Ok, so there's an ongoing discussion between a group of my friends and I about whether grades matter or not in finding a job. I've recently been elected to office in the honor society we are all a part of and would like to voice my opinion and experiences in the matter: grades play a very minimal role in helping you find a job. Yes it is an "honor society", but it also doubles as the school's community service club.
Just some background on the situation, we are all art students (Interior Design, Graphic Design, Media Arts and Animation, Web Design, Fashion Design, and Fashion Marketing represented). Though I realize every employer is different, creative fields such as those listed above go by a different criteria than those in, let's say, an accounting field. For example, as some of you may know a portfolio of your work is required during the interview process. It is in some ways more important than your resume as it demonstrates (vs. tells) what skills you have mastered and your creative capacities.
Attitude/Character is also extremely important as most jobs in these fields are team oriented, face-to-face every minute jobs.
Yes, grades CAN help. Like if two potential candidates have both shown themselves equally bright and promising during the interview(s) the GPA can be the deciding factor. But the amount of time and effort put towards strictly getting that honors award (as opposed to gaining experiences through internships/jobs...etc) is baffling to me.
Just because you rock in the classroom does not mean you are a good worker.
What are your thoughts, Evilborians?
