Duncan seemed to love the work that he does but not the corporation that he works within in some ways. I should consider this when looking at roles to apply for, whether the company fits the role I want to take.
I learnt that building up your contacts is crucial in this industry and to try and make creative friends. Duncan advised me to give my time to people for free when possible as it may help you in the future when you need help and also helps to develop these contacts. It is clear from my time with Duncan that careers in this industry are not always a straight path and this encourages me to look for opportunities where they are available.
Duncan highlighted the process of working to a brief. I learnt that there are 3 products that are developed from a brief. Your ideal version, the clients ideal version and somewhere in-between which is often the most successful. Sometimes it is impressive to show your client all three to show contrast. This is an interesting to me.
This short experience helped me to develop and harness my social skill in a professional environment. I feel much more at ease at the thought of meeting someone of authority who I don't know.
Meeting Duncan was important to my experience. I now feel like large established brands such as Disney maybe aren't as charming as they seem.
I plan to stay in contact with Duncan, he has a lot of contacts over a range of different areas in animation, PR and film and also has a lot of knowledge within his realm.
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