01/06/2026
Starting your first year as a design professional is both exciting and a little overwhelming. The transition from school to the studio brings a new set of challenges—along with incredible opportunities to grow. From learning how projects truly come together to finding your voice within a team, those early years help shape everything that follows.
Written by recent graduate Kristi Saliba, this perspective piece reflects on the key skills she’s found essential in navigating the early stages of her career and building confidence in the studio.
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