| The Graphic Designer's Guide to Better Business Writing |  | Authors: Barbara Janoff, Ruth Cash-Smith Publisher: Allworth Press Category: Book
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Media: Paperback Edition: 1st Pages: 256 Number Of Items: 1 Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9 Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 6 x 0.7
ISBN: 1581154720 Dewey Decimal Number: 808.066741 EAN: 9781581154726 ASIN: 1581154720
Publication Date: May 15, 2007 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Visual-thinking graphic designers sometimes struggle to express themselves clearly and effectively in writing. Now there’s help! The Graphic Designer’s Guide to Better Business Writing teaches graphic designers how to write compelling business communications. Created especially to address the needs of graphic designers, this handy guide breaks the writing process down into simple, easy-to-understand stages and offers practical writing and presentation models that designers can put to use immediately. Real-life examples cover an array of essential topics: writing winning resumes and cover letters, landing accounts, writing polished letters and reports, creating design briefs, and much more. As a bonus, the authors include time-saving insider tricks of the trade, gleaned from interviews with design professionals and creative directors from across the country.
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| Customer Reviews: A great resource! November 29, 2007 Marcy G. Ross (Great Barrington, MA) 2 out of 2 found this review helpful
As a writer and editor, I've been working with graphic designers for most of my career--and I know how crucial it is for designers to be able to communicate effectively. In a world where Instant Messaging rules (and there are no rules!), it's even harder for young people coming out of school today to grasp the importance of the written word. Yet, employers and clients still require well-crafted resumes, crisp introductory letters, and cogent proposals. This handbook provides much-needed guidance--and many excellent examples--for the young designer starting out, as well as for the more-established visual artist who wants to move ahead in the field. Although tailored to graphic designers, this guide will be invaluable to anyone (at any age) who wants to move ahead on a career path.
Not Just for Graphic Designers August 12, 2007 Daniel M. Saltman 1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This book has been a great addition to my reference library. In particular, I am making use of the "Revision Checklist" on page 19 when writing business letters. It forces me to look at what I have written in an objective way and has been invaluable in improving my written communications. Worth the price of the book right there for me.
I have used the chapter on "Packaging Yourself". It covers introductory letters, resume writing and interviewing in a concise, no-nonsense way. I found the information went directly to the point and I am very grateful for the guidance on etiquette.
There are enlightening tidbits throughout the book, such as the difference between active and passive writing. This book is not just for graphic designers.
An excellent set of tips for designers at all levels of their career. February 4, 2008 Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) 0 out of 1 found this review helpful
The Graphic Designer's Guide to Better Business Writing could've been featured in our Business Books section, but is reviewed here for its importance to art libraries with graphic designer clients. Authors experienced in the business here provide tools to excel as business communicators, a key element to the successful graphic designer's business. From the basics of writing a resume or cover letter to landing accounts and conducting client research, The Graphic Designer's Guide to Better Business Writing offers an excellent set of tips for designers at all levels of their career.
Awesome book! October 28, 2009 Leigh (South Carolina) 0 out of 1 found this review helpful
You don't have to be a graphic designer to appreciate this book. I recommend it to anyone seeking a job!
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