Create a newsletter for your company about creating professional desktop publishing documents.
Instructions:
You may NOT use a template for this assignment.
Start with a blank document.
The topic of the newsletter is professional desktop publishing. The newsletter is intended to help employees create professional publications.
Some content for the newsletter has been written for you. You should copy and paste the following information into your document and format it accordingly.
Graphic design is a popular career field. It usually involves combining text and pictures to create visual interest. Graphic design is used for both print and online publications and web pages. It is a very competitive field. Only the brightest and best end up landing actual jobs in the field.
You don’t have to be a graphic designer to use graphic design principles. Both publication and word processing software packages have built in helpers so you can look like an expert.
Templates are pre-formatted documents that allow you to insert your own content where there are placeholders. You may be familiar with placeholders if you have used a presentation program before. Click here to add text is an example of a placeholder. Dummy pictures and images can also be inserted into a template and replaced with your own images. Lines, borders, and boxes may be present as well to help you apply design principles. You can customize those by changing the colors and thickness.
A wizard is similar to a template, but the program will ask you questions to help you design your document. Your document will be formatted and contain information based on your answers.
Another option in some programs is called Quick Parts. Quick Parts are mini-templates that include sidebars and quote boxes that can be inserted into a document. Sometimes QuickParts are called Building Blocks.
You will also be required to write some of the content on your own. You must include specifics on the PARC principles. One way would be to use each one as a section or article.
Required Elements and Formatting:
A masthead with the title and a logo image. You may use the logo you created in lesson 2 or a new one.
At least two columns.
Subheadings in the newsletters – can be sections in the newsletter or article titles.
A table of information. The borders of the table should be omitted.
A drop cap.
At least one text wrapped image within the text.
Sections in the newsletter on Proximity, Alignment, Repetition and Contrast.
Borders and shading applied to either a paragraph or your subheadings.
Somewhere in your newsletter you should add your name (perhaps as the editor or author), today's date (as the publication date), and your school (maybe as the publication company).
Remember:
You must create this newsletter from scratch.
You must also use all of the design principles that you have learned in this unit in your design.
Make the newsletter one that people want to read to obtain important information
[Company Logo]
Professional Desktop Publishing Newsletter
[Current Date]
Table of Contents:
1. Introduction to Graphic Design
2. Using Design Helpers
3. Templates and Wizards
4. Quick Parts and Building Blocks
5. Applying Design Principles
a. Proximity
b. Alignment
c. Repetition
d. Contrast
Introduction to Graphic Design
Graphic design is a popular career field that involves the combination of text and pictures to create visual interest. It is used for both print and online publications and web pages. In this competitive field, only the brightest and best end up landing actual jobs. However, you don't have to be a graphic designer to use graphic design principles effectively.
Using Design Helpers
Publication and word processing software packages provide built-in helpers that allow you to appear like an expert in graphic design. These helpers make it easier for individuals without a background in graphic design to create professional-looking publications.
Templates and Wizards
Templates are pre-formatted documents that already have placeholders for your content. These placeholders can be filled with your text, images, and other visual elements. Templates can also have lines, borders, and boxes that you can customize to create visually appealing designs. On the other hand, wizards are similar to templates but they guide you through a series of questions to help you design your document according to your specific needs.
Quick Parts and Building Blocks
Another useful feature in some software programs is Quick Parts or Building Blocks. These are mini-templates that include sidebars and quote boxes that can be inserted into your document. They provide ready-made elements that can enhance the visual appeal and organization of your publication.
Applying Design Principles
Proximity: The principle of proximity involves grouping related elements together to create a visual connection and promote understanding. By placing related content close to each other, readers can easily identify relationships and navigate through the document.
Alignment: Alignment is essential for creating a clean and organized layout. It ensures that elements are visually connected and creates a sense of order. Aligning text, images, and other visual elements helps to establish a balanced and professional look.
Repetition: Repetition helps create consistency and unity in your publication. By repeating similar fonts, colors, and design elements throughout, you establish a cohesive visual identity that reinforces your professionalism.
Contrast: Contrast adds visual interest and helps direct the reader's attention to key elements. By using contrasting colors, fonts, and sizes, you can create emphasis and hierarchy in your design. This technique enhances readability and makes important information stand out.
By understanding and applying these design principles, you can create professional-looking desktop publishing documents that captivate and inform your audience.
[Text Wrapped Image]
Your Name
Editor/Author
[School Name]
Publication Company