Opportunities in Commercial Art and Graphic Design Careers (Vgm Opportunities Series) [Paperback]

Barbara Gordon (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1992 | Series: Vgm Opportunities Series

OPPORTUNITIES IN . . . SERIES PROVIDES VALUABLE CAREER INSIGHT TO STUDENTS AND JOB SEEKERS!

The most comprehensive career book series available, Opportunities in . . . explores a vast range of professions.

Each book offers:

• The latest information on a field of interest
• Training and education requirements for each career
• Salary statistics for different positions within each field
• Up-to-date professional and Internet resources

And much more

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Your passport to a successful and rewarding career

Are you looking for the latest information to open the door to the career of your dreams? The nation's largest career books series, VGM's Opportunities in . . . series gives you the inside scoop on more than 100 professions, as well as on all the essential aspects of your potential career, no matter how specialized the field. From the latest training requirements to current salary statistics to the lowdown on life on the job, each book is packed with comprehensive, up-to-date information to help you confidently pursue the profession that's right for you!

In this revised edition of Opportunities in Commercial Art and Graphic Design Careers, you'll find:

• Tips on determining if you have the skills, qualifications, and temperament to make it in commercial art
• Reliable resources for professional internships, art schools, and technical training
• Detailed descriptions of job duties and responsibilities for a wide variety of positions, from layout artist to Web designer to art director
• An expansive overview of possible job markets, including advertising, publishing, film/television, and galleries
• The latest information on the earning potential for both freelance and salaried work
• Job search strategies including assembling a portfolio that will get you noticed

Take the stress out of the career selection process with this indispensable guide that functions as your own personal vocational counselor. You'll find enough expert advice to make an informed, intelligent choice about your career--and your future.

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About the Author

Barbara Gordon is an author, editor, and artists' and photographers' representative. She is an active member of the Society of Illustrators and the Graphic Artists Guild.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 148 pages
• Publisher: Vgm Career Horizons; Rev edition (April 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0844240060
• ISBN-13: 978-0844240060
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,228,787 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Very informitive, April 5, 2000

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This review is from: Opportunities in Commercial Art and Graphic Design Careers (Vgm Opportunites Series (Paper)) (Paperback)

I was researching the career of a graphic designer for a school project, and I this book explained and answered all of my questins. And get this, I got an "A" on my report!