Graphic Design Portfolio Strategies For Print And Digital Media

Author : Robert Rowe,Gary Will,Harold Linton
Publisher : Pearson
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Art portfolios
ISBN : 0136140319

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Graphic Design Portfolio Strategies for Print and Digital Media by Robert Rowe,Gary Will,Harold Linton Pdf

This book presents the task of creating that all-important portfolio for today's print and interactive design fields in a manageable series of steps. "The beauty of Graphic design portfolio strategies lies in its numerous colorful graphics and examples of former students' outstanding work. While the authors stress repeatedly the importance of not copying ideas from these examples, it was the figures and images that really grab my attention..." - Tracey Norden Wofford, Mercer University Graphic Design Portfolio Strategies for Print and Digital Media serves as a sourcebook for graphic design students who are planning the design of their portfolio for applications to graduate schools, grants, scholarships, employment opportunities, and fellowships. Strategies in design principles are illustrated with examples of successful portfolios from design students along with tips and insights from top professionals in the field. Addressing the concerns of students transitioning into their design profession, Portfolio Laboratory for Graphic Design takes a thoughtful approach to the choices at every step of the portfolio design process, including selecting appropriate work, deciding among various printing and binding methods, establishing a web presence, and giving the entire presentation a unique and personal quality. This book would be appropriate for any senior level class in portfolio development, while also being useful for new professionals considering the next stage in their career.

Author : Debbie Rose Myers
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2013-10-21
Category : Design
ISBN : 1118716612

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The Graphic Designer's Guide to Portfolio Design by Debbie Rose Myers Pdf

Landing a job in graphic design or multimedia starts with the creation of a portfolio that showcases a student's best work. With sample portfolios, interviews with leaders in graphic design and advertising industries, and step-by-step instruction for creating professional print and digital portfolios, this book helps students successfully transition from design student to design professional. Now fully updated, it is the only guide to creating job-winning print-based and digital portfolios specifically for graphic designers.

Author : Debbie Rose Myers
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10-21
Category : Design
ISBN : 9781118428146

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The Graphic Designer's Guide to Portfolio Design by Debbie Rose Myers Pdf

Landing a job in graphic design or multimedia starts with the creation of a portfolio that showcases a student's best work. With sample portfolios, interviews with leaders in graphic design and advertising industries, and step-by-step instruction for creating professional print and digital portfolios, this book helps students successfully transition from design student to design professional. Now fully updated, it is the only guide to creating job-winning print-based and digital portfolios specifically for graphic designers.

Author : Maura Keller
Publisher : Rockport Publishers
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2010-05-01
Category : Design
ISBN : 9781616738761

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Design Matters: Portfolios 01 by Maura Keller Pdf

During the past few years, portfolio management and self-promotion have taken on a far greater role within a graphic designer’s business model. The degree to which they can increase their earned revenue through exceptionally defined, marketing-oriented promotions and portfolio management is paramount. These individuals and agencies now identify their product as cultural tourism and stress the role of their work as economic generators. This book defines the core elements of self-promotion and portfolio creation and provides the insights graphic designers need to showcase their work in unique and creative ways. Case studies demonstrate the different techniques designers use to create successful portfolios for different audiences and measure the results of those efforts. The book also details how often portfolios should be updated and distributed and determine workable budgets to produce a great portfolio.

Author : Harold Linton,William Engel
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2017-08-10
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781628925838

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Portfolio Design for Interiors by Harold Linton,William Engel Pdf

Portfolio Design for Interiors teaches the aspiring interior designer how to create a professional quality portfolio. Using real examples of outstanding student portfolios, authors Harold Linton and William Engel demonstrate how to analyze, organize, problem-solve, and convey diverse types of visual and text information in various forms of historic, contemporary, and innovative styles. The text features a robust art program and examples of various presentation applications, including graduate study, employment, scholarships, grants, competitions, and fellowships. This is an accessible and comprehensive resource for students learning professional portfolio design.

Author : Joe Greek
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2014-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781477778890

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A Career in Computer Graphics and Design by Joe Greek Pdf

Career-seekers looking for a field that will take advantage of their artistic talents will find this volume immensely helpful. Readers will learn about the varied environments in which graphic designers work and the expectations that different kinds of companies have of their employees. They’ll learn how high school courses, college courses, extracurricular activities, online training resources, and internships can help prepare them for careers in computer and graphic design. There are even practical tips on getting and keeping your first job in this competitive field, as well as a useful overview of the tools and software of the trade.

Author : Alex Russell
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2011-06-01
Category : Design
ISBN : 9782940411474

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The Fundamentals of Printed Textile Design by Alex Russell Pdf

This book provides an introduction to the creative skills, knowledge and processes required in order to produce a professional, creative and commercially aware portfolio of printed textiles.

Author : Stephen Pite
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2003-01-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 061391466X

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Digital Designer by Stephen Pite Pdf

Central to this full-color book is a series of progressively challenging projects, ranging from traditional print to sophisticated Web sites, interactive CDs and multimedia, and 3-D motion graphics. Heavily illustrated with compelling work by students enrolled in graphic design programs across the U.S., "The Digital Designer takes readers step-by-step through the design process with unprecedented attention to developing and refining the design concept, as well as the execution strategy. Narrative solicited directly from graphic design instructors accompanies illustrations, helping to explain and reinforce important digital design principles and methods. The result is a book that empowers 21st century graphic designers, enabling them to work effectively across a wide range of fully digital and exponentially expansive media.

Author : Cynthia Baron
Publisher : New Riders
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780321637512

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Designing a Digital Portfolio by Cynthia Baron Pdf

Portfolios have always been artists' most valuable tools for communicating their talents to the outside world, whether to potential employers or galleries or clients. But the days of sketches and slides have given way to arrangements of digital assets that are both simpler and more complex than their traditional analog counterparts. Instructor and design professional Cynthia Baron covers all the facets that artists need to know, from choosing the best work for a particular audience to using various file formats to organizing, designing, and presenting the portfolio. Beautiful full-color illustrations demonstrate her instructions, and case studies throughout portray examples of attractive and effective portfolio design. This book gives artists at any level a creative edge, ensuring that their portfolios get noticed and help them stand out from the crowd.

Author : Fig Taylor
Publisher : Laurence King Publishing
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2013-10-07
Category : Design
ISBN : 9781780676449

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How to Create a Portfolio & Get Hired Second Edition by Fig Taylor Pdf

This book shows those embarking on an illustration or graphic design career how best to put together an effective, professional portfolio. It discusses what to include and how to organize and display the work, and also advises on presentation techniques and self-promotion. Both print and digital portfolios are covered. Deciding who to approach for work is of key importance whether you are looking for a full-time position or freelance work, and the book maps out the creative marketplace, examining the main areas of work and describing the types of position available in each, and how the commissioning process works. Tips are included from commissioners and practitioners working in magazine and book publishing, design, advertising, TV/film and beyond, as well as agents and educators. The book also features a listings section detailing online resources and publications to aid research, suppliers, specialist libraries, industry-related trade fairs and professional organizations. First edition ISBN: 9781856696722

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 690 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Authors, American
ISBN : UCSD:31822037943222

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The Writers Directory by Anonim Pdf

Author : David Dabner,Sandra Stewart,Abbie Vickress
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 992 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2017-04-26
Category : Design
ISBN : 9781119433279

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Graphic Design School by David Dabner,Sandra Stewart,Abbie Vickress Pdf

The essential introduction to graphic design for the digital era Graphic Design School provides a comprehensive introduction to visual design for modern media. From the fundamentals of design to advanced techniques and problem solving, this book is packed with practical advice and tutorials for a broad range of applications in any media. This updated sixth edition features a wealth of new guidance that reflects the evolution of the field, including extensive discussion of digital design and resourcing. New discussion tackles User Experience and User Interface Design, plus the latest tools, requirements, and resources for designing for the web, mobile apps, social media, and more. Updated assignments reflect the latest graphic design processes and guide students through the transition from simple solutions to starter portfolio pieces, while full-color illustrations, case studies, and designer biographies bring real-world perspective to this complex, multi-faceted skill. As media continues to evolve, graphic designers must possess a core set of competencies that translate across all applications. This book teaches the critical concepts and essential skills that build the framework for successful, innovative design. Master the principles, elements, and tools of design Delve into typography, color, and layout for print and screen Understand coding requirements and information architecture Design for apps, social media, mobile devices, and more Graphic design has never been a static field, and the continual honing of skills and techniques is an essential part of the job. Innovation comes from change, and today's design landscape is evolving at an ever-increasing pace—expanding diversity in media, audience, topic, technique, tools, and more offer unprecedented opportunity to make your mark. Graphic Design School equips you with a rock-solid foundation to support whatever your talent builds.

Author : Stephen Pite
Publisher : OnWord Press
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0766873471

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The Digital Designer by Stephen Pite Pdf

This graphic design textbook introduces design strategies that communicate visually and solve business needs. The first of the two sections deals with design for print with full-color examples of student designs for business stationery, entertainment promotions, advertising campaigns, books, and packaging. The final chapters discuss the design principles of interactive CD-ROMs, web sites, and motion graphics.

Author : Cynthia L. Baron
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1900
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1027139408

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Designing a Digital Portfolio by Cynthia L. Baron Pdf

This is the eBook version of the printed book. If the print book includes a CD-ROM, this content is not included within the eBook version. Portfolios have always been artists' most valuable tools for communicating their talents to the outside world, whether to potential employers or galleries or clients. But the days of sketches and slides have given way to arrangements of digital assets that are both simpler and more complex than their traditional analog counterparts. Instructor and design professional Cynthia Baron covers all the facets that artists need to know, from choosing the best work.

Author : Denise Anderson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Art
ISBN : 0134134087

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Stand Out by Denise Anderson Pdf

The design marketplace has never been more competitive, or demanded more from emerging talent. To succeed, you must navigate the transition from learner to professional with purpose and precision. In Stand Out: Building Your Design Portfolio, Denise Anderson offers a hands-on, three-step, full-color action plan for establishing your unique brand, crafting a killer portfolio, tailoring and delivering your message, getting your perfect design job, and excelling once you're hired. In this superbly organized and beautifully designed book, Anderson distills 20+ years of experience as a graphic designer, entrepreneur, instructor, and mentor, offering you powerful insights and easy-to-use tools for successfully launching your career. Whether you're in graphic design, advertising design, interactive or web design, fashion, or any other design field, Anderson will help you identify what makes you unique, and use it powerfully differentiate yourself from everyone else. Stand Out's step-by-step approach, hands-on work exercises, and short, easy-to-absorb chapters guide you through: Clarifying your brand purpose and unique attributes Designing your brand identity, encompassing all brand touchpoints Creating an online presence that showcases you at your best Self-promoting your brand, from social media to print "leave-behinds" Optimizing your portfolio for the industry and company where you want to work Discovering what's hot in portfolio design and strategy - and what's not Understanding what employers want from you Producing your digital and/or print portfolio Choosing your mentor(s) and creating your personal advisory board Developing a personal job plan you can start executing right now Protecting your work against theft Identifying your dream job Writing and designing outstanding resumes and job-specific cover letters Interviewing and presenting your work effectively Accepting a position and negotiating salary Succeeding in your first job, and preparing for the next Stand Out brings together all the easy-to-use forms, checklists, and tools you'll need... multiple examples of great student and young professional portfolio work to show you how it's done... dozens of great tips and tricks... "in the trenches" insights from recent graduates... all you need to get where you want to go