PHOA209: Week 9 - Announcements

Hi PHOA209,
 
We are currently in Day One of Week 9.  I wanted to double check with everyone that we are clear as to what is due this week.  I have made a little checklist for you below in regards to this week's readings and due dates:

RE: WEEK 9 - READINGS
Be sure to read through each section of Week 9's module thoroughly along with the corresponding assigned readings, noted within the "Readings & Assignments" section.

RE: WEEK 9 – ASG. #1: “Planning, Revisions—Final Draft”
When working on a comprehensive portfolio project, it is important to be able to identify specific areas that need improvement. On the basis of previous feedback and goals, you should start to work on any remaining goals and areas of weakness with regards to your portfolio, résumé, and written statement. You will finalize your goals and journal.

The final portfolio must demonstrate the skills that are the key components of your program of study, demonstrate your personal brand and style, and be targeted towards a specific market audience, whether this be a future employer or potential client.  (Further details in the body of the assignment.)

Perform targeted improvements to your portfolio, statement, and résumé. Use the following guide to understand the expectations for this assignment. This assignment consists of the following parts: Shooting, Updated Files, Updated Portfolio.

Submit your work to the Discussion Area (date specified in assignment).


By (date specified in assignment) review and comment on the autobiographies, resumes, and written statements posted by at least two of your peers.  When critiquing your peers' work, remember to give suggestions on how they might improve their work. In addition, point out the aspects of their work that were the most successful.
  
RE: WEEK 9 – ASG. #2: “Promotional Pieces”
For this assignment, you will design a promotional postcard for your photography business that will work effectively for your intended market segment. You will create a design for a 5"x7" postcard (front and back) that will utilize your portfolio images and direct recipients to your web portfolio site.

Submit your work to the Discussion Area (date specified in assignment).

By (date specified in assignment) review and comment on the autobiographies, resumes, and written statements posted by at least two of your peers.  When critiquing your peers' work, remember to give suggestions on how they might improve their work. In addition, point out the aspects of their work that were the most successful.


Although it may be tempting to work ahead, I would encourage all of you to work within the given time frame.  If you must work ahead, please refrain from submitting your work until the given deadline. 
 
Thank you and please feel free to respond to this post if you have any questions/concerns.
 
-Professor Fiander