How do I organize my graphic design files?
Within each client folder we have a folder for each project that we do for them. An individual project would be something like a logo design, website design or brochure design. Now, if a client orders a full stationary set like business cards, letterhead and envelopes, we will typically put this together into one project.
Is it important to organize your time and resources?
Yes, it’s always been important for workers to make sure that they’re doing the right things and staying on task, but in shaky economic times it’s a matter of survival (your own, career-wise, as well as your company’s).
Why are folder names important for graphic design?
Design file names and folder structure are a key ingredient to your success as a graphic designer. Ok, here’s the scenario; a client calls you because he just picked up the presentation your firm designed from the local Kinko’s and they’ve found some typos. Also, they’ve decided to change some images.
How do you name a folder for a project?
Each project folder is named with the project number and the project name. So, for instance, a project folder might be named: “3186_business_stationary”. Now, you’ll notice that I used underscores instead of spaces in the name of that folder.
Which is the best way to archive a project?
Once you have the above materials ready you can then archive your individual projects. To do this, you will need to navigate to your project and click on published and select archive from the drop down.
Why is archiving projects important in engagementhq?
Before we take a look at some of the more practical aspects of archiving projects in EngagementHQ, it’s best to quickly go over the reasons why this practice is so important. Without overstating the obvious, archiving projects and making them available to your community as a record of consultation activities is important these main reasons.