Axis Career Hub FAQ

Program Overview

  • This program is a chance for people to connect with other design professionals to learn about areas in their expertise. Ask the “stupid” questions and get answers for things that is hard to find/no one tells you. It’s hard enough navigating your career and it’s even harder to find people to support you and form long term relationships with that have been through what you have. This program can be a one time session to get your questions answered or you can set up quarterly, monthly or bi-weekly sessions to connect and discuss your progress, get support and guidance from real industry professionals.

  • This program is for everyone but it has been especially helpful for new grads, new immigrants and students. The mentors have been carefully vetted to be approachable, supportive, helpful and also successful in their careers so they can guide you in navigating yours.

  • Our mentors are well versed in project delivery, networking, building relationships, getting licensed, making successful portfolios and resumes. This program is meant to help you be successful and have someone to lean on. There are many group events and programs but having a one on one personalized approach to navigating your career is invaluable.

  • We don’t spoon feed you, we teach you how to feed yourself. We dont just do resume reviews, the idea is to do resume coaching so you understand the point of the resume, how it impacts how you present to an employer so everytime you’re applying throughout your career, you’ll be equipped to write it yourself. We take a very personalized approach. Every single person is different and that’s the beauty of the design industry. Whether is strengths or areas of improvement - we focus on how to help YOU navigate the industry. We care. We created this program because we noticed a huge gap.

  • This is a paid program. We hold 15 min sessions with the mentors that are free every quarter. It started off as a volunteer program but the demand got too high so we decided to dedicate staff to running something more structured and catered.

Structure & Process

  • You pay the fee to get set up. We will reach out to you with a schedule so you can book your time. We’ll have you fill out a questionnaire prior to your meeting with the mentor so they can have a strong understanding of what you’re looking for in the sessions so you can get the most personalized support. Following the session, the mentor will fill out a report on the take aways.

  • The mentees get to choose the mentors. If you’re unsure of who the right person - just email mentors@axisrecruitment.ca to tell us about what you’re looking for support with. Our team will connect you with the right mentor.

  • Each mentor has their own specialty. We support with resume, portfolio, interview prep, job search strategy, project delivery, any questions you might have about detailing or design. We’ve selected a wide range of mentors so you can get the best out of this program.

  • The sessions are one hour long. You can book as many as you want but we suggest you start with one session. If further sessions are required you can discuss that with your mentor.

  • Yes you can choose your mentor.

  • Go to our mentors page and click on book a session. Once you pay the session fee - our team will reach out to schedule a time for you to meet with your mentor.