I've been doing graphic design for 5 years as an in-house designer for retail. I was laid off earlier this year due to restructuring. While I was in shock of the news I was also genuinely burnt out from working there. I didn't like the work I was doing but I felt like I didn't have the skills to get another job. My portfolio feels like it hasn't even improved since I graduated college. I really doubted my own design abilities and wondered if I'm even good enough.
I studied Media Communications so I didn't necessarily get proper graphic design education, but I'm considering going back to school for an actual diploma in design. I’ve been learning on my own time but everything feels unstructured and inconsistent. I know it's not necessary to have a degree but I think having that education will put me back on track and boost my confidence.
Do you think I should go back to school or continue with my independent learning?
