Adobe Flash CS4: The Professional Portfolio

Rising above its humble beginnings, Adobe Flash is now acknowledged as the premier application for building digital animation. Part of the Against The Clock Professional Portfolio Series, this book on Adobe Flash CS4 prepares readers for a career in the animation and motion art professions. From basic drawing to simple frame animations to complex video-enhanced materials, this book helps readers build requisite skills while allowing creative talent to emerge. Completing the eight step-by-step projects and eight Portfolio Builders in this book will ensure readers are ready to meet the demands of today's fast-paced workplaces. By combining assigned, hands-on exercises with self-paced, self-directed projects, readers learn the necessary skills for pursuing a career in graphics design - while developing a robust portfolio that's certain to impress potential employers.