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The Designer of 2015

Posted by: Kayce Bayer on: January 13, 2012

If you are planning to be a designer in the near future (say in the next 3 years or so), AIGA and Adobe has come together to define the qualifications and expectations of the Designer of 2015.  Read their Designer of 2015 Competencies and Trends and more.

The Secret to Good Work

Posted by: jb1789 on: November 15, 2011

During the 2×4 field trip, David Stevenson recommended this cool employee handbook from one of the largest Ad Agencies in the nation: Crispin Porter and Bogusky or CP+B. Basically if you get a job there, they hand you this little book to get you used to their company culture.  It has lots of tips and [...]

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Amazing visit to 2×4

Posted by: David Rodriguez on: November 14, 2011

On Wednesday some of our design students took a short trip (2 blocks) around the corner to visit 2×4, a very cool ad agency who works with such clients as Wrangler and the Chicago Bears. There we met David Stevenson, the president and creative director of the company, whom for two hours, shared his advice [...]

What NOT to include in your Resume!

Posted by: David Rodriguez on: October 29, 2011

Over the course of your adult life, you will hear many recommendations as to what to include in your resume, with many well meaning people giving you some less-than-perfect advice.  Times are a changin and so is the resume; that all important ticket to getting a job. Some of the staples of the resume are [...]

Wood Type, Evolved

Posted by: Kayce Bayer on: September 26, 2011

There is a fabulous show up at Columbia College’s Center for Book and Paper Arts.  It’s all about Wood Type!  I’m organizing a trip for a small group of students to see the show and learn a little about ye ol’ printing process sometime next term.  Until then, check it out on your own or [...]

How do I determine my hourly rate?

Posted by: Denise Johnson on: September 21, 2011

How does one determine their hourly rate? It’s a question that’s popped up a few times in class and honestly, it’s something every designer struggles with. Struggle no more, head over to FreelanceSwitch.com and use their calculator to make sure you’re changing a fair rate!

The truth about Networking

Posted by: David Rodriguez on: September 1, 2011

A student recently asked me to help with some questions he had about networking…. What is the importance of networking? Networking is probably the most important and unfortunately most overlooked aspect of gaining employment. Its important because the reality is that when someone has to fill a position, they don’t want to spend alot of [...]

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Guest speaker + Pop-Up Loop Art Walk this Thursday!

Posted by: Kayce Bayer on: August 2, 2011

To kick-off another opening night event of our Student Portfolio Showcase, we’ve invited a special guest, Becky Richert, to speak about her experience as an Art Director, giving us some insight about the business of Design.  See some of her client projects here:  http://rebeccarichert.com/ This is an event for recent grads and alumni, but current [...]

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Best of Show: Judges’ Choice Award

Posted by: Kayce Bayer on: July 30, 2011

…goes to Michael Baena!  Congratulations, Michael, on being chosen best overall by our secret judges! Better keep an eye out for what he’s doing next.  You can follow him here:  mbillustrations.blogspot.com

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Design Showcase Opening Night

Posted by: Kayce Bayer on: July 30, 2011

Our opening night was a huge success! If you missed the opening, the show is still up through August 13. Gallery hours are Wednesday – Saturday, 11:30 – 5:30. Stop by and check out the work! We will also be open as part of the Pop-Up Art Loop Art Walk this coming Thursday, August 4, [...]

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