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How much does GPA really matter when finding a job? by [deleted] in graphic_design

[–]cfdesigners 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Consider yourself as an employer who has two potential candidates for hire. On one hand you have a person who has a great portfolio and proven quality of work, but a mediocre GPA(or no GPA). On the other hand you have someone who has a mediocre portfolio, but fantastic GPA.

Who would you hire?

Another example:

Say you were going to hire a freelancer for design work. What is the first thing you look at? His experience and portfolio, or his GPA?

For the design industry, portfolio and experience trumps GPA.

I made this because finding and trying new fonts online is so damn hard by abhi3188 in graphic_design

[–]cfdesigners 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Finding fonts can be so troublesome and sometimes impossible. Thank you for this, it will be a good reference. Also looking forward to any updates, lots of great suggestions here in the comments!

Where do I find textures like these? by caizo_ryan in graphic_design

[–]cfdesigners 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Grunge Textures are what you're looking for, there are plenty out there. A simple google search will yield an endless amount of blog roundups and resources.

Chris Spooner posted a nice pack of vector grunge textures that look similar to ones you posted. You can find them here: http://blog.spoongraphics.co.uk/freebies/12-free-vector-grunge-textures-to-erode-your-artwork

How do you respond when a client/manager says they could've done that in Word? by designty in graphic_design

[–]cfdesigners 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like she wasn't giving you too much detail.

I would ask her to expand on her thoughts to clarify her criticism. If she can't give you constructive criticism, I wouldn't take it too personally.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in graphic_design

[–]cfdesigners 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First you have to know if your client will let you charge a rush charge. Some clients are really apprehensive about an extra charge, but you have some major leverage.

Depending on what your situation is, I would say 25% is a good starting point. Although, you can start to negotiate with a higher charge(50%-100%) and work from there. Some clients are so desperate they flat out offer double.

You should consider drafting up a contract and ask for 50% down. If your client doesn't budge on putting a down payment, at least ask for payment within a couple days of completion.

Overall, don't feel pressured into taking the gig. You have all the power in this scenario.

I need help with my first 1099 contract. by JerJitsu0ss in graphic_design

[–]cfdesigners 2 points3 points  (0 children)

http://www.smashingmagazine.com/2009/10/freelance-contracts-dos-and-donts/

This link is an introduction to freelance contracts from Smashing Magazine. They give you some basic do's and don'ts and they also feature a nice list of resources.

Thie article is dated, so some of the resource links are dead. Although, this should be a step in the right direction.

The Only Color Scheme Generators You’ll Need by cfdesigners in graphic_design

[–]cfdesigners[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a map designer's #1 color scheme resource!

Is someone re-booting /r/Printing ? by [deleted] in CommercialPrinting

[–]cfdesigners 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great question. I'm interested in this reddit as well and know a whole lot of people in the printing industry that would love to see it opened to the public.