This week was mostly focused on designing concepts, as well as learning different types of Python script. In my Vector Imaging class, I am taking on the project of redesigning Spirit Halloween’s mascot. This makes me rather nervous, but I’m excited to get started. Overall, I found some energy this week that I couldn’t last week. I’m hoping this trend continues, as I have several deadlines in my future that I cannot afford to miss. The most interesting thing I saw this week was on yesterday. On Thursday we watched a presentation by Jenny Tod, a graphic designer who owns a multi-disciplined team of highly passionate workers. While most of the presentation was something I found interesting, the thing that caught my attention the most was the fact that she seemed interested in people who were self reliant, and able to reach out about opportunities rather than waiting for them. I found this interesting, since it seems in today’s job market–the act of reaching out could potentially harm your credit with a company. I am considering contacting her to ask her some of my own follow-up questions on the industry itself, and what she would recommend when it comes to self-advertising–as I find myself to be incredibly flexible without a distinct style of design. This has caused me to have a variety within my portfolio, and I wonder if this could be beneficial or harmful.
As I am in the process of considering my next moves in order to be successful in the future, I had gone through Glassdoor found three jobs I would be interested in.
Soft skills
- Consult with clients on updates within the project, a well as be open to clients on changes.
- Establish excellent rapport with clientele in order to best represent all of the world personalities and most prestigious properties correctly.
- Be responsible for the production and management of the projects that you take–this includes doing research related to the project and what the client expects.
Technical/Design Skills
- Previous experience with freelance or scholastic graphic design or web design.
- Working knowledge of other design programs and the ability to learn quickly if needed.
- Provide a variety of concepts and mock-ups for a client can choose from in order to create the best product.
Software/Languages
- Javascript
- InDesign
- Photoshop
- Dreamweaver
- HTML
Contract Advanced PowerPoint Specialist (Crowe)
Soft skills
- Collaborate with subject matter experts, marketing teams, and other stakeholders to gather content and understand presentation objectives
- Translate client business requirements, user needs, and technical requirements into designs that are visually enticing, easy to use, and emotionally engaging
- Provide creative input and recommendations to elevate the quality and effectiveness of presentations
Technical/Design Skills
- Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all presentations, adhering to company guidelines.
- Stay updated with design trends, tools, and techniques to continuously improve your skill set and deliver cutting-edge presentations.
- Understanding of UX/UI principles and their application in presentation design.
Software/Languages
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Figma
Graphic Designer Manager – Multimedia
Soft skills
- Self-starter with strong work ethic and ability to manage own time and take initiative.
- Experience working in a professional services organization.
- Demonstrated project management and organization skills, and close attention to detail.
Technical/Design Skills
- Exceptional knowledge of storyboarding, visual design principals and animation.
- Apply design thinking to overall creative approach and execution.
- Blend photography, imagery, graphics, copy, and multimedia elements to create
high-impact materials that distinguish the Deloitte U.S. Firms in the marketplace and
help grow the Tax business.
Software/Languages
- Adobe After Effects
- JavaScript
- HTML
- MS Office
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