Portfolio of Student Work
Course Outline
Course Identification
ART 230: Digital Design Internship
Credit hours: 3
Contact hours:11: lecture 1, clinical 11
Pre-requisite: ART 182, ART 184, ART 186 and consent of internship coordinator or instructor
Course Description
This internship provides an opportunity for students to learn firsthand how a digital artist/designer handles day-to-day assignments. Student interns either work directly with experienced designers approved by the Internship Coordinator or work under contract with clients on a freelance basis. They also attend a seminar for one hour per week to discuss internship activities and problems, and develop a means to close the gap between theory and on-the-job reality. Fee is required. (11 contact hours)
Textbooks/Reading List
Required Texts
Platform
Macintosh iMac, OS X
Course Concepts
Course Content Outcomes
Assessment of Student Learning
Schedule
See class calendar.
ART 230: Digital Design Internship
Credit hours: 3
Contact hours:11: lecture 1, clinical 11
Pre-requisite: ART 182, ART 184, ART 186 and consent of internship coordinator or instructor
Course Description
This internship provides an opportunity for students to learn firsthand how a digital artist/designer handles day-to-day assignments. Student interns either work directly with experienced designers approved by the Internship Coordinator or work under contract with clients on a freelance basis. They also attend a seminar for one hour per week to discuss internship activities and problems, and develop a means to close the gap between theory and on-the-job reality. Fee is required. (11 contact hours)
Textbooks/Reading List
Required Texts
- The Business of Design by Joseph DeSetto (available at the MV school bookstore or Kindle version on Amazon)
- Instructor handouts
- Web research, tutorials, blogs
- Graphic Artist's Guild Handbook of Pricing and Ethical Guidelines by Artists Guild Graphics Author
- A Graphic Design Student's Guide to Freelance: Practice Makes Perfect by Ben Hannam
- Rock Your Portfolio Website: Pro-tips for Graphic Designers, Web Designers, Photographers & Other Creative Experts by Wes McDowell and Joseph Bergess
- Portable storage device
- Artist book / Print Portfolio (professional - no binders)
- Online Portfolio
- Other supplies as needed to complete client projects
Platform
Macintosh iMac, OS X
Course Concepts
- Work experiences with college-approved industry leaders or freelance clients, and, most importantly, advisor assistance with progress and professional practices component
- Preparation of a résumé, cover letter, and thank-you letter
- Design of signage and logo
- Obtaining letters of recommendation
- Preparation for the interview with industry professionals
- Job protocol
- Effectively researching the job market.
Course Content Outcomes
- Prepare an up-to-date, effective résumé.
- Apply technical skills and aesthetic design principles to solve real-life problems in computer graphics and design projects.
- Research the industry to find areas of interest for internship as well as for future employment.
- Assess his/her personal values and apply them to professional situation.
- Participate in groups and teams.
- Establish professional short-term and long-term goals.
- Practice punctuality, regular attendance, dependability, and teamwork.
- Respect clients and their workplaces.
- Practice the industry’s expectancy for consistent quality work.
- Demonstrate decision-making process and good judgment.
- Practice a strong work ethic.
Assessment of Student Learning
- Employer questionnaire/recommendation
- Advisor evaluation/recommendation
- Student’s written evaluation of internship experience.
Schedule
See class calendar.