Unit 24: Part II - Be able to manage own contracts

Here you will send a quote to a commissioner/ business owner through Design Crowd.

Instructions: 

1. Log into own Design Crowd Account

2. Find a Brief that requires a Submit Quote Button, NOT Submit Design. This project must suit your skill set- so if your a great logo designer pick one like this, business cards etc. 

3. Using the example provided here as a good way of setting out your quote, create your very own for the project Brief taking into account costs that you may have for it i.e internet (for emails, Google, etc), Electricity Bills (Rough Estimate), Phone Bills (costs per minute and how much you may require talking to the client)

Example is set into 3 screen shots. Look and use this information to create your very own quote.

How To Fill One In:

Top Section:

Add Links to Work that is relevant to the project. If its a poster, then link it to some flyers/ posters you have done before on Facebook or on your website.

Middle Section:

Paragraph One: Grab their attention.

Paragraph Two: Introduce yourself and tell them a little about who you are and what you do within our industry. Graphic Designer, Web Designer etc.

Paragraph Three: Describe your work, what are you like as a designer? Creative? Traditional? What are you like as a professional? Effective, Organised etc.

Paragraph Four: Describe the quote in a little more detail. Why will it cost that much? What does the client get for their money? Why will it be better than other quotes?

Bottom Section:
Break Down the Quote into stages - what's costing what? How long will things take? etc
Add extra contact details or conditions that you will work in, i.e cannot be contacted after 5pm etc. 

Screen Shot 2: 

Screen Shot 3: 

You will notice that there are blue words in the example quotes. These are examples of Back Links. Back Links are links to other parts of the web to support your quote i.e to Flickr, old Design Crowd work, your own web site etc. This is done by clicking the link icon in the text editor tool bar - looks a bit like this: 

BE WARNED: 

make sure you think about this quote properly, as a good quote could result in some free-lance work that can range from $200-$2000. Real Work, Real Money

Unit 24: Part I - Be Able To Manage Own Systems, Accounts and Records

http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Spreadsheet-in-Excel

Above is a link to an Excel Spreadsheet Tutorial with pictures to help you set up your own "Accounts Sheet" that all Free-lancers should have to monitor spending and earnings for tax purposes.

Complete the task and place into "DropBox" Folder titled: "Accounts Sheet".

In completing the second task below, you will be required to place some information into your spreadsheet about the quote you will make that will include any costs that may be created from doing the project i.e electricity bills, internet costs, phone bills etc.

Units Covered:

Unit 24: 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.3.3, 3.3.4

Unit 39 - Undertake Image Asset Management

In order to achieve the standards set out in the assessment criteria, you are requied to cover the following topics in a blog. Please use the title...

Unit 39 – Undertake Image Asset Management

Describe the use of Image Asset Management

What do we mean by image asset management? What type of file formats do we use? Where do we save these files? Can they only be stored locally, or perhaps in a virtual cloud space? What happens if we move our files from their original saved location? How will this affect our project?

• Explain the organisational procedures used in capturing and downloading images
• Identify key principles of colour management, explaining how and why image profiles are used
• Identify key methods for storing master copies of original work
• Explain how other aspects of a business interrelate with image asset management
• Check that images and the media on which they are stored are protected from physical damage during work processes
• Carry out any adjustments and / or processing required, ensuring that image integrity is retained
• Check that colour management procedures have been carried out correctly and in line with business requirements 
• Assign or convert embedded colour profiles to images in line with business requirements
• Rate and organise images as appropriate to identify quality and fitness for purpose before archiving
• Keyword and caption images as required
• Append copyright information and other metadata to images
• Identify procedures to monitor and control the use of images
• Identify procedures to ensure that archived images are preserved by environmental and security protection systems
• Store backup copies in a separate, safe and secure location
• Record all date relating to the management of assets in line with business requirements
• Identify key aspects of legislation relevant to image asset management
• Identify relevant aspects of health and safety legislation
• Carry out risk assessments as required to minimise the potential for accidental damage, illegal activity and loss of images
• Take appropriate action to minimise potential risks and hazards
• Check that all business systems and producers are followed
• Check before archiving or using images that they do not infringe current laws and guidelines, obtaining any releases and permissions as required
• Identify aspects of codes of ethics / conduct relevant to image asset management

Use the internet to aid you in the completion of this task.

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 4.4, 4.5

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_asset_management

http://www.hp.com/united-states/consumer/digital_photography/organize_archive_photos/tips/preserve_photos_dvd.html

http://www.markushartel.com/blog/learn-from-markus/what-is-the-best-way-to-store-digital-photos

http://www.archive.org/about/about.php

http://www.cnet.com.au/how-to-store-your-files-online-339287726.htm

2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 4.1

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Color_management

Once complete, copy your blog url (e.g. distinctivetrainingCDM.blogspot.com/unit39) in the COMMENT section underneath. We will then click the link and assess your blog from there.

Outcomes covered in this blog:

Unit 39.1.1, 39.1.2, 39.1.3, 39.1.4, 39.2.1, 39.2.2, 39.2.3, 39.2.4, 39.2.5, 39.2.6, 39.2.7, 39.3.1, 39.3.2, 39.3.3, 39.3.4, 39.3.5, 39.4.1, 39.4.2, 39.4.3, 39.4.4, 39.4.5, 39.4.6, 39.4.7

Unit 35 - Undertake Technical Adjustment of Images

In order to achieve the standards set out in the assessment criteria, you are requied to cover the following topics in a blog. Please use the title...

Unit 35 – Undertake Technical Adjustments of Images

Describe the process of adjusting images using Photoshop and InkScape

What do we mean by technical adjustments? What techniques have you learned in Photoshop and InkScape to make your pictures look different? Discuss sizing, layers, filters, re-colouring, cutting, masking, etc.

• Explain the principles of colour theory, colour mode and colour management
• Explain the importance of technical compatibility in images with specified requirements
• Explain the effect of image pixel dimensions, resolution and bit depth on file size
• Explain the importance of having accurate technical and descriptive metadata
• Identify the relative merits of appropriate equipment, software, methods and material for different imaging requirements
• Explain the reasons for using different file formats for digital images, identifying the differences between them
• Agree with relevant parties the image editing workflow and procedures
• Select the most suitable hardware and software for the image editing
• Retrieve all relevant material from image sources as required
• Import retrieved images into the editing software
• Check the visual and technical compatibility of the elements to be combined in the editing process
• Identify how to treat incompatible elements, following workplace procedures and relevant guidelines
• Produce appropriate edited images to meet all the clients requirements and workplace standards
• Produce preliminary proofs, discussing and agreeing any further editing with the client
• Liaise with colleagues and / or clients as necessary to resolve any identified problems
• Carry out any further editing to produce final image files
• Append image metadata in accordance with workplace systems and copyright legislation
• Save the edited image files in the correct file format ready for outputting or storage
• Identify key aspects of legislation relevant to technical adjustments of images
• Identify relevant aspects of health and safety legislation
• Take appropriate action to minimise potential risks and hazards
• Identify aspects of codes of ethics / conduct relevant to technical adjustments of images
• Recognise any potential legal issues arising from the nature of the images to be produced
• Attribute intellectual property and copyright credits in accordance with copyright legislation
• Maintain the confidentiality of photographic materials as required
• Comply with all business / organisation systems and procedures

Use the internet to aid you in the completion of this task.

1.1

http://www.sccs.swarthmore.edu/users/08/ajb/tmve/wiki100k/docs/RGB_color_model.html

http://www.furydesignconsultants.com/content/about-cmyk-colour-model

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6

http://www.microscope-microscope.org/imaging/image-resolution.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image_resolution

http://www.espressographics.com/text/imagesize.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metadata#Metadata_types

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image_file_formats

5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 5.6, 5.7, 5.8

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Copyright

http://www.copyrightservice.co.uk/protect/p16_photography_copyright

http://www.ihaveawebsite-nowwhat.co.uk/copyright/

http://www.website-law.co.uk/resources.html

http://www.ipo.gov.uk/copy.htm

Once complete, copy your blog url (e.g. distinctivetrainingCDM.blogspot.com/unit35) in the COMMENT section underneath. We will then click the link and assess your blog from there.

Outcomes covered in this blog:

Unit 35.1.1, 35.1.2, 35.1.3, 35.1.4, 35.1.5, 35.1.6, 35.2.1, 35.2.2, 35.2.3, 35.2.4, 35.2.5, 35.2.6, 35.3.1, 35.3.2, 35.3.3, 35.3.4, 35.4.1, 35.4.2, 35.5.1, 35.5.2, 35.5.3, 35.5.4, 35.5.5, 35.5.6, 35.5.7, 35.5.8

Unit 27 - 2D Animation for Interactive Media Products

In order to achieve the standards set out in the assessment criteria, you are requied to cover the following topics in a blog. Please use the title...

Unit 27 – 2D Animation for Interactive Media Products

Describe the use of 2D animation within interactive media products

What do we mean by 2D animation? What software do we use to create 2D animations? Where can these products be placed in order to be used within an interactive media product? 

• Explain the use of computer animation in interactive products
• Explain the key techniques used in computer animation
• Identify the requirements of the specification/brief
• Identify the purpose of the product
• Identify the expectations and requirements of target users for the product
• Identify the events or user interactions that will trigger the animations created
• Identify how animation will be used in the product
• Design animations within specified style guidelines and within specified parameters and constraints relating to the target platform
• Create animations that meet the specification/brief
• Provide clear instructions as required for other parties to incorporate animations into the product
• Liaise with relevant parties to ensure own animations are appropriate and meet requirements
• Save animations in appropriate formats to facilitate incorporation into the product
• Organise animations using appropriate filing and naming conventions to facilitate access by others

Use the internet to aid you in the completion of this task.

1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.2, 4.1, 5.1

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flash_animation

www.wix.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUcTpum56bw

Once complete, copy your blog url (e.g. distinctivetrainingCDM.blogspot.com/unit27) in the COMMENT section underneath. We will then click the link and assess your blog from there.

Outcomes covered in this blog:

Unit 27.1.1, 27.1.2, 27.2.1, 27.2.2, 27.2.3, 27.2.4, 27.2.5, 27.3.1, 27.3.2, 27.4.1, 27.4.2, 27.5.1, 27.5.2

Unit 24 - Manage and Market Own Freelance Services

In order to achieve the standards set out in the assessment criteria, you are requied to cover the following topics in a blog. Please use the title...

Unit 24 – Manage and Market Own Freelance Services

Describe what is meant by freelance services and marketing these services

What does this mean? How do you market yourself as a freelancer within the Creative Industries? Who can be a freelancer? What services are you 'selling'?

• Identify relevant contacts within the industry
• Maintain established business contacts within the industry
• Participate within relevant networks and expert organisations to support own freelance activity
• Use appropriate strategies and tools to enhance own professional reputation and promote own services
• Implement systems to enable early identification of work opportunities
• Identify potential agents or other representatives
• Identify own development needs drawing on a range of relevant sources
• Seek constructive feedback from relevant parties about own performance
• Set, monitor and review realistic objectives for own training and development needs, performance and business targets
• Work flexibly, adapting to the requirements of others as appropriate whilst maintaining own personal work ethic and reputation
• Make appropriate business decisions
• Implement effective systems for managing budgets, finance and documentation
• Maintain appropriate, accurate and up-to-date accounts and records
• Implement effective support services
• Plan ahead to maintain a viable work and cash flow
• Negotiate contracts that meet legal and industry requirements
• Agree realistic fee rates, schedule and other expenses
• Establish clear performance outcomes
• Ensure that contracts include all relevant details, checking that these match agreements
• Communicate the obligations of all parties clearly
• Store a written copy of the final signed contract securely

Use the internet to aid you in the completion of this task.

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6

http://www.graphicdesignblog.co.uk/marketing-your-freelance-design-services/

http://freelanceswitch.com/designer/how-to-promote-your-graphic-design-business-–-part-one/

http://freelanceswitch.com/designer/how-to-promote-your-graphic-design-business-–-part-two/

http://www.freelanceuk.com/news/2486.shtml

http://www.designcrowd.com/

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5

http://sixrevisions.com/project-management/feedback-the-creativity-killer/

3.1, 3.2 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6

http://www.creative-choices.co.uk/develop-your-career/unit/fl30 

http://www.hampshire.edu/offices/18738.htm

Once complete, copy your blog url (e.g. distinctivetrainingCDM.blogspot.com/unit24) in the COMMENT section underneath. We will then click the link and assess your blog from there.

Outcomes covered in this blog:

Unit 24.1.1, 24.1.2, 24.1.3, 24.1.4, 24.1.5, 24.1.6, 24.2.1, 24.2.2, 24.2.3, 24.2.4, 24.2.5, 24.3.1, 24.3.2, 24.3.3, 24.3.4, 24.4.1, 24.4.2, 24.4.3, 24.4.4, 24.4.5, 24.4.6

Unit 25 - Produce Copy for Interactive Media

In order to achieve the standards set out in the assessment criteria, you are requied to cover the following topics in a blog. Please use the title...

Unit 25 – Produce Copy for Interactive Media

Describe the Creative Media Industry

What does this mean? What is 'copy'? What do you think 'copy' means in this context? How have you used 'copy' during your time at Distinctive?

In order to complete this blog successfully, we want you to write a blog that uses these standards as areas to talk about when you produce your websites / blogs.

• Identify relevant constraints, possibilities and opportunities offered by the selected target medium/platform
• Identify key constraints or considerations arising from the use of an online content management system
• Identify a style that is suitable for the target audience and purpose of the communication    
• Maintain a consistent style both within texts and between related texts
• Ensure that grammar, punctuation and spelling are accurate and appropriate
• Structure the text-based content for readability and accessibility
• Identify search engine optimisation techniques as appropriate
• Format copy, following relevant writing conventions, style guides and policies
• Produce appropriate captions or descriptions to accompany content
• Provide clear, consistent and accessible hyperlinks
• Produce and embed metadata
• Proofread copy to check for any errors
• Check the accuracy of any facts and figures quoted, seeking advice as required
• Review the content against any legal and ethical considerations
• Make any necessary changes to comply with relevant legislation

Why do you think these areas are important when producing copy for interactive media?

Use the internet to aid you in the completion of this task.

1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.6,  

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Text_editor

http://www.formula.co.uk/tech6.htm

http://www.designer-daily.com/28-great-typography-blogs-websites-5032

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Target_audience

3.1, 3.2

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proofreading

4.1, 4.2

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Media_ethics

Once complete, copy your blog url (e.g. distinctivetrainingCDM.blogspot.com/unit25) in the COMMENT section underneath. We will then click the link and assess your blog from there.

Outcomes covered in this blog:

Unit 25.1.1, 25.1.2, 25.2.1, 25.2.2, 25.2.3, 25.2.4, 25.2.5, 25.2.6, 25.2.7, 25.2.8, 25.2.9, 25.3.1, 25.3.2, 25.4.1, 25.4.2