With the effects of COVID-19 still being felt across the world of employment, it might feel harder than ever to place your foot on the first rung of the ladder towards your dream job. Organisations around the world have halted hiring processes or at the very least have made significant cuts to hiring budgets, amidst staff layoffs. As many emerging creatives look to navigate the tough limbo of unemployment, they have had to adopt the weary default expectation of receiving no response from any job application they submit.
However, in spite of the admittedly tough times, tech company HONOR have announced the launch of their #StandOutWithHONOR campaign in partnership with creative software provider Affinity. The project aims to explore the value and potential that technology holds in finding a new role especially within creative industries. The campaign forms part of the wider work being done by the HONOR Academy, an educational content platform launched earlier this year. Headed by a select panel of designers and creatives from a variety of fields, HONOR Academy aims to help you access the key pieces of advice and information needed to unlock your new role in the creative industry of your choice.
In an era where even entry-level job roles are asking for two years of experience, HONOR are also keen to invite young creatives into the world of work to gain valuable skills to stand out in a hyper-competitive job market. They have teamed up with leading creative agency GREY to offer a four-week long paid internship to two young creatives, as well as the chance to win a series of new products, including the MagicBook 14 and the MagicBook Pro.