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Graphic Artists Guild Handbook: Pricing & Ethical Guidelines [GRAPHIC ARTISTS GUILD HAND-12E] [Paperback]

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  • Paperback
  • Publisher: Graphic Artists Guild; 12 edition (September 30, 2007)
  • ASIN: B0029HVTWA
  • Product Dimensions: 11.7 x 6.9 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,334,210 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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16 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I'm a graduating senior in Illustration and I bought this book to use as a guideline for prices but when I brought it in to school all of my teachers, who are working illustrators them selves told me I wasted my money. They told me that this book is only useful as a first indication to someone like me who has literally no idea of what market value for different illustrations are but that the information in this book is obtained by surveys sent out to illustrators and designers. In some cases they got 4 back, 3 of which were from retired people, meaning that for that section the information is just 1 persons opinion, though it's presented as the final word on the situation. As a result of the book being compiled this way the prices almost never change or go up and this book is a large contributing factor to the fact that prices for illustration and design are still in the same place they were 20 years ago. This book is only good for someone who has no idea at all what to charge, but it does more harm then good and at the advice of every working illustrator and designer I've talked to it's a waste of money.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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I've illustrated over 20 children's books, 10 of which without this book. Once I used the contracts from this book, I got paid what my time was worth! Great tips on pricing what your work and time. Most importantly, selling artist usage rights to multiple users. Who says your efforts can't be duplicated from one project to the next. This book is Gold! Pick up a copy and use it! Only for serious individuals wanting to do business in the real world. I recommend this book to authors, publishers, and anyone I work with.
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I can tell you from first hand experience that there is absolutely NO SHORTAGE of employers who are ready to swindle out-of-work designers. I've ran into an employer that had me doing senior level work as an un-paid intern (I am happy to say that I wrangled money out of her in the end). And on another occasion there was an employer that as part of the interview had me work for 3 hours on her project under the pretense of testing my skills!

These people are parasites and although I've learned the hard way, there will always be other fresh meat to take advantage of. Which is why if you are a legitimate designer or artist for hire, I highly recommend purchasing this book from the Graphic Artists Guild. I wish I had bought the book before I even graduated as the information is invaluable. Not only is it helpful for you but it is also helps raise the standard of the field as a whole.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Graphic Artists Guild Handbook: Pricing & Ethical Guidelines (Graphic...
Good source of knowledge if you plan on starting your own Graphic Design business. I paid $23.10 with free shipping.
Published 10 months ago by donutman925
A must for graphic designers
If you're an independent free-lance designer you should have a copy of this book. It's full of the best practical information you can find anywhere. Read more
Published 11 months ago by James Angel
if your an artist and enjoy getting money for doing what you love, buy...
Your going to need this book if your a freelance artist of any kind. plenty of sample contracts and pricing guides to help you along the way get your monies worth for your time... Read more
Published 13 months ago by BEST F'ING REVIEWER TO REVIEW
Great!
The Guide is a great resource for basic information I needed. This great primer is being helpful in determining prices I should charge, legal protection and resources. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Eri
Good for Beginners
I purchased this in hopes of using it to refine my contracts and proposals, but it falls a little short. Read more
Published on May 12, 2010 by Scott C. Boggs
A book every artist should have.
Full of information most of us do not really think about, like pricing, contracts, etc. Worth every penny.
Published on March 14, 2010 by Ashleymarie DeBondt
Great reference for freelance / contract designers & illustrators
I first saw this series of books when working in house in the late 90's. I somewhat forgot about them until seeing the book at a local Big New bookstore, where I picked up the most... Read more
Published on June 9, 2009 by Clancy Wiggum
Very resourceful
I'm a freelance graphic/web designer who is looking for good resources on developing contracts and average pay rates. This is by far a very handy resource to have around.
Published on June 8, 2009 by Maria C. Hernandez
Cant go wrong
If you are in the graphics industry this is the book for you...everything from prices to practices...love this book.
Published on December 20, 2008 by G. Mortillaro
I was so pleased with this purchase
I was so pleased with this purchase. I received the book quickly, and it was like new. The Book itself is like a Bible for freelance artists.
Published on October 14, 2008 by Elizabeth A. Whisler
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