Writing for Designers 1 (VCDP 1132)

This course introduces students to the building blocks of effective writing, from overall writing process techniques to details like word choice and sentence structure. Students will learn to define the intended audience and purpose of a written piece and will practice writing persuasive messages for both business communication and marketing purposes. The course will cover various types of professional writing that are relevant to graphic designers, including creative briefs, email correspondence, oral presentations, resumes, and cover letters. While working through writing projects, students will also learn to identify and correct common writing mistakes.