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10 Things Every Graphic Designer Should Know

1. The past is never deadold styles, regardless of their age can still be
influential and express a message
2. Always use a grid when designing regardless of the medium
3. Know how to receive criticism
4. How to use harmonies effectively in a design
5. Dont be afraid to just sketch out an idea
6. Look at others work for inspiration
7. Understand how to create a layout (i.e. rule of thirds)
8. Understand the principles of typography and how to effectively use it (i.e.
serif vs. sans-serif, kerning)
9. Know how to use the tools that are at your disposalpractice makes perfect
10. Understand and be familiar with different cultures within your markets and
their use of color.


Top 10 Things Every Person Who Works With Graphic Designers Should Know
1. Typography can have a drastic effect on how users interact with the design
so make sure to support this decision process when it comes to the typeface
and the font.
2. Make sure the harmony that is selected is universal across designers when
dealing with the brand of the company
3. Photographs should have consistent composition when placed in a design,
which is important to communicate to the photographer and graphic
designer
4. Make sure to communicate expectations before assigning projects to graphic
designers
5. Tell the designers the type of medium that the design is going to be used for
such as print, web or external product
6. Never use like or dislike when critiquing designs. Be specific in
descriptions
7. Just because the designer is browsing the web or not at their desk it does not
mean they are not workingthey may just be looking for inspiration
8. Where a designer starts is not indicative of where they are going to end.
9. Trust your graphic designer and their decisions
10. Establish deadlines that are feasible