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GRDSN 213: Design Projects V

Project: Magazine

Terminology: Nameplate, Two Page Spread

Before and After: www.pagelab.com

Exercises: Research Magazine 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= Clearly does not demonstrate competency.
1= Demonstrates basic understanding of competency.
2= Demonstrates clear understanding of competency.
3= Demonstrates competency with clarity, uniqueness and depth.
4= Demonstrates competency at a professional work level.

1. Meet deadline by delivering the roughs and final project 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...

  • checking letter spacing
  • checking spelling and grammar
  • 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...

  • looking as if you are prepared to work
  • speaking politely and respectfully of others and the work at hand
  • asking appropriate questions
  • having a positive attitude
  • having a sense of humor

0 1 2 3 4

7. Produce visual elements in the brochure that...

  • Represent the company, service or product in a positive way
  • Do not offend people
  • Contain logo and layout that has a unique mood and personality
  • Present a clear information hierarchy
  • 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 brochure with an attention to detail by...

  • kerning type and setting the leading
  • crafting bezier curves accurately
  • not distorting imagery in the final piece

0 1 2 3 4

10. Incorporate all client information provided including all copy, logo and other elements supplied by the client

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

0 1 2 3 4

Suggestions for improvement: