how do you improve your career?
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Despite some of what's been said already, I don't think it's about being seen to be working all hours of the day and staying late/getting in early.
I think generally what people want is someone with good ideas, the ability to challenge others etc. People that just put in hard graft and don't really think much won't get far, they'll just get taken for granted.
I agree with 'make yourself indispensable' learn new skills that no one else in the studio has, learn 3D software, motion graphics, type design, whatever you need to expand your use. Then you become good value for money.
Also, it sounds silly but a boss of mine once told me that as a designer you have two clients: your actual client, but also your peers. Don't forget that part of your job is to impress your superiors. A bit of self promotion within the company can't ever hurt. Being too quiet about your achievements will never help, despite how awkward 'bigging yourself up' can be.Being know as the guy that always has interesting links and references to share is also a good thing