Creating a Successful Graphic Design Portfolio (Paperback)

Introduction Chapter 1: I am about to graduate, now what? The design student The professional designers Advice and information on transitioning from student to professional Chapter 2: My portfolio What to include The cross-disciplinary portfolio Formats (print, web, interactive iPad options) How to write about design How to photograph design work Design bootcamp: layouts, typography and grids that work Format ideas Production ideas Chapter 3: Portfolio clinic [Examples of good and bad portfolios with production notes and commentary from designers from a range of backgrounds and experience.] Chapter 4: My design career Introduction to the design community Key factors to choosing your career path Notable employers Professional associations Continuing education Conferences, competitions, and awards My career path (traditional agency, digital agency, consultancy, design studio, in-house or startup) Chapter 5: Making it: how to have a great career Resume clinic Cover letter clinic Templates Chapter 6: Toolbox Resources Sample forms Templates Index