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In this activity, we will:

assemble content from class projects.
create descriptive narratives that highlight skills learned relevant to a career area of interest.
use appropriate elements/principles of design.
reflect flowchart elements from assignment 6.1 in the structure of the portfolio.
create a learning plan to address skills/concepts that the student would still like to learn.
Attachments include:
Link "6 steps to creating a knockout online portfolio"
Link "Five styles for organizing the content of a web portfolio"
Link "Elements of great portfolios with examples"
To complete this assignment, you will:

Review attachments for guidance.
Assemble your work from the year into a finished portfolio. Make sure to include descriptive narratives for each project, as well as a summarized learning plan at the end.
Use Google Sites. (If you prefer another website platform, please ask for approval before you begin.)
Attach the published link for the final portfolio.
]]> Mon, 05 May 2025 07:18:10 PDT //greenbrierhs.ccboe.net/homeworkItem10503291 //greenbrierhs.ccboe.net/apps/classes/1056081/assignments/ Artboard is 5 inch by 5 inch.
Single color vinyl using positive and negative space. (Check your paths using CMD Y!)
Your design color must use the vinyl we have in our lab. (So check to see what colors we have in stock!)
Please attach the Illustrator file to this assignment for review and approval.

An example is attached.
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Your presentation should include:

Your final design. Start by showing us the finished product!
Your goals for the project. What were your 3 words/values when we started brainstorming?
Your initial design with an explanation of your design choices. Show us the first concepts (i.e. sketches and first vector draft).
Changes to your design with an explanation of why these changes were made. Compare the old with the new. What changes did you make and why did you feel they were necessary?
Final thoughts, to include one key concept you learned in this project and what you would like to learn next. This is a personal reflection. What were the major things you learned? Think meta!
You should complete their presentations by the due date listed. You will present in front of the class in the ensuing days. Presentations should take around 5 minutes.

You will find attachments of some of the better examples from the last few years.
NOTE: You will not need to create a business card at this time. Focus on your logo!

Have fun!

To summarize, your slides for your Logo Presentation should include:
1st Slide = Your final logo
2nd Slide = Your 3 words (and the images selected to represent each word)
3rd Slide = Your initial sketches (or an explanation of your intial ideas)
4th Slide = Your first logo design
5th Slide = Your first logo design with summary of feedback you received
6th Slide = Comparison of your first logo and final logo. What changes did you make? Why were those changes necessary?
7th Slide = Personal reflection. What did you learn from this proccess? What advice would you give someone just starting this project?
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Presentation must communicate your choice for the "best movie of all time."
Presentation must include movie details (release date, main cast, director & writer).
Presentation must address WHY you picked this movie (i.e. emotional connection, production value, etc).
Your presentation will be shown on the classroom TV and you will use the class 2-in-1 tablet to navigate your slides.
Treat this like your personal TEDTalk. Don't read the presentation. Give the presentation!
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INSTRUCTIONS: 
Part 1
Use the feedback you received in assignment 6.2 to guide you edits. Make these edits on your artboard.
Part 2
Create two different versions of your logo:
The version you complete using multiple colors and overlapping positive space.
A version we could cut out using vinyl that only uses one color, as well as positive and negative space.
HINT: Check your outlines by using OUTLINE MODE (Cmd Y). Every path you see is a path that would be "cut."
WHEN FINISHED:
Please put both versions on the same Illustrator file. Save it as a .ai file and attach it to this assignment.
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INSTRUCTIONS: Part 1
You will need to work with five (5) of your classmates to evaluate your logo. Take turns evaluating each other’s logo design. Document that feedback below. When you are finished, thank them for their time and feedback! (Remember, everyone’s time is valuable.)
Part 2
Review the feedback you received and take time to consider the validity of the suggestions from each reviewer. Afterward, please answer the questions at the end of the Google Doc.

WHEN FINISHED:
Please make sure your Google Doc is complete and free of spelling/grammar errors. Submit the assignment.

WANT TO KNOW HOW REAL DESIGNERS ASSESS THEIR LOGOS?
Feel free to read the two attached articles for excellent ways to determine if your logo is "good enough."
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Your personal logo should be a reflection of what is important about you, as well an an indication or what type of professional you seek to be.
Please submit your logo design as both a .png attachment and an .ai attachment.

Steps for Personal Logo Creation

Watch the video titled The Logo Design Process to establish core values as a guide for creating a logo.
Watch the video titled Illustrator Tutorial to create a vector logo from a personal sketch.
Watch the video titled Logo Design Tutorial to create a vector logo from a copied image (jpg, png, etc).

Brainstorm the top-3 characteristics that define you as a brand. Try to answer "Who am I?" as opposed to "What do I do?"
Brainstorm possible images associated with your characteristics. Choose only one image per characteristic.
Draw a rough sketch on paper of what logo you could create using the images you've selected. YOU SHOULD DRAW AT LEAST 10 DIFFERENT VERSIONS. Spend at most one minute on each.
Select the best logo concept and begin working in Illustrator.

After you have completed your vector logo, select colors for your design. Try to choose colors based on what they represent rather than just picking your favorites. Visit the attached link titled Color Meanings and the Art of Using Color Symbolism.
Attach your final design as both a PNG file (small file size will make it easier for me to view) and an AI file (allowing you to edit this file at a later time).
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Your personal logo should be a reflection of what is important about you, as well an an indication or what type of professional you seek to be.
Please submit your logo design as both a .png attachment and an .ai attachment.

Steps for Personal Logo Creation

Watch the video titled The Logo Design Process to establish core values as a guide for creating a logo.
Watch the video titled Illustrator Tutorial to create a vector logo from a personal sketch.
Watch the video titled Logo Design Tutorial to create a vector logo from a copied image (jpg, png, etc).

Brainstorm the top-3 characteristics that define you as a brand. Try to answer "Who am I?" as opposed to "What do I do?"
Brainstorm possible images associated with your characteristics. Choose only one image per characteristic.
Draw a rough sketch on paper of what logo you could create using the images you've selected. YOU SHOULD DRAW AT LEAST 10 DIFFERENT VERSIONS. Spend at most one minute on each.
Select the best logo concept and begin working in Illustrator.

After you have completed your vector logo, select colors for your design. Try to choose colors based on what they represent rather than just picking your favorites. Visit the attached link titled Color Meanings and the Art of Using Color Symbolism.
Attach your final design as both a PNG file (small file size will make it easier for me to view) and an AI file (allowing you to edit this file at a later time).
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Step 1. Make a copy of your Career Research Google Doc. Since you turned it in as an attachment, you will no longer have access/permission to edit the file. Instead, make a copy of the Google Doc and rename the copy "Schools by Career."

Step 2. Using the attached website, search for the careers you listed in the Google Doc. List schools that offer your desired program. (Note, the website BestColleges.com is for online schools. You may have to search for other options at schools you can physically attend.) Use a quick Google search to find regional or in-state schools that offer similar programs.
You must include one local option, one in-state option, and one dream option.If your career does not require traditional college to begin (i.e. military enlistment, electrician's union, etc), include information about how you can begin in that career (i.e. basic training, union application, internships, etc).

Step 3. Look up and list the entry requirements to gain admission to these schools. Items to consider include, but are not limited to: GPA, SAT/ACT test scores, minimum required credits, special considerations (i.e. 3rd year of foreign language, 4th science credit, etc.). List these admission requirements as you include the schools and programs in your Google Doc.

Step 4: Attach the new updated Google Doc to this assignment and mark the assignment as "Turned In."
]]> Sat, 19 Apr 2025 13:18:12 PDT //greenbrierhs.ccboe.net/homeworkItem10503283 //greenbrierhs.ccboe.net/apps/classes/1056081/assignments/ Create a Google Doc attachment with the file name lastname.firstname.career_research.
For example, my file would have the name curtis.creswell.career_research.
Go to the website for the Department of Labor Statistics and research 4 career options. (Make sure that at least one of those options is a "Design" related field.) The link is attached to this assignment. 
Write a brief 4-5 sentence description for each job of WHY you would want to work at this job (salary, location, demand for the job, etc). 
Write a summary paragraph or two on which career would be your top choice.
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