Non-profit organization focused on career growth, offering educational resources and mentorship for designers.
About Designed
What Is Designed?
Designed is a free platform in the **design** category that operates as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. It serves as a career growth hub for designers, providing access to educational resources, mentoring, and community features to support professional development worldwide.
What Designed Does
- Connects designers with a global network of mentors from top design teams across various industries.
- Offers free access to educational tools and resources focused on design career advancement.
- Hosts discussions and community forums where designers share insights and knowledge.
- Provides job listings tailored to design professionals seeking new opportunities.
- Features podcasts and other content to help designers learn and grow their skills.
- Enables account creation for personalized mentoring matches and resource access.
How Designed Can Be Used
- Junior designers can request mentorship to receive guidance on career paths, skill-building, and portfolio development from experienced professionals.
- Senior designers join to contribute as mentors, participate in discussions, and stay connected with the design community.
- Teams use the job board to post openings and discover talent within the network.
- Individuals access podcasts and educational materials during self-paced learning sessions to address specific design challenges.
- Groups leverage community discussions for feedback on projects or industry trends in collaborative workflows.
Who Is Designed For?
Designed targets designers at all experience levels, from beginners seeking initial career advice to established professionals looking to mentor others or expand their networks. It suits those in **design** roles across industries who need equal access to educational tools, mentoring, and community support for career progression. Visit Designed
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