Saturday, January 3, 2009

Book: Becoming a Graphic Designer: A Guide to Careers in Design


Whether you are a seasoned professional or a first-year design student, this book provides valuable context for and insight into what is a very complex, multifaceted business.

This is a satellite view of the many disciplines of design by one of the best in the business, Steven Heller. It includes complete coverage of print and electronic media and the evolving digital design disciplines that offer today's most sought-after jobs. Featuring 65 interviews with today's leading designers, this visual guide has more than 600 illustrations and covers everything from education and training, design specialties, and work settings to preparing an effective portfolio and finding a job. The book offers profiles of major industries and key design disciplines, including all-new coverage of careers in exhibition design and illustration.

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