DESPH 388
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Professional Practices for Photographers
Course Description
This course serves as a primer to a creative career in photography and lens-based media. Students will have the opportunity to learn essential business practices from active professionals representing a variety of fields—ranging from commercial to fine-art, and in-house to freelance.
When Taught
Winter
Min
2
Fixed/Max
2
Fixed
4
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
Photo- & Lens- Based Design BFA acceptance only.
Title
Career Focus & Preparation
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to define their intended career focus and will create a plan to pursue a relevant internship prior to graduation.
Title
Contemporary Business Practices
Learning Outcome
Students will acquire knowledge of common business practices in a variety of careers through presentations from industry professionals and in-class discussions.
Title
Marketing Strategies
Learning Outcome
Students will create (or refine an already existent) website and social media account, and prepare other marketing materials relevant to a career in photography and lens-based media.
