Thank you to Alumni Conversationalists [**Jeronimo Aguilar Gutierrez '15 MSAUD**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeronimoag/) of Bolster and [**Nicolas Medrano, AIA '07 M.Arch**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-medrano-aia-8216b26/) of SOM. Participants heard that GSAPP graduates are seen as very competitive candidates in a revived job market. Their advice was to take the time to prepare for when firms are ready to hire again. Below were a few common themes from their Q&A's: 1. Hone your Zoom skills. Hiring is now done by webchat so learn how to present yourself professionally via video and be comfortable navigating your portfolio on the screen. 2. Look for opportunities to cross collaborate with other industries and learn as much as you can; a solution in one industry may be the perfect way to solve a problem you face as an architect. 3. The ability to visualize a concept is a highly valued skill. However, when engaging with a general audience, it is important to be able to convey your ideas through the written and spoken word—whether that is through drafting contract terms, writing for publications, speaking with clients, or presenting at conferences. 4. Cultivate your GSAPP network; take advantage of the opportunity to present your work to visiting critics, reach out for conversations with alumni over LinkedIn, and follow up promptly if you ask to connect. 5. Consider what sets you apart from your equally talented peers and make sure to mention your unique strengths in the cover letter. --- Look for details of our upcoming Alumni Conversations in the next newsletter: [**Katie Shima, AIA '09 M.Arch**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-shima-69aa36b/), Director of Design [**Brandon Cook '00 M.Arch**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bran624/), Senior Project Manager [SITU](https://situ.nyc/) [**Zarith Pineda '18 MSAUD**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/zarith-pineda-a5b6b562/), Founder & CEO [Territorial Empathy](https://www.territorialempathy.com/) [**Rachel Barnard '11 MSAAD**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-g-barnard-49335751/), Founder & CEO [Young New Yorkers](https://www.youngnewyorkers.org/)
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