Im about to hit 2 years without a full time role. I can’t figure out if it’s my age (40+) or that my work is dog shit. I know the market sucks, but I’m applying from graphic design to CD jobs. I soldier on but I fear I’m on a fools errand.

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Keep soldiering on! It is rough out there, also been in the same position where I started questioning whether I’m just actually terrible at what I do. Realistically it is just tough right now and even the slightest thing can edge you out of a job right now.

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Happy to review your book if you want to DM me.

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I’m really sorry to hear that. Have you considered showing your book to a few CDs or ECDs that you are friends with and can have an honest discussion with? Maybe you need to redesign your portfolio. Sometimes it’s about how you package it up. Sometimes less is more. Merchandising! Wishing you all the good luck out there.

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Are you utilizing your network at all? i would definitely think that if you've been looking this long, you need to redo something in your application materials. Hard to say what the problem is exactly though without knowing how many interviews you've received, etc. Being over 40 shouldn't disqualify you from any jobs.

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Happy to take a gander and give you feedback. It shouldn’t be your age. Yet.

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Thank you so much everyone. I actually had an ECD friend of mine take a peek and gave me a lot of hard truths about what I’m showing, how I’m showing, and how I’m selling myself. It has beyond helpful and I realized I’ve been shooting myself in the foot.

One of the bigger notes was, I’m still selling myself as an art director is places and not as a leader. I think there is room for both because I still love to design and art direct, but I need to separate it and tell appropriate stories that are unique to me.

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Again, I appreciate everyone’s replies and offers. I’m thankful for you.

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