Career Resources

Build your brand, learn on the job, and network with art and design thought leaders. Here at CCAD, your practice goes pro.

Our Creative Careers & Collaboration (C3) team will support you at every step of your professional journey, from exploring career paths and writing your resume to job searching and interview preparation. We're here to empower you through 1:1 coaching, workshops, internships, networking events, and real-world projects to launch your creative career confidently.

Career Workshops & Events

Career Readiness

Students and alumni can access a curated selection of career tools, resources, and professional development opportunities, a couple of which are publicly available.

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    Find Internships & Jobs

    Learn more about internships, externships, co-ops, and other on-the-job learning experiences. Alumni, activate your access to the job board and more here.

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    Talk with a Coach

    CCAD students and alumni can connect with a career coach for personalized guidance to shape their goals and move their careers forward.

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    4-Year Plan Checklist

    Stay focused and intentional with a year-by-year guide designed to help you stay organized, build momentum, and keep your creative career on track.

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    Quick Start Resume Guide

    Build a polished and professional resume that clearly and effectively communicates your creative strengths and real-world experience.

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    Cover Letter Guide

    Create tailored, impactful cover letters that connect your voice, your work, and your ambitions while securing a job opportunity.

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    Interview Guide

    Prepare with confidence and learn how to speak about your work, process, potential, and opportunities in any interview setting.

Want more support?

Log in to the student portal to meet with C3, unlock additional tools, and explore other career development opportunities.

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Connections & Career Development

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88%
of BFA graduates are employed or continuing their education one year post-graduation.
71%
of students said their internship helped prepare them for their career.
750+
organizations and companies collaborated with CCAD to provide internship, co-op, and project opportunities for students.
296,231
hours of real-world experience through internships, co-ops, and partnered projects since 2019.

Where You Can Find Our Alumni

Our alumni shape the future of culture and commerce at organizations based in Columbus, for companies all across the nation, and with globally recognized brands. They also publish books, own galleries, and launch companies! Here are just a few examples of where you’ll find CCAD alumni:

  • Abercrombie & Fitch
  • American Greetings
  • Bath & Body Works
  • Columbus Crew Soccer Club
  • Columbus Museum of Art
  • Dockers
  • JP Morgan Chase
  • Meow Wolf
  • Nationwide
  • Netflix
  • Ohio Division of Wildlife
  • OhioHealth
  • Old Navy
  • Owens Corning
  • Pixar Animation Studios
  • St. Louis Cardinals
  • U.S. Air Force
  • The Walt Disney Company