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DSGN 368: Professional Practices for Illustrators

Design · 3 credits

This course will cover strategies and tools that are integral in preparing for a professional career as an illustrator. There will be emphasis on bringing the student’s unique creative vision to the forefront in curating and presenting a portfolio of work. Students will create promotional materials, curate a portfolio and begin steps for building an online presence. Research will involve illustration venues, branding, online identity and inspiration. Lectures will cover market niches, finding work, self-promotion, current practices within illustration, pricing, and working with art directors. The course will also reveal how to build a professional audience through the use of social media and crucial practices such as billing, contracts, and the pros and cons of artist representation.

Offered in 7 of the 26 listed terms (Spring 2021 to Spring 2027).

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