Student Portfolio Review:
April 17, 2010

What is PreFlight?

PreFlight is an event designed to provide Graphic and Web Design students an opportunity to receive constructive feedback from experienced design professionals. PreFlight is a great way to show your work and ideas to some of the best art directors and designers in the Inland Northwest. All that is needed to participate is a portfolio – and it doesn’t need to be a finished product. 

Is this an interview or job fair?

No. The goal of the event is to practice...

• presenting your work
• explaining your work
• receiving constructive feedback
• networking

Listen intently, inquire thoughtfully, shake hands, and position yourself professionally.

Registration:

New for 2010: AAF Student Members will get priority registration.

Online registration open March 29th for Student Members.
Online registration open to all students April 5th.
All participants must RSVP for one session.

Cost:

Student Members: FREE
Non-members: $20

Where:

Holley Mason Building
157 South Howard Street
Spokane, WA

Sessions:

The event is split into two 90 minute sessions.
Individual reviews will be limited to 10 minutes; time will be called.

Session 1
8:30am - 10:30am
8:30am : Check in and orientation
9:00am : Reviews begin, ending promptly at 10:30am

Session 2
10:30am - 12:30pm
10:30am : Check in and orientation
11:00am : Reviews begin, ending promptly at 12:30pm

What to bring:

A portfolio. (Note: This can be a work in progress.)
Just bring your best work and be prepared to talk about your thought process.

Be open to feedback:

PreFlight is all about the learning. The professionals invited are signing on to be your ally. You’ll receive feedback regarding typography, design elements and concept. They are there to help you create a powerful design portfolio... not to fail. Dress to impress, treat the event as you would a real job interview, business casual recommended.

Event essentials:

• Bring 5 - 7 pieces. (Development stage is welcome and encouraged.)
• Bring thumbnails and sketches for at least one piece to show your process.
• You may present digital artwork on your personal laptop - Remember to charge your battery!

Questions? gregs@spokanefalls.edu 

Check out the 2009 Slide Show