Project: Invitation Design

Performance Objectives: (Things you will be able to learn...) and Criteria (This is how well it has to be done...)

Instructions: Select a score for each outcome below based on the following scale...

0= No exposure, experience or knowledge in this area. Cannot perform any part of the task at a level sufficient for participation. 1= Can do most parts of the task. Demonstrates partial understanding of the competency. Need instruction and/or supervision.

2= Can complete the task with limited supervision. Demonstrates a very good understanding of the competency. 3= Demonstrates excellent understanding of the competency. Can work independently without supervision. 4= Can teach the competency / skill to others.

1. Use and refer to folds by their standard common names by researching common folds and incorporating different folds into your designs
   0 1 2 3 4
   
   

1. Use standard US postal regulations by researching standard envelope sizes and US postal regulations
   0 1 2 3 4
   
   
2. Save file for a service provider by saving all graphics, fonts and pagelayout files
   0 1 2 3 4
   
   
3. Develop raster and/or vector native files for the invitation that are set in the correct resolution
   0 1 2 3 4
   
   
4. Kern and set leading of type by visually checking spacing of the type within the headline and body text of the invitation
   0 1 2 3 4
   
   
5. Determine and scan line art / photographic imagery in correct resolution in correct resolution by setting the artwork for the invitation advertisement to print 133 lpi
   0 1 2 3 4
   
   
6. Find resources to solve technical problems by using the software help menus, textbooks, online resources and communicating with colleagues
   0 1 2 3 4
   
   
7. Maintain a positive attitude when computer problems arise by remaining calm under pressure and in stressful situations
   0 1 2 3 4
   
   
8. Create duotones by researching duotones and pantone colors that work well together and are effective
   0 1 2 3 4
   
   
9. Indicate die cuts on artwork to create irregular shapes in paper or paperboard for production of a die
   0 1 2 3 4
   
   
10. If necessary, trap ink colors by setting the thickness, height/width, tint reduction and other options using the Pathfinder Trap dialog box
    0 1 2 3 4
    
    
11. Prepare an accurate and complete request for quotation form to help a printer better understand the job specifications and to receive comparable prices from various printers (pgs 179-80 Getting It Printed)
    0 1 2 3 4
    
    
12. Choose standard paper weights and sizes by researching and choosing paper stocks that will be cost effective
    0 1 2 3 4

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