A long (MOSTLY unedited) conversation with the creator of Remember My Family: The Coe History Guitar, Gavin Coe, about how it all went down. History plays a big role in this episode, so listen closely as we pass between then and now. We didn't leave the music side out- Gavin got in his fair share of Fender/Gibson tangents!

The Coe History Guitar: Process Review

Talking about how to get into design if you have the newfound passion. Additionally, an update and spoiler for the Ugly Babies NFT!

Breaking into Design

Today we are talking about what it’s like to be starting grad school. I am not in grad school (yet...?)- which means this will be the first interview of the podcast! Super excited to start this series and see where it takes us!

Grad Student Interview 1

What ARE we all saving for? The importance of a budget and the pleasantries of taxes!

Don't Fudge It... Budget!

If you aren't using written agreements, chances are, someone has already taken advantage of your time. Today we're talking about types of paperwork and what's included in them.

Written Agreements

The time between graduation and an internship or job can be a bit awk... However, freelancing could be perfect in the meantime. If only I knew where to begin.

Freelancing and Bad Audio

You might freeze up when you're asked about your process (I did). This  episode is to prevent that terrifying moment when you actually have no idea why and how you do what you do- even though you might be a beyond capable designer.

Process Work

Woah... Finals are approaching quickly. Go do your homework and check in next week to hear about the InDesign Demo.

Checking In

A very quick reminder that communication is key!

Keep in Touch

Informational interviews are like speed dating except you will ACTUALLY benefit... This is your opportunity to learn if your dream job is everything you ever hoped it would be. Over coffee or Zoom, these interactions will change the game.

Informational Interviews

Do you think that you might be interested in design as a major, but you're not quite sure what it entails? Are you already a design major and feeling apprehensive about what follows graduation? Ugly Babies podcast will take you from discerning design to a developed designer.

You might not know it yet, but your current network is bigger than you think. How to recognize the value of your current community and where to yield more connections in today's episode!

How to Network

Portfolios: Your opportunity to put your name in lights... that is if the lights were every design illuminating your capability as a distinguished designer.

Uh-oh! Portfolio!

Quick and easy cover letters are where it's at! Keep them short and honest.

Cover Letters Don't Have to Suck!

What should be in your resume? Episode one of three to a short series to prepare you for applying to jobs.

Resumes

Remote

Remote learning pitfalls and other data that will validate your innermost erk-ings this semester. Don't worry though; it's followed up by some sound advice.

Remote Learning

This episode expresses the importance of reaching out and networking with your peers in order to prepare yourself for real world professional networking.

Design Homies

Those pesky 200 level classes actually have a lot to teach you! We're covering grids, color pallets, contrast in text, program alternatives and more!

200 Level Classes

What motivates you? If you don't know the answer to this question; you're probably already unmotivated. PS.Also that sick elevator music was from Bossa Nova royalty free music. I knew you were curious.

What motivates you? If you don't know the answer to this question; you're probably already unmotivated. <br/>PS.<br/>Also that sick elevator music was from Bossa Nova royalty free music. I knew you were curious.

What Motivates You?

Just a bit more information on the story of how the podcast came to be and some title context from Prof Visocky O'Grady. Additionally, some encouragement to reach out to the podcast at uglybabies@marianicole.design and share how you're doing with motivation.

Just a bit more information on the story of how the podcast came to be and some title context from Prof Visocky O'Grady. Additionally, some encouragement to reach out to the podcast at <a href="mailto:uglybabies@marianicole.design">uglybabies@marianicole.design</a> and share how you're doing with motivation.

A Bit More Context

We are going to be looking into the seemingly hidden state university requirements and what college professors actually expect.

What to Expect When You're an Ugly Baby

Ugly Babies

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