Career Project - Tobi McKeough by Tobi McKeough https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4 en-us 2023-11-27 14:46:07 UTC 2023-12-12 13:50:02 UTC hello@padlet.com 1. What is the career and what industry/career field does it fit into? tomc0693 https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813080717 Graphic designers conceptualize and produce graphic art and visual materials to effectively communicate information for publications, advertising, films, packaging, posters, signs and interactive media such as Web sites and CDs.

]]> 2023-12-04 15:52:42 UTC https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813080717 2. What does someone in that career do? tomc0693 https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813083625 Graphic Designers:

  • Take on design projects and manage them  

  • Buy materials and come up with cost breakdowns for clients

  • Find inspiration from other graphic designers

  • Adapt designs for clients

  • Consult with clients

  • Makes sketches and layouts for businesses, organizations and individuals

]]> 2023-12-04 15:54:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813083625 3. What are the physical work conditions? tomc0693 https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813091123 The physical work conditions of a graphic designer consist of sitting down for long periods, working inside, and working with technology to animate/design. 

]]> 2023-12-04 15:58:56 UTC https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813091123 4. What skills are required/important? tomc0693 https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813093226 Skills that are important:

  • Detail oriented 

  • Computer program knowledge

  • Foundational art skills

  • Creativity

  • Teamwork

  • Flexibility

  • Professionalism

  • Time management

]]> 2023-12-04 16:00:17 UTC https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813093226 6. Where is one place you can get the training and how much does it cost? tomc0693 https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813108342 One place I could get the training/education is Holland College, tuition for the 2 years is around $15,000.

]]> 2023-12-04 16:09:41 UTC https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813108342 5. What education or training is required and how long does the program take? tomc0693 https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813122697 Holland College: The Diploma in Graphic Design is a 2-year program.

]]> 2023-12-04 16:19:06 UTC https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813122697 8. What are the work prospects? tomc0693 https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813125372 Work prospects are moderate in PEI according to the Job Bank website.

]]> 2023-12-04 16:20:45 UTC https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813125372 9. Where are the most opportunities located? Can you find work inside/outside PEI tomc0693 https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813130537 Work prospects are moderate in PEI according to the Job Bank website.

]]> 2023-12-04 16:24:09 UTC https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2813130537 8. Work prospects are moderate in PEI according to the Job Bank website. tomc0693 https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2816206800 2023-12-06 16:10:56 UTC https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2816206800 10: Why do you feel you are suited for this career? tomc0693 https://padlet.com/tomc0693/s9t7tu7egpzy6li4/wish/2816210465 I've been interested in art since I was young, it's a big part of my life, and is one of my passions.

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