2015-2016 Catalog

MGD 268 Business for Creatives

3 Credit hours     45 Contact hours

Presents a guide to freelance work and a study of business practices and procedures and models unique to creative occupations (graphic design, web design, animation, fine arts). Discussion includes determining charges, business forms, business planning, tax structure, licenses and registration, self-promotion (resume, website, portfolio, business identity package). Course may include visits by professionals in the field and discussion of career opportunities in a quickly changing career field.

Notes

Degree-seeking students should take this class in their last semester, concurrently with the following degree courses: ART 252, ART 221, MGD 241, MGD 208, MGD 203, PHO 260, MGD 224, and JRD 216.