Graphic Design
Digital Media
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Chapter 1: Applying the Art of Design
Entering the field of graphic design, there are plenty of career choices that present themselves after one graduates. Although there are several different avenues one can pursue, there are some general areas that most graphic designers will find themselves in once they graduate from school.
To name a few:
Design Studios
In-House Design
Printing Companies
Freelance Work
Design Studios are located around the country, and really provide a great variety of work for a designer. Clients come from all different backgrounds and also have varying needs. On the plus side of working for a design studio, the ability to work with peers who have different ideas, ensures that the customer will get the best possible solution for their needs. Bouncing ideas off of fellow employees creates a very open and creative atmosphere that can be beneficial in creating a final product that both meets the needs of the client, and holds up to personal design standards. Something to be aware of in this field is that time is of the essence, and working quickly and efficiently as essential to being successful in this area of employment. Sizes of studios can vary based on geographical location, and client demand. While smaller studios will work with only a few clients, recurring, larger studios will work with a wider range of clients and take on more jobs due to employee size. Job positions at design studios include but are not limited to:
Designers
Production Artists
Account Service Representatives
Illustrators
Photographers
Some studios, depending on size and demand, will either have illustrators and photographers on staff, or will have them on call. The clientele for studios is another aspect that will vary from studio to studio, but clients that one can expect to get while working here are: Advertising Agencies who hire out for some of their work, institutions that do not
Presentation Script
Chapter 1: Applying the Art of Design
Entering the field of graphic design, there are plenty of career choices that present themselves after one graduates. Although there are several different avenues one can pursue, there are some general areas that most graphic designers will find themselves in once they graduate from school.
To name a few:
Design Studios
In-House Design
Printing Companies
Freelance Work
Design Studios are located around the country, and really provide a great variety of work for a designer. Clients come from all different backgrounds and also have varying needs. On the plus side of working for a design studio, the ability to work with peers who have different ideas, ensures that the customer will get the best possible solution for their needs. Bouncing ideas off of fellow employees creates a very open and creative atmosphere that can be beneficial in creating a final product that both meets the needs of the client, and holds up to personal design standards. Something to be aware of in this field is that time is of the essence, and working quickly and efficiently as essential to being successful in this area of employment. Sizes of studios can vary based on geographical location, and client demand. While smaller studios will work with only a few clients, recurring, larger studios will work with a wider range of clients and take on more jobs due to employee size. Job positions at design studios include but are not limited to:
Designers
Production Artists
Account Service Representatives
Illustrators
Photographers
Some studios, depending on size and demand, will either have illustrators and photographers on staff, or will have them on call. The clientele for studios is another aspect that will vary from studio to studio, but clients that one can expect to get while working here are: Advertising Agencies who hire out for some of their work, institutions that do not