# Creative Global Grads to Watch in 2008 Wallpaper* Graduates Directory By Wallpaper* | Published 2007-12-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallpaper-graduates-directory References: [wallpaper](http://www.wallpaper.com/news/wallpaper-graduate-directory/1936) & [wallpaper](http://www.wallpaper.com/news/wallpaper-graduate-directory/1936) The new blood who's who of the creative world: 110 [recent graduates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gradcut) from all over the globe in the [fields of fashion, design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jonathan-radetz), graphics, photography, art, illustration, jewellery, textiles and architecture are promoted in the prestigious Wallpaper* Graduates Directory. It's a fully [interactive database](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sparkbites) so you can search by school, region or discipline and find out who's an up and coming star... whether you're deciding on where to do your Masters or trying to find the next big name in photography, this is a worthy resource. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Interactive Graduate Directories:** Online directories that feature recent graduates in various creative fields, allowing users to search and discover up-and-coming talent. - **Global Networking for Creative Professionals:** Platforms that connect creative professionals from around the world, facilitating collaboration and the exchange of ideas and opportunities. - **Digital Portfolio Platforms:** Online platforms that provide a space for creative professionals to showcase their work and skills, attracting potential clients and job opportunities. ### Who This Affects Most - **Education:** Educational institutions can leverage interactive graduate directories to showcase their successful alumni and attract potential students. - **Creative Industries:** Networking platforms for creative professionals can disrupt traditional models of talent discovery and facilitate cross-industry collaboration. - **Technology:** Digital portfolio platforms offer disruptive innovation opportunities by revolutionizing the way creative professionals showcase their work and connect with potential clients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [New-Generation Artful Urban Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-project.md) - [Creative Career Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designwhiz-v2.md) - [Next Generation Art Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designers-of-tomorrow.md) - [Climate-Awareness Soft Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamstones.md) - [Designer Portfolio Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-designers.md) - [Design Inspiration Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collection-directory.md) - [Groundbreaking Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindcraft-project.md) - [Emerging Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dry-cleaning-exhibition.md) - [Digital-Themed Glitchy Visual Wallpapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glitch-wallpaper.md)