receiving response from employer is just the way it is. Not just CG, but every thing. Consider a privilege if you…
I personally feel it's one of the problems with this industry. They are basically asking you to work for free for them; they might glance at your test, and then decide in a few seconds you're not worth an interview. All the while not providing any feedback. In this industry we need feedback to get better at our craft. I…
I can't say I totally disagree. those reasons make some sense. But why bother with a folio when it all comes down to the test anyway? On the other hand, I don't think a single asset says much. When people do an art test next to work, the deadline means nothing. One guy can invest 40 hours because he works a half-day job,…
As others said it's best to move send, and apply to multiple companies at the same time. You don't get response from one, well, maybe in other you might be more lucky ? The sad truth is, that there myriad of reasons, why you don't get reply. Email has been read by wrong person (luck issue), and have been trashed instantly.…
Art tests are beneficial to EVERYONE involved. For the studio and the applicant. For the studio... Gives them a good even playing field as everyone is taking the same test. All tests have guidelines you must follow, all have suggested time frames of completion, all have the same budgets and concept to base things off. When…