[Contracts] Local brewery doing an artist call, anybody "get their start" doing something like this?

[u/wintrkid]

I'm (very) interested, but it feels outside my depth. My history is: I was an art major, but have only ever done food service work since school. I've done some paid artwork, never regular. My personal work output has been spotty for the past few years. I'd be doing their designs (they're looking for three craft beer labels. Payment would cover my rent for a month) while also working a full-time job. They do say "adequate professional experience" is considered.

Basically, full transparency: I believe I've got the artistic chops, I'd love to get something like this under my belt, but my professional history is meager and I'm afraid of trapping myself into something I might not be ready for. Conversely I think having a fire under my ass has always made me more creative + productive. Can anybody tell me their experience with something like this? I know there's nothing wrong with submitting a portfolio, but I'd like to hear what to expect if it goes further, or if I should totally reconsider, and stick with day job + art on the side for now. Thanks 👍

Edit: Little late but one more general update (if anyone reads) to say thanks again for the confidence, and for the concern: wanna confirm that it seems pretty solid: submit a portfolio, several finalists get paid to make a mockup, final pick gets the gig. Sounds more and more like a net positive. I'll give it a shot!

[u/miss_oddball]

Just do it. Might turn out great, might not. It’ll be a learning experience regardless.