Ferrari_one_two: I don't know man.. I was running with some of my friends today and happened to see this silver Gallardo which was roaring down the road and got reminded of what you said too. To be honest I would prefer to be a car designer, drive an Evo, and maybe even see whatever I've designed to run on the road. But surely that's the more bumpy and risky path to take.

Mr. Burns: I guess what you've said is incredibly true... Now I am more encouraged to take up any university course other than designing ,law (I am a really lousy speaker) and business. But I better do some readup on alternative university courses.

AMH: That's cool, he must be a very talented designer.. Do you have any idea what his name is? I might do some cyber-hunting and learn more about his thoughts and decisions

By the way here is my deviantart gallery which is seldom updated: http://turbopok.deviantart.com/ You guys might want to check it out and give some comments or areas of improvement.

Thanks a lot and have a good day

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Originally posted by Ferrari_one_two:
Turbopok,
Someone said you should do Plan B first.
Im saying you should do PLAN A.
Successful people dont even have a PLAN B.

Good news is. If you do become a doctor, you
can buy all the cars you want instead of working
in a studio doing meaningless sketches all day.

While I do agree that you should go for PLAN A first, I beg to differ that successful people don't have a plan B. That mentally may just be what brought the american car industry to its knees. Everyone needs to assess their own situation individually, there is no one mentality fits all. I would argue that the majority of "successful" people didn't start out in the field or position that they have become known for.

Two examples right off the top of my head: Albert Einstein, patent office/ Jules Verne, lawyer.

Btw, most doctors CAN'T buy all the cars they want. People always seem to forget about the loans that 8+ yrs of education brings.

I should add that I didn't actually have a Plan B when I went to school, somehow things kind of worked out - I have to say I am kind of lucky.

Turbopok, I hope didn't discourage you from being a car designer, you have time to figure things out for your future (think it through)- I just don't want to see anybody got into massive debt for the student loan and still not getting the dream job he/she wants. But then again it's your prerogative and it's your future, do whatever you want.

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Hey Turbopok,

I'm also in the same dilemma as u. I am scheduled to graduate from UofT with BSc Chem. degree and am now interested in car design. Btw, I used to live on east coast, parkway.

I've heard many pieces of advice, incl. considering taking up design courses on the evening or weekend while preparing ur portfolio. U do this before really going into car design, so as to reassure beforehand that ur interest still lies within the field... and u can also do other stuff in the meantime. And this is wht I intend to do in the near future.

So guys, do u think this sounds like another idea? And can u suggest what courses r relevant in terms of preparing portfolio? Because Ive never had art training before, I juz draw during my free time.

- N.D -

Turbopok,
So its just a matter of money on whether you want to go to design school or not?

Modsquad: I suppose that I won't be the Albert Einstein of the automotive design field since times have changed very much and now I can't be sure what other obstacles lie in the way.. Also true that doctors don't earn very very much unless I happen to hold a high position in a hospital or open my own clinic (which both will also take a lot of hard work and determination)

MeanMINI: May I know what your current occupation is? Anyway I am also worried about the costs of attending a design school, let alone the fact that going to a design school does not guarantee me a job as a car designer

Diez Andrew: I guess you have more luck on your side. I don't think I can even afford external art/design classes.. But I'd still like to wish you all the best in the pursuit of your interests

Ferrari_one_two: I guess so... There are also other factors like the language barrier (with so many prestigious design schools in Europe plus the fact that I don't know a single European language) and also the fact that I will be wasting my time if I just never can get a job as a car designer. However money is still the main limitation I am facing right now... Or does anyone have any idea if design schools or automotive companies provide scholarships for foreigners?

Hi guys, I've only discovered recently that DesignworksUSA had already invested in a design studio in Singapore . However I am not sure if they are open to local designers or whether they will still be recruiting new designers in the future.. Have already done some googling but can't seem to find any info on these areas...

By the way, do any of you guys know how I should get his/her car concept known to the car makers? Should I just send information on my concept to popular automotive websites or send it directly to their customer service mailboxes? Just hope to get a rough idea of the basic courtesy that I have to watch out for if I were to 'publicize' a self-designed concept... Might come in handy in the future.

Thanks for reading all of these naggy stuffs I have posted, thanks guys for the replies and have a good day ahead

Turbopok,

I design aircraft interiors.

An advice for submitting concept drawings to car makers... DON"T
They might use your drawings without your permission and if you try to sue them for copyright infringement, very likely you won't win the case, because the design will be tweaked just enough to look different than your concept.
Don't give them free service.

One thing you can do is to participate in a car design competition, you'll get publicity if you win.

HTH

Don't submit any work to car makers? That seems like rather odd advice, given that a portfolio is a requirement for any sort of position. Besides, if the designers see something worthy of imitation or inspiring, that would only help that person's chance of employment.

Turbopok: If you want to publicize your concept, you can either start creating a presence on the internet through sites such as this and setting up a portfolio on local motors, etc. For serious inquiries, most people will send their portfolios directly to the design manager at the studio of their choice. Be warned, design studios are very busy and they'll only look at your work if they see the name of an established design school in your resume or have had a recommendation from another designer on your behalf.

Modsquad,

This a quote from Turbopok

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By the way, do any of you guys know how I should get his/her car concept known to the car makers? Should I just send information on my concept to popular automotive websites or send it directly to their customer service mailboxes? Just hope to get a rough idea of the basic courtesy that I have to watch out for if I were to 'publicize' a self-designed concept... Might come in handy in the future.

First of I am assuming he wasn't looking to get employment from the car companies. That's how I interpret the 'publicize' part - perhaps T/P needs to clarify what he meant.
If he wants to work for a car company obviously he'll have to submit a portfolio to the design manager/chief designer/HR.

The best of luck with your future in car design.