Project 3:
Description of Brochure Project:
Scenario: You are a digital designer at Arizona State University with the job of creating a recruitment brochure for the Graphic Information Technology (GIT) program.
You must follow ASU design guidelines found in the ASU Communications Guide (http://commguide.asu.edu/). This includes approved colors, use of ASU logos, and fonts (you may substitute ARIAL - Bold or Black for headings - for Askidenz Grotesk if needed).
The brochure will be 2-sided, bi-folded in the middle, with all four pages designed (front cover, 2 inside pages, back cover).
Unfolded size is standard letter size: 8.5 by 11 inches. Create brochure in Adobe InDesign.
Graphics to include:
4 photographs (minimum). See link below for ASU photos you can use. Be sure that the Effective PPI of all images is 250 or more.
ASU logo. See link below for logos. Make sure you follow the guidelines for placement and use of all ASU logos (http://commguide.asu.edu/identity/asu-logo).
Graphic elements, such as rules (lines), using photo backgrounds, shapes, etc.
Text to include:
Use "Required Text for ASU GIT Recruitment Brochure" Word document below. You may use the sections of text in any order or placement that makes sense and works for your design.
Be sure to include the contact information (website, phone, etc.).
Links:
Download ASU Logos: http://commguide.asu.edu/downloads/logos
Download ASU photographs:
Required Text for ASU GIT Recruitment Brochure:
The Bachelor of Science in graphic information technology offered by the Polytechnic School, of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, prepares graduates for a career in a broad range of design fields, including web development, print and digital publishing, and commercial and technical imaging.
Designed For Success
Tomorrow’s most successful designers will marry a polished design aesthetic with a deep understanding of modern graphic technology, reproduction processes and client management. ASU’s Graphic Information Technology (GIT) program offers an intensive course of study, emphasizing both theory and hands-on laboratory practice, to prepare graduates for a lifelong career in a variety of design fields. The flexible program structure begins by providing a foundation in graphical technology and then allows students to branch out and focus on specific areas of interest. Students can select from a number of different focus areas – web development, gaming, modeling and animation, graphic design and many others – or even design their own program to meet their specific post-graduation goals.
Students develop skills in:
• Web development and interactive technologies.
• Commercial and technical photography and video.
• Print and digital design
• Scripting for web, graphic animation and video media.
• Multimedia and 3-D modeling.
• Pre-media, digital publishing and print technologies.
Dedicated advisors help guide your course of study, choose the right courses and stay on track for an on-time graduation.
Career Outlook
Graphic information technology prepares graduates for technical and management positions in diverse graphic communication and information technology industries, such as:
• Internet and web development.
• Commercial and technical photography and video production.
• Pre-media, digital printing and publishing.
•Technical/digital media production.
GIT Club
One of the largest student organizations on the ASU Polytechnic campus, the GIT Club is the student organization for GIT majors. The club organizes annual events for GIT majors, including meetings with guest speakers from industry and awarding scholarships for students to attend conferences.
Other Degree Options
The Bachelor of Applied Science program is a flexible, 60-credit-hour degree designed specifically for students who have earned a relevant A.A.S. from a regionally accredited institution. A concentration in Internet and Web development is offered, with all courses available online.
To Apply
The program is open to all students, including incoming freshman and transfer students.
Review admission requirements and apply at asu.edu/apply.
The Polytechnic School
Advising Office
480-727-1585
technology@asu.edu
About the Polytechnic School
The Polytechnic School is located in Mesa, the state’s third-largest city and part of Greater Phoenix. The school, one of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, draws more than 3,100 undergraduate and graduate students from around the world with a hands-on learning environment, small class sizes, strong industry connections and a 600-acre campus that sits within a beautiful desert arboretum. A wide range of housing options, scholarship programs and student activities appeal to both graduating high school seniors and nontraditional students.
Learn More
The Polytechnic School
Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
6049 S. Backus Mall
Sutton Hall 301
