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FASH 0016 - Fashion Portfolio Development

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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Prerequisite: Completion of FASH 4A, 7, 8, and 14 with grades of "C" or better Hours: 72 (36 lecture, 36 activity) Description: Creation and use of fashion portfolio for college transfer to a four year school and/or job interviews in the fashion industries. Students brand and market themselves highlighting individual skills and strengths. Exploration of different presentation styles includes print and digital material. As a culmination of study, students present the portfolio in interview format as final project. For advanced students. (not transferable) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion 36 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 72 Outside of Class Hours 36 Course Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate principles of design while creating content and layout of finished portfolio. Create computer-aided projects and a digital portfolio to help showcase individual strengths and skills. Critique class portfolios and mock interviews to prepare for actual interviews. Course Content Outline I. Introduction to the Portfolio A. Competitive edge B. Role of Portfolio C. Industry segments II Merchandising Portfolio model A. Job Target and Objective B. Skills assessment C. Documentation of skills III. Portfolios A. Types and Comparison B. General versus Focused C. Portfolio Supplies IV Organization and Contents A. Creating Brand Identity B. Individual Marketing Piece V. Presentation Formats and Layouts A. Design Elements and Page Design B. Page Layout VI. Use of Technology in Portfolio Development A. Digital Portfolio B. Online Formats C. Copyright issues VII. Portfolio Presentation A. Branding yourself B. Professionalism C. Critiques self and group VIII. Resume Development A. Formats B. Updating the resume IX. Interview and Cover Letter A. Cover letter format B. Preparing for the interview C. Using the Portfolio during the interview X. Maintaining and Updating the Portfolio A. Updating the Portfolio B. Changing the brand image of Portfolio C. Integrating Industry experience Course Objectives Course Objectives Through projects, discussion, and oral presentations student will: Lecture Objectives: 1. identify personal interests and current or future job or school target; 2. evaluate skill set to highlight strengths and improve weaknesses; 3. formulate a job search plan including a work log; 4. identify the presentation style which best suits personal brand image and skills; 5. select the focus of the portfolio general versus focused specific (Ex. men's, women's, children's, accessories); 6. create a cohesive brand for self and portfolio; 7. critique (self and group) of the finished portfolio pieces; 8. develop a personal statement and resume; 9. formulate cover, job inquiry and thank you letters. Laboratory Objectives: 1. investigate the skills required to be hired for this type of job by looking at actual job listings; 2. illustrate creativity through blending of text-driven work and complimentary visuals; 3. demonstrate principles of design while creating content and layout of finished portfolio; 4. design computer-aided projects and a digital portfolio or web page; 5. edit work to build concepts and create unity; 6. solve specific self-created challenges to showcase individual strengths and skills; 7. construct an IMP (Individual Marketing Piece) to be used as a mailer or a leave behind piece; select the materials and case which best suit individual focus; 8. assemble a completed portfolio prepared for interviews; 9. practice interviews using the portfolio to prepare for actual interviews. Methods of Evaluation Projects Skill Demonstrations Reading Assignments 1. Read college level textbook on development of the portfolio to prepare for hands-on in-class demonstrations by instructor and for self critique throughout the semester. 2. Research and read trade papers and online job listings to understand job descriptions and skill requirements in order to effectively target individual job opportunities and objectives. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. As part of their portfolio student will create a resume. The appropriate style resume will be cohesive with the overall style of the portfolio and will highlight the student's skill set including their competencies and accomplishments. 2. Business letters - cover, inquiry, job response, thank you and follow up letters. Practice with e-etiquette will also be required. These will be specific to each student's goals. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Create season specific fabric and color stories on presentation boards demonstrating color and graphic sense as well as fabric knowledge. 2. The completed portfolio is the culmination of student work in previous classes which have been reworked or refined to become part of the branded portfolio. The completed portfolio will also contain student and instructor generated challenges identified to create a well rounded portfolio. Create trend story boards and reports to show big picture creative concepts and point of view. The portfolio will be used as a tool in a one-on-one interview with the instructor as the final. Portfolio pieces will be worked on during lab time and outside of class. Methods of Instruction Activity Lecture/Discussion Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. A portfolio with plastic sleeves or pages to contain and present their work, flash drive, access to a color printer, art supplies, which may include pencils, erasers, colored pencils, watercolor, brushes, scissors, glue, markers and paper as needed to create portfolio. Fabric and trim swatches. Digital photography may also be used to present images.