ITSme International Talent Search レビュー 63

My experience with ITSme was great; Vicky was a joy to work with, she was very patient, enthusiastic and kind. I'm really grateful for their help in connecting me with my agency. The process was easy, and well explained every step of the way!

I did a mentorship with ITSme, and honestly, it’s one of the best things I’ve done for my career as an illustrator. They really helped me understand what was missing from my portfolio and guided me toward making work that’s actually marketable.

What I appreciated most was that the support didn’t just stop when the mentorship ended. They were still there to help and answer questions afterward.

Because of their guidance, I even ended up getting signed with an agency under their umbrella, which was a huge milestone for me! My mentor, Kate Powell, and the CEO, Ed Burns, were both super supportive the whole way through and always happy to help when I needed it.

I’d definitely recommend ITSme to anyone who wants to grow their art career 🙌

The onboarding process was smooth and slow, do one task at a time type! Which helped me to keep working with my existing projects and clients. First 6 months are a trail period and we'll see if we are best fit to each other and I'm really hoping this pair works out. I'll update my thoughts later on how it goes.

A huge shoutout to ItsMe for a fantastic and seamless welcome. I’ve just recently joined, and I’m already impressed by how professional and easy the whole experience has been. I’m eagerly looking forward to the future and can't wait to bring some incredible new illustration projects to life!

I’m thrilled to be working with ITSme! They’ve been incredibly kind, professional, and encouraging from the very beginning, and they’ve made me feel truly valued as an artist. Their energy, communication, and genuine passion for supporting illustrators really stand out. It feels wonderful to be represented by a team that not only believes in my work, but is also excited to help me grow. I’m looking forward to everything ahead with them!

I recently joined ITSme as a new artist represented by Astound, and the onboarding experience has been very positive. The team has been friendly, professional, and helpful in guiding me through the process. Communication has been clear and timely, and I truly appreciate the support so far. I'm looking forward to the opportunities ahead!

I submitted my portfolio to ITSme looking for representation. The range of agencies working with ITSme gives them a dynamic edge, and I've been lucky to be placed under Advocate Art. It has been a smooth and clear process! Vicky the talent source manager and my main contact always takes the time to answer questions, make sure forms, links, information, etc are easy to find, and is overall wonderful. It has instilled confidence and makes me excited to work with them further!

I had a thorough one-on-one session with my mentor, Min Hae, which was extremely insightful. During the session, we clearly identified my weak areas and I received very detailed, constructive feedback. We actively worked through my problem areas, and the mentorship overall was well-structured and thoughtfully planned. I genuinely enjoyed the entire experience.
There was consistent, end-to-end support through regular email communication, which helped me stay on track and accountable throughout the journey. I would absolutely recommend this mentorship to anyone who feels stuck in their illustration journey and is looking for a valuable third-eye perspective. Min also shared several industry-related tips and hacks that were incredibly helpful and practical.
Additionally, Edward provided a very keen and detailed review of my portfolio. His feedback encouraged me to take the next step in my illustration journey, and both mentors were consistently supportive and motivating throughout the program. The seminars also offered meaningful industry insights and added great value to the overall learning experience.

Itsme helped me understand where I can fit into the illustration market, after considering my skills and preferences. My mentor was amazing - she gave me great feedback and explained the nuances of the market that I was not familiar with. The brief was informative, fun to illustrate and it expanded on my portfolio range. The courses and livestream answered all my extra questions, in addition to providing information on a wide range of illustration niches. We also discussed a path forward and the mentorship gave me a lot of confidence. Overall, my art will never be the same again, in the best way possible!

The ITSme mentorship was a genuinely useful experience for me. It helped me strengthen multiple areas of my drawing style, and the feedback from my mentor was both precise and insightful,always actionable and relevant to my goals. Beyond the technical improvements, the mentorship gave me a real boost of motivation and confidence and clarity for what to focus on next.

I had such great feedback, response and advice during my mentorship. I enjoyed the entire program and my time in it, creating images and getting advice from a pro. I really appreciate everyone I had the chance to interact with.

I would highly recommend this mentorship at any stage of an illustrator’s career. The program offers exceptional, professional guidance from an experienced mentor and leads to market-ready portfolio work. To get the most out of the experience, it is essential to communicate your goals clearly and confidently from the start, as mentorship is a collaborative process. When aligned with what truly excites you, this program can strongly refine both your portfolio and professional direction. I'm truly grateful to my mentor Bhavi and CEO Edward for the clarity I now have!

I had a great time discussing my portfolio with Edward and Kate throughout these 11 weeks. I feel more aligned with my goals, focused on what I need to do, and excited for my own potential. The artistic guidance from Kate and professional advice from Edward validated my strengths, but gave me a lot to work on. Moving forward, I feel prepared. My only wish with this program was to have more video chats with everyone, so I could discuss more in depth my previous work, what it’s like working with publishers, and what specific changes I can make with my online presence. Nonetheless, I felt like I maximized the moments I spoke with everyone and I’m grateful.

I really felt that this program was the push I needed in the right direction for my art. I was challenged in the best ways and got amazing feedback throughout. I learned lots of valuable information about the industry that I would otherwise have been in the dark about. I feel inspired and so excited to continue this journey!

Vicky patiently and warmly answered all my questions, making my signing and onboarding with Advocate Art truly easy and welcoming ! I was immediately given clear and detailed explanations on setting up my portal account as well as useful ressources. It gives me confidence for what's next. Thanks :)

Ed was very helpful and specific about where my strengths as an illustrator lie in the industry. It's easy to tell he enjoys working with artists and helping them reach their goals.

Really informative and relevant for today’s market, they really want you to do well!

My experience with the mentorship program was very positive. It helped me identify my strengths and the areas I need to improve in my portfolio. I am very satisfied and grateful, and I completed the program with a clear sense of the path I need to follow from now on.

Fantastic experience! Thanks to the mentorship, I'm more prepared to take the big step into the industry. I'm very grateful to Aurora and Ed for listening and providing personal feedback. This opportunity inspires me to keep working with a more solid goal in mind.

I’ve had a wonderful experience signing and onboarding with Advocate Art. Everything was clear, well-organised, and supportive from the very beginning. Vicky guided me through each step, making the whole process really smooth for me. I’m really happy to be part of the agency and appreciate how welcoming the team has been.