DVC INTERNSHIP

Raffles Student Name: Ivan Loh Jia Hong
Programme: Diploma In Visual Communication 
Internship Semester: Jan 2024

1. What is your designation and the name of your company (or industry) for your internship?

I am an intern at HUHUS Design Agency. My responsibilities include helping to design marketing posts and assisting with photo shoots at the company. 
 
2. Can you share a specific project or achievement that you worked in the internship company?  
 
I am responsible for assisting in the design of marketing posts and photo shoots at the company. Additionally, I assist different companies in their advertising design, helping them publicize their offers or activities. 
 
3. What skills or techniques from your academic studies did you find most valuable during your internship? 

I believe the most valuable skills I have utilized during my internship are my proficiency in using Adobe Illustrator and my photography skills. These skills have been very useful in my internship. 
 
4. How does your internship experience help clarify your career goals or interests in graphic design? 

My internship has helped me realize the value of my skills in Adobe Illustrator and photography, which are crucial in graphic design. This experience has further solidified my interest in pursuing a career in graphic design. 

4. What knowledge or soft skills that you learned at RU contributed to your internship? 

The Photoshop (PS) and Illustrator (AI) skills I learned at RU have been very beneficial. PS helped me enhance photos, while AI assisted me in designing advertisements. Additionally, my photography skills have also been very useful. The company has also taught me various new skills and has improved my design speed. Moreover, it has taught me a lot about lighting techniques, which has significantly enhanced my photography knowledge. 
 
5. Could you share some insights with juniors who are preparing for their upcoming internships? 

I recommend choosing a company one admires to intern at and observing how it operates. Additionally, managing one’s mindset is crucial, as it can help overcome challenges during the internship.