Course title :
Editorial design
Course title :
Editorial design
Course Code:
MD105
Level:
Bachelor’s degree level
ECTS Credits:
15.00
Open or restricted access :
Open
Required previous knowledge :
None, but sufficient mastery of the English language is required.
Teaching semester :
Spring
Number of semesters:
1
Examination semester :
Spring
Introduction:
Editorial design is about constructing editorial content for a media production (magazin) with focus on both content and design. Depending on the individual choice of interpretation and visualisation of content, the result can contain visual elements like text, photos, illustrations or anything else that emphazises and communicates the chosen topic in the best way.
Learning outcome :
The students are to acquire extended skills in visualising content by interview- and layout skills.
Organization and work methods :
During the course, the students will constuct their own magazin, based on interviews of their group members. A given topic will be the framework for the project. Lectures about interviewing and design (composition, typography, design) will be given during the course, and by group meetings and individual meetings, the students will receive continously feedback and constructive critic. In addition, a basic course in Adobe InDesign will be given.
Lectures are mandatory. Groupmeetings and individual meetings are to be appointed. The students will be attached to groups for interviewing, but will work individually on their own product.
Coursework requirements :
The final product (magazine) is to be presented electronically for the whole class.
Assessment and examination :
Portfolio
A file containing the students work (PDF) and a personal report (2000-4000 words) is the basis documentation for the final grade.
Scale of grades :
A-F, where A is the best grade and E is the lowest passing grade.
Examiner arrangements :
Internal examiners. Grading will be done in accordance with §12.2 in the Regulations governing studies and examinations at Volda University College.
Reading list:
- Horst Moser: The Art Directors Handbook of professional Magazine Design. Thames & Hudson
- David A. Lauer & Stephen Pentak: Design Basics. 2005.
- Timothy Samara: Making and Breaking the Grid. 2005.
- Quentin Newark: What´s Graphic Design. RotoVision. 2002.
- E. Spiekermann & E.M. Ginger: Stop Stealing Sheep. Adobe Press. 1993.
- Stacey King: Magazine Design That Works. Rockport. 2001.
- Andreu Balius: Type At Work. BIS. 2003.
- Steven Heller & Teresa Fernandes: Magazines Inside & Out. Nippan. 1996.
- William Owen: Modern Magazine Design. Wm.C.Brown Publishers.
- Fashion and Style: The best from 20 years of ID. Edited by Terry Jones. Taschen.
- Digital Lab: Print & Electronic Design. Author: Yolanda Zappaterra (Magazines, books and websites)
Evaluation and quality assurance :
The course will be evaluated in accordance with the University College’s routines for quality assurance.
Number of places:
15 - 50
Person with course responsibility :
Thomas Lewe, 70 07 51 45, lewe@hivolda.no
Faculty :
AMF
