GRDSN 213: Design Projects V

Project: Magazine Design

Due Date: TBA

Student Examples: Bob Bartlett, Gina Bendowsky, Mutsumi Kokubu, Kenani LeBold, Eric Miller, Kayce Rehn Other Examples of Past Student Work

Terminology: Nameplate, Two Page SpreadResources:

Before and After: www.pagelab.com

Exercises: Research Magazine Designs

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:

1. Meet Deadline by delivering the roughs and final comprehensive logo and magazine layout on the stated date
   
   0 1 2 3 4
   
2. Respect client's point of view by using appropriate language, speaking politely and asking questions when it is appropriate
   
   0 1 2 3 4
   
3. Attend and participate in all client meetings by showing up on time and being prepared for work
   
   0 1 2 3 4
   
4. Pay absolute attention to detail by...
1. checking letter spacing
2. checking spelling and grammar
3. checking punctuation
   
   0 1 2 3 4
   
5. Follow oral and written communication by attending all meetings and checking email
   
   0 1 2 3 4
   
6. Act, speak and ask questions in a professional manner by...
   1. looking as if you are prepared to work
   2. speaking politely and respectfully of others and the work at hand
   3. asking appropriate questions
   4. having a positive attitude
   5. having a sense of humor
      
      0 1 2 3 4
      
7. Produce visual elements in the magazine that are appropriate / effective in representing the client / product / service by choosing graphics that...
   1. Represent the company, service or product in a positive way
   2. Do not offend people
   3. Contain logo and layout that has a unique mood and personality
   4. Present a clear information hierarchy
   5. Demonstrate creative ways to combine type, color and imagery.
      
      0 1 2 3 4
      
8. Deliver magazine files to the appropriate destination by placing the files on the server and in the correct folder
   
   
   0 1 2 3 4
   
9. Craft each visual element in the magazine with an attention to detail by...
1. kerning type and setting the leading
2. crafting bezier curves accurately
3. not distorting imagery in the final comprehensive magazine
   
   0 1 2 3 4
   
10. Incorporate all client information provided including all copy, logo and other elements supplied by the client in the magazine
    
    0 1 2 3 4
    
11. Maintain a positive attitude in the face of discouragement by looking at problems as an opportunity to learn something new
    
    0 1 2 3 4
    
12. Produce a magazine that functions correctly by making sure that all of the links work, graphic files show up and imagery is not distorted
    

Suggestions for improvement: