APACAggie Public Arts Committee work with student organizations and ASUCD as well as the city of Davis and Davis residents/businesses to bring artistic expression to our community.
BridgeGoodBRIDGEGOOD provides creatives the resources to discover and explore meaningful careers while improving diverse local economies. Together, they revolutionize design for social good.
EPICEpic is a UX Design and Strategy firm that has worked with companies such as Volkswagen, Facebook, GoPro, and Kaiser Permanente.
Lorain & May AssociatesLorain & May Associates have provided informed interior design guidance and quality furnishings in the Sacramento and Davis area since 2002.
MorseMorse Custom Homes and Remodeling is a team dedicated to providing complete customer satisfaction in every aspect of a construction project.
NicheSince 2007, Niche Interiors has served high-end residential clientele in the San Francisco Bay Area. They have been named Designer to Watch by Rue Magazine.
Oakland DigitalOakland Digital is an award-winning design studio that bridges the opportunity and digital literacy divide among Students, Businesses, and Entrepreneurs.
SymsoftSymsoft to address the growing gap between data-rich content and the growing base of online users wanting to make meaningful connections with their content.
UC DavisUC Davis's goal is to provide holistic advising that empowers students to define their academic goals and to create meaningful educational experiences.
Urban 57Urban 57 features a full line of fine home furnishing presents modern furniture with a vintage twist which is one of a kind in the Sacramento area
Speakers
Mei Chen“I apply design mindset in various of context and scenarios—software applications, business, events, and design thinking sessions.”
Kathy ChangKathy is a designer with a passion for branding and digital design. Currently she is working as a Junior Graphics Designer at Williams Sonoma.
Diane WuDiane received her BA in Design and obtained her LEED AP at the UC Davis.She’s currently a Sr. Interior Designer- AR/VR Specialist at Google.
Tara Parker-EssigTara is especially interested in narrowing the gap between tool-maker and tool-user. Tara is a UX/UI Designer and Research Consultant who has worked with Tile.
Courtney KingLast year’s Ola Lorens scholarship winner, Courtney is currently in Berlin studying toy-design.
Nicole GarciaSelf-taught graphic designer and entrepreneur, Nicole Garcia recently founded FemiKit, a monthly subscription kit.
Lisa GurlinLisa transferred to Davis to pursue her Bachelors in Design, and has become a full-time Technical Design Specialist with Papyrus-Recycled Greetings.
Jen PlaceThis year’s Ola Lorens Scholarship winner who’ll be travelling to present their award-winning lighting fixtures.
Sophie MaquilingA notable Design student, Sophie will be presenting on her honors project she’s been working on for over a year.
Pop-Up Shops
FemikitFemikit aims to show that with a few simple lifestyle shifts, it doesn’t have to be hard to appreciate the planet.
PIXELPIXEL helps unify and involve students that share a common interest in graphic design. They strive to build a design community for creative and professional growth.
InPrintInPrint Magazine is a club that offers students the opportunity to create a design publication. They provide a collaborative space for students to grow as interdisciplinary designers.
ASIDASID is a club for students to connect with educators, professionals, and industry representatives who share a love of interior design.
Amy + ShelbyAmy Hoang and Shelby Chin will be selling original illustrative and photographic prints, handcrafted perlers, and also some small trinkets.
La FlorBarillas Flor is a talented fourth year Design student that will be showcasing and selling original artwork.
Preparing for the Design Career Fair
Research, Research, Research
Look at the companies that will be attending which interest you most. This is a great way to figure out which companies you’re compatible with and the key qualities they’re looking for.
Refine your Resume
Whether you’ve fine-tuned for the 100th time or just started creating your resume. Do your best to finish before the Design Career Fair. Check in with advisors, bounce ideas with friends or ask for feedback from professors. Remember, the Resume
Review Booth will be available at the fair if you have any uncertanty!
Assemble your Portfolio
If you have a collection of work you’d like to show off to employers this is the perfect time to highlight some of those creative pieces.
Ask Away!
Our speakers and panelists come from a diverse set of backgrounds, which means you have a fantastic opportunity to ask the questions only they could answer.
If you come up with questions during the event feel free to ask on Twitter at #UCDavisDCF2018!
How to get here
The Design Career Fair will be held at the Art Annex
Art Annex Davis, CA 95616
By Bike & Bus:
Some bike parking will be available directly in front of the Art Annex, but given how many attendees we expect, that will fill up! Please park by Shields Library and walk across the street to the Art Annex if that occurs.
The Silo Terminal is 2-3 minute walk to the Art Annex. When walking from the Memorial Union Terminal, it is about 7-8 minutes.
By Car:
Parking is free on the weekends, but the Art Annex parking lot will be reserved for companies setting up booths. For attendees, please park in Lot 5 and stroll through the Arboretum. Once you arrive at the parking lot, follow the signs to the
Art Annex.
Design Career Fair