ArtBound Initiative Reviews

Participating in the ArtBound Initiative program was in every way a great experience. It took me in the end 2 years to finally get to New York due to the pandemic, but I was very well assisted throughout the whole process. I got high quality coaching at the beginning which really helped me define my professional goal and I was also very well equiped for applying and interviewing at my dream organisation, Creative Time.

Once in New York I got all the support I needed in terms of finding a place to stay, to information about admistrative stuff you need to do when you move there. These things can get quite overwhelming when you move abroad and it was nice to have someone to contact in case I had any questions and who was always responsive.
Besides getting a foot in the door in a competitive City like New York, I also got in touch with a lot of other participants. Some of them became very good friends and it is inspiring to think I have friends all over the world!

I would keep in mind that New York is a very expensive city. Coming from a background with low income, it was a huge challenge to live there, even if I saved money before coming. However, I would still totally recommend making this investment, because this experience was priceless and I know it will pay off in the future.

The whole experience was very rewarding, from the ABI coaching to the actual internships. It was really helpful to have the online coaching as well as being able to speak to industry professionals to give insights and help you set your goals. The Art Bound Initiative team was very supportive and encouraging at every step of the way. I ended up being able to intern with two different Sydney based companies during my time - Wasamedia and Ginger & Smart. Not only did I learn a lot of new skills, I also got hired as a full time junior graphic designer at the end of my internship.

The Artbound initiative team gave me tremendous support throughout my internship time. The preparatory work is second to none and I had everything I needed weeks before I even got my first internship. From the very beginning the ABI team was invested in truly listening to what I wanted for me future and helped me secure internships that will help guide me in my career. The Artbound initiative team are the most supportive team of mentors I have had the opportunity to work with. Just a couple 20-min one on one session with Laura alone, I was able to learn things that people a lifetime not knowing. After being with this program I can say that I am equipped with the tools to be successful in any creative profession and am confident in my pursuit to achieving my dreams.

my internship experience through Artbound Initiative couldn't have been more perfect! The Artbound team were very helpful from the start, even before I decided to sign up with them. They answered all my questions and were quick to respond despite being contacted outside office hours (due to the time difference). They matched me with international interview and resume coaches and shaped me to become a better candidate, in the end I got a job out of my internship program thanks to their help. (internship was done at Pitch Agency in Melbourne, Australia)

I received a great amount of support and guidance from the Artbound initiative team throughout my internship time. I especially appreciated the preparatory work I did before starting my virtual internship. From the beginning the team was invested in truly listening to what I wanted out of a virtual internship and helped me secure one of the most significant internships thus far in my career. The program helped me understand what I should prioritize during an internship period, how to be an effective communicator and most importantly how to make sure an internship experience should not be treated as an isolated occurrence. The Artbound initiative team was the most supportive and understanding team of mentors I have had the opportunity to work with. The lessons I gained from the program will stick with me for the rest of my professional life. Throughout the program the team took care of the tiniest details and made me feel secure about the big picture as well. After this program I feel significantly more confident and competent in my abilities to carry out any professional endeavor I intend to pursue.

This experience was great in helping me take my first step into the industry and get some hands-on experience working on professional projects while building up my portfolio. Everyone at the company was super nice and welcoming and it was a great work environment. I was able to use my skills in storyboarding, animating, and illustrating and contribute to a variety of projects ranging from creating animations for social media to TV commercials, for a range of clients including local restaurants and international companies.

This program was the greatest decision and opportunity that ever happened to me, and if you get the chance to be apart of this amazing experience I highly recommend you go for it. I learned so much, way more that I expected, and even more so than I did in college. Everything I learned is 100% useful, beneficial, and life-changing. It's a great start for someone who needs help starting off their experience and careers. You make great connections, expand your network and get amazing guidance and mentorship for so many amazing people. I promise, it is worth it in the end!

I had a placement in a small production business which allows experiencing every step of the production process, I think for a media industry beginner I'm very grateful to have such valuable mentorship.
ABI as the mentoring agency is also very responsible, their service includes building my portfolio and resume and interview preparation will definitely help with any of my future internships.
And I really looking forward to joining in any other activities and having more collaboration with them.

This was an amazing experience that taught me extra skills in my field of writing. I had the chance to research several topics and get better at developing soft skills such as time management and communication. My research skills have improved greatly as well. As a content writing intern, i had the amazing opportunity to experience what the industry is like so now i feel well equipped to enter the professional field as i now know what to expect and i have got the required skills under my belt. The entire ArtBound team including Laura, Zulfa and Ginda has been so helpful throughout the process. I had the most fruitful 5 months doing my internship with Blank Theory.

I applied to ArtBound in 2019 and it has turned out to be the best decision I have ever made. I would say ABI helped me the most with making my dreams a reality. I got a valuable lesson about self-presentation in the creative industry and I have made connections all over the world!
I interned for a creative marketing agency that works with high-end companies such as Hublot, Shiseido, Ivy Park, and Tory Burch. My main tasks were to come up with campaign concepts and rebranding. The projects varied every week, which kept the internship exciting.