design-aerobics: online design courses by designboom — self promotion course : january 17 – march 17, 2012 how to present yourself in a creative world. this course examines different approaches to make sure you and your work are brought to the attention of the people that matter to you.
lesson list
1: why promote yourself?
2: who are you? self portraits (homework)
3: what do you want to do?
4: your future workspace (homework)
5: your course mates (homework results)
6: me, me, me – you as a brand
7: typography
8: designing a logo
9: color
10: personal stationery (homework)
11: designer monographs & promo catalogues
12: your business card (homework results)
13: interview portfolio
14: online portfolio
15: sending work samples
16: CV tips
17: the blogosphere
18: social networking
19: design competitions
20: speakers’ corner
21: exhibition help
22: propaganda – don’t believe the hype
23: ethics in design
24: how to approach studios
25: business etiquette
26: what not to do
27: from renaissance ‘bottega’ to internship
28: why work for free?
29: working freelance
30: starting your own business
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