Creative Careers: What Type of Designer Are You? 

Creativity takes so many different forms! You might be into bubble writing, painting, playing videogames or taking photos, you might enjoy drawing, even sewing or gardening. Whatever form your creativity takes, have you ever stopped to wonder whether you might be able to turn that passion into your career one day? There are a whole variety of creative careers out there, but sometimes it can be hard to find out what roles exist, especially jobs within the Design world.

On June 30th, the V&A have their Upstart festival, an annual festival which focuses on creative careers. Take this personality quiz to find out what design creative type you are, and what jobs exist within your niche. Remember, this is just a fun quiz to get those career ideas going. If you don’t like the suggested roles, take the quiz again and see what other roles are out there. There’s something for everyone. Go for it!

Question 1Question 1 out of 5:

You have a free Saturday! What would be your go-to activity?  

A: Reading books B: Rearranging my bedroom C: Playing videogames D: Drawing and scrap-booking E: Gardening F: Model-making G: Having a movie marathon H: Going through my clothes and plan outfits I: Getting outdoors and going to the park J: Making funny videos

Question 2Question 2 out of 5:

You’ve been assigned to work on a group project at school. How do you feel about it? 

A: Urgh I hate group work B: I’d rather get on with it myself C: I love hearing other peoples ideas and creating something together D: I like teamwork, but as long as I can take the lead E: I don’t mind – I’m chilled

Question 3Question 3 out of 5:

 
You want to learn a new creative skill/hobby – what would you choose? 

A: Drawing B: Hand lettering / bubble writing C: Photography D: Coding E: Growing my own vegetables/flowers F: Sewing my own clothes G: Making jewellery

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Yes! I’ve seen a bunch of stuff I’m keen to check out! I’ve only seen more things at the end of a quiz, but it looked cool Oh really? I’ve only done this one thing – where is it all? No, but I’m not that fussed – happy just to do this one thanks!

Yes! I’ve seen a bunch of stuff I’m keen to check out! 26%

I’ve only seen more things at the end of a quiz, but it looked cool 15%

Oh really? I’ve only done this one thing – where is it all? 21%

No, but I’m not that fussed – happy just to do this one thanks! 39%

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Question 4Question 4 out of 5:

What cause do you feel passionate about? 

A: Sustainable fashion B: Human rights C: The environment D: Technology being used for good E: Telling untold stories F: I’m not sure

Question 5Question 5 out of 5:

You’re feeling arty. What creative activity do you enjoy the most?

A: Drawing / scrapbooking B: Photography C: Sculpture / model making D: Making videos E: Painting F: Animation G: Digital design – photoshop H: Collaging / scrapbooking

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