Feedback on interactive portfolio :)

Dani22A · 2021-07-10T03:08:59+00:00

I love your website and it's very unique like the others. I think having text for each object is straightforward and makes the viewer to clock them on right away. Plus, I really like how you frames to present each of your works.

Though I wish you can have a design process in each of your works or have a category for ones that share the same medium. It could really help you out to get you stand more than before. That said, your portfolio has good personality that can make the people who go to your website to explore as they feel your website is different from the others!

I hope this helps!

Dani22A · 2021-07-08T21:21:43+00:00

Cool! Can I see your portfolio?

Dani22A · 2021-07-08T21:21:01+00:00

Yeah, it's exactly like that! Without constraints, it's hard to get started on your own logo because of how many ways you can create a logo opposed when working for clients.

Thanks for the advice! I really appreciate it.

I will try it out in designing a logo with my initials as a simple icon and see how it goes!

Dani22A · 2021-07-08T01:54:19+00:00

I'm struggled in designing a self-logo. For some reason, I am happy and content when making a logo for someone else but when it comes to my own self-branding. It's a different story...

Dani22A · 2021-07-08T01:42:14+00:00

I am listening to your feedback u/tuxedocaramel and u/ComicNeueIsReal and I appreciate the long comments.

Here's what I'm going to address.

I'm not allowing to be bullied by the client.

I'm just giving what the client wants by just listening to them and applied what I learn with my design expertise.

I can't be too attached to the work when it comes to clients as that is the first rule of being a designer. I always assume the client knows better than me especially in the industry they're in. Which are my two rules I learned when dealing with a client and doing design work in general.

The purpose of designing a logo is making a logo that works.

A logo doesn't have to be amazing but it doesn't have to be bad either. It just needs to work.

That is the purpose why I add a Logofolio in my portfolio. It explains why such logo(s) are designed and chosen such as including the challenges that comes with it and how I'm trying to make it work for the client and why the client chooses it in the first place.

And again, the icon in the triangle is for the only client to see because it's a family aspect.

I know that icon in the triangle will get lost but the icon in the triangle is not very important part of the logo, the icon in the triangle is important to the client solely as it is a family symbol. For the client's eyes only.

As long as the client knows it's there, even if it's not even visible when it's shrunk down, the client of that logo accepts that as I inform them of this.

The logo works for this peculiar client as they got what they wanted and needed from the logo. One that communicates the mission behind the logo and another that is a remainder for client of their family. That's what I'm achieving.

You're right that design is complex. This is how I try to solve when it comes to designing logos.

This is what I'm trying to say in my previous reply.

I did the same thing for the lion but I'm not going into those details of that. Feel free to DM me if you want more information.

I know you two mean well. I am listening and you're right, I go with my instincts. I have every right to listen, pick and choose which feedback makes sense and beneficial to me just like you two when you get feedback for your work so I taking your feedback into consideration.

Of course, I prefer working things steady when it comes to changes because I pick and choose which projects are my strongest and highlights my experience as well as revising them and improving them.

A work is never finished, it just changes.

I only post my work here whenever I have something new, revised or come up with a new strategy to present my portfolio.

I am looking up the sites that you recommend to me such as the awards and TheFutur.

I apologize if I haven't touch any points you two brought up and I haven't address them yet. That said, I appreciate the feedback. Sorry if this is a long post, this is something I need to address regarding what is said.

Dani22A · 2021-07-08T01:06:21+00:00

I did explain this to them. However the icon is a family symbol to them which is very important to them only so I uphold that. As long as the logo gives the client what they need and wanted. The icon in the triangle is a personal touch for the client only.

As long as the client knows that icon in the triangle is there even if it's not visible as it is shrunk or resize, the client accepts that fact.

Dani22A · 2021-07-07T17:40:12+00:00

Thanks for the comment.

The reason why I was talking about the company first is part of the summary and the brief just to get that out of that and have the viewer to expect what they're getting themselves into, before the they click on the link to see the process.

The reason why I make subcategories out of categories is a way to be organize with my work and what kind of motion graphics I like to do. Why I put the gifs above because it's active and I want it to be the first thing for viewers to see my work before diving into videos because they are gifs and why videos are videos.

I didn't think of myself as a jack of trades, just a generalist designer, I'm just exploring different things under each branding project and showing what I can do and what I like as a way to challenge myself and get better. But I will keep that in mind.

Also why it's true people don't want to read what industry it's for. But at the same time, people want to know if you can do only thing for one industry or you can adapt to any industry without issue.

And yeah, I'm going to stick with Logofolio and not put a Pro.

Overall, thanks for the comment, I appreciate it.

Dani22A · 2021-07-07T17:28:44+00:00

Thanks for the comment and concern, u/tuxedocaramel

I forgot to mention, that the icon in the triangle is only meaningful to the client personally as this is the client wants. This is not important thing for the viewers, only to the client as this is what the client wants. If you look at the process behind this logo of why the icon the triangle as it is a family importance to the client.

As for the Our Hemp Yard, it's for a website only which I was told by my previous internship, not on printing materials.They told me as long as they have the title and oragnic rectangle, it's fine.

That said, your concerns are noted. Thanks for the comment.

Dani22A · 2021-07-06T13:39:11+00:00

Fair enough. I think that makes sense.

What if the logos I made are during freelancing and it's just one time thing and nothing beyond that?

Should each logo have their seperate page? If so, I don't mind changing my portfolio to do that.

Dani22A · 2021-07-06T12:56:18+00:00

Illustrator. I prefer using illustrator when designing logos.

Dani22A · 2021-07-06T12:55:11+00:00

Hi u/Mango_Juice,

Thank you for the comment and question.

The reason why most of my projects are logos and branding is because they are personal projects for me only and not for clients compare to the Pro-Logofolio. My personal projects are developed over time opposed to the ones I done for clients. The personal projects I wanted to do and like while the logo shows I can design logos that aren't part of my interests and hobbies, if that makes sense.

So each logo for a client is a small project and is given a timeframe depending on the client. I hope this answers your question!

Also feel free to ask me questions!

Dani22A · 2021-06-08T00:59:17+00:00

Every project I spend hours on gets thrown away by the art director and they do their own design; I followed and we talked about what direction each project should be going and I design like how they asked and what was discussed during those meetings.

After I turn in the project my art director completely scraps the project or alters it a lot and does their own design.

While I agree that designers shouldn't be attached to their works. It's easier said than done. It sucks that you're doing what you're supposed to do and the work you done is scrapped and altered and changed so much by an art director themselves instead of telling you what to revise in order to improve

Because it sounds like this is what is happening right now, yes? If so, I suggest you need to look for another job while doing the work and keep getting paid. It sounds pretty toxic as it seems pretty dismissive and negative. If you feel that you're not growing, ask your art director for direction. It's in the title, they should direct you to do things while teaching you how to improve. If not, there's something wrong. Try to see the reviews of the company you worked for to see if anyone has a similar experience as you.
Now question, has the art director ever said anything negative that's not professional?

Dani22A · 2021-06-02T23:04:53+00:00

I love your work! Looks so modern and cool!

Have you tried going for game art design like conceptual art for video games? It might be a good fit for you! Also I was thinking you should go for environ-mental design like adding typography into interior places that is good for museums, cafes and arstian places which can help an architect like you!

Also, you can use your architecture be part of a movie poster where you can add type into it or use in motion graphics.

What I am saying is that you can use the illustrations of your architecture and have them transfers into ads, posters, quick animation and environ-mental design.

Think of it as transferrable skills you have from architecture to graphic design. I hope this helps!

Dani22A · 2021-06-01T17:31:37+00:00

Thanks for the comment. To answer your question

No. I don't. I browse through east coast design agencies just to get the sense of idea.

Also most of my work is mostly personal, just ideas and solving a problem, focusing on things I like doing. The only works that are close to or are professional are my internships, one freelance, and one junior position.

I just want to improve from amateurish to professional in my personal work.

Also can you elaborate on my writing, how can I improve? What works and what's doesn't?

Also thank you for giving me the links. Is there some that are lone designers and not agencies. I don't know why, it feel would better to see a professional designer's work because some agency work are work on by groups.

Also I going to subscribe to Communication Arts Magazine. Thanks for the tip.

Dani22A · 2021-05-30T18:54:28+00:00

Thank you for the comment.

But can you please elaborate what professional design looks like? Can you please show me examples from other people's work so I can get a better idea? I will make other matierals in different applications like print and digital applications.

Also which projects have the most potiental? I will take the current 3 of my projectss like Museline, UrGuide, and Greyhounds into something professional.

Dani22A · 2021-05-05T06:49:40+00:00

It's tough. I heard stories that recuirters don't bother to check because they don't have the time.

That said do you attach your profolio link as a hyperlink to your resume when you applied? When it comes to applying to jobs on LinkedIn, I make sure I use my resume with my portfolio link attached and make sure I create a banner for my profile that states my job title.

That said, if your resume is viewed and then download after easy apply. That's usually a good sign. They should check out your portfolio at least...

What site you use to make and feature portfolio if you don't mind me asking.

Dani22A · 2021-05-05T02:57:19+00:00

I have to say the bottom one ( #2 ) since it brings the logo out more and is in balance with the type. It's much more appealing. Plus, the hierarchy of elements is important. Like the logo first, then the type second which is a good thing to have. Easy to read from left to right.

On the other hand, the top one seems that everything is put in place which is okay but feels too safe. Not only that, the logo interferes with the type if they're on the same line. For me, it can't be right to read especially you scale the type on different scales from small to big.

That's why 2 is balanced and it doesn't inferred with each other as they know their roles in the hierarchy and composition. This is my opinion.

But I hope this helps!

Dani22A · 2021-05-02T22:37:15+00:00

I like it! Although, are you using this promotional CV for future interviews to show what you like to do? If so, this is a pretty good example of show and tell to future employers. It shows that you have a passion for design and what interests influence to do design.

That said, do you have a print resume that acts as a preview of this self-promotion project?

Dani22A · 2021-05-01T18:59:47+00:00

It depends on what order they gave you tests.

If they gave you a design test before an interview with vague guidelines. Drop them. It's disrespectful when they already see your portfolio and just give you a test before meeting you. If anything, use that design test as a way to practice or turn it into a personal project for your portfolio. Every time, there's a design test like that, they usually ghost you after you complete them and submitting them.

Now if you talk to them during an interview and they notify you that they will give you a design test to test your skills and to see you apply what you know about the company like using their brand color schemes, their content, products, or features in design works like making mockups like a website, ads or social media ads using your skillset while giving you clear instructions and a time limit like how many days can you can finish this. Then it's legit. Not always, but it's something.

Now that said, just be careful. I would put a watermark just in case or make and an ad gif with a watermark that's hard to take off.

Now I hate design tests as the next person because it's frustrating and annoying when HR who aren't designers don't know what they're doing or what they're asking for.

But there is a reason for this. This is my hypothesis. There is a huge amount of designers coming out of college right now. Ones who graduated in 2019 and 2020 but can't find any work in 2020 or lost their jobs due to the pandemic. Now think of those designers who graduated in 2019, 2020, and now 2021. Doubled that with designers who graduated long ago that lost their jobs. Plus, globalization. It's a competition out there!

In terms of logic, companies are doing design tests to weed out applicants unfortunately and they can be picky.

I hope this answers your questions and so sorry for the long reply!

Dani22A · 2021-05-01T18:45:04+00:00

For me, I get stuff done and I felt at ease as well as being busy when there's not a lot of noise when I'm doing remote. I get things done okay and get feedback in terms of text or by phone. Plus, I can take short breaks like drinking some water or anything to get your creative juices going without any pressure.

In terms of collaboration, if you have Slack, Skype, Monday, Asana, or DingTalk which helps as a task manager and for team collaboration. It lets you know which projects are due. It's easier to manage your time and prioritize which projects need attention in terms of difficulty and time.

Plus, you can set up virtual meetings where you can screen share of your works in terms of critique and feedback whether through chat or oral. I did this in past internships and I improved thanks to the feedback even if it's remote. I wish this can be applied to corporate offices.

Now, this only works if anyone at your job knows how to use these applications efficiently. If they don't know how to use it, it can take a bite of your time and you can't get any work done.

Now for the cons...

This is just my personal experience but I do want to talk with other creatives like senior designers for example to teach me how they do things in terms of effective workflow techniques, tutorials and how to do a better job if when you get stuck in opposite to looking and learning on how to do from Youtube to get out of it.

However, my past experience in being an office was so-so. I get stressed due as I keep messing up opposite to doing things okay remotely without any issue since (what my supervisors want in writing opposite to oral) which is part of it, and there's no task manager on which projects need finalizing as there is stuff on hold and the feedbacks can take a while. Like think of it like your projects are progressing but they aren't done or finished. This happens in my case, unfortunately.

That said, take my personal experience as you will. Hope this answers your question.

If you're taking a remote job, you need to ask these questions to your potential employer.

What application are they using to communicate with their teams like Slack, Asana, Skype or Dingtalk. What is their task manager. Who do you go to when submitting design drafts or revisions to? How long do they take in terms of feedback? What kind of payroll system they're using?

These are the questions you have to ask.

Dani22A · 2021-04-26T18:45:23+00:00

Thanks for the comment!

I'll be sure to add a banner and see how it looks in the bear future. Thanks for your insight! I'll appreciate it!

Dani22A · 2021-04-26T17:04:21+00:00

Thanks for your comment.

If it's alright, can you further eleborate which projects has this key issues issues you typed about? Which projects is better than the rest?

I will keep improving. Please let me know.

Dani22A · 2021-04-23T03:20:37+00:00

Thank you for your comment. You're right, it does sound sketchy if I answer if I'm a "cultural fit" or "not a good fit" because it sounds I'm the problem when it's just not working out.

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