Inside are the tools you need to get your design career off to a strong start–and maintain it for the long haul. Peg Faimon provides a comprehensive guide to basic business issues in today's competitive marketplace. Whether you just graduated from college, are building a freelance business, or are starting your own firm, this book will give you the confidence and knowledge to create a successful and fulfilling career. You'll learn how to:
- Research different career paths in design and organize your job search
- Craft an effective portfolio and master interview techniques
- Maintain a professional image and network to ensure a consistent stream of paying projects
- Collaborate effectively with clients, other designers and experts in other professions (like printers, writers, marketers and executives)
- Establish a freelance business, develop your in-house career or kick start your own firm
- Stay fresh and move forward in the ever-changing world of graphic design