Stevenson Technology Education

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PRINT MEDIA

Learning Target 1.1 - The Print Media Design Process


What is the Print Media Design Process? The print media design process is a series of steps graphic designers follow to develop the best possible solution a given problem within the context of graphic communications. The steps of the print media design process are listed below: Step 1: Define the goals and parameters of the project Step 2: Brainstorm ideas Step 3: Design and develop a solution Step 4: Test, evaluate, and refine the proposed solution Step 5: Produce and present the final solution
Learning Target
Exceeds Mastery (4)	Demonstrates Mastery (3)	Approaching Mastery (2)	Developing Foundational Skills (1)
I use the Print Media Design Process to solve design challenges by meeting the complex needs of the end user and meeting ALL the design and production specifications.	I use the Print Media Design Process to solve design challenges by meeting the needs of the end user and meeting ALL design and production specifications.	I use the Print Media Design Process to solve design challenges by meeting the needs of the end user and meeting ALL ESSENTIAL design and production specifications.	I use the Print Media Design Process to solve design challenges by meeting some design and production specifications.
Instruction and Assessments
Print Media 1: Notepads Notepad Design Brief Presentation Client Interview Calendar Calendar Design Brief Presentation Defining the Theme Package Design Package Design Brief Presentation		Print Media 2: Business Cards Design Brief Document Presentation Rough Draft Logo and Fonts Template Files (not shared with students) Single Card Layout (Illustrator) 10-Up Layout (InDesign) Examples Option A (No Bleeds) Options B (Full Bleed on One Side) Multiple Color Decal Design Brief Document Presentation Decal Practice File Decal Practice Video Engraved Water Bottle Challenge Description/Documentation UV Item Challenge Description/Documentation DTG Black Challenge Description/Documentation Playing Cards Challenge Description/Documentation Package Design Challenge Description/Documentation Wall Cling Caricature (Print/Cut) Challenge Description/Documentation Choice Project Challenge Description/Documentation