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If I do not have any formal training in design, how do I still become a successful designer?
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Asked by Dhruv

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8 years ago
Hi Dhruv,
Just answered this question, will share again;
To be a good designer, a formal education does help, but, to be a good designer you need to be a artistic/visualiser, someone who sees this world from a very different lens, rather than zeros and ones. Also, a very important factor to be a good
Just answered this question, will share again;
To be a good designer, a formal education does help, but, to be a good designer you need to be a artistic/visualiser, someone who sees this world from a very different lens, rather than zeros and ones. Also, a very important factor to be a good
New answer posted•8 years ago

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8 years ago
I don't think so, totally depends on your aspirations and goals, but yes, it definitely, adds to your value as a designer. The most important fact needs to be; you to be a good designer first. Degrees can follow.
New answer posted•8 years ago

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8 years ago
Hi Pihu,
It totally depends on the curriculum and your due diligence, as to how seriously you stick to your study schedules. Per me, Design, be studied regular, as meeting faculty and fellow students from diverse backgrounds, gives varied insights into cultures, lifestyles, which in turn helps a des
It totally depends on the curriculum and your due diligence, as to how seriously you stick to your study schedules. Per me, Design, be studied regular, as meeting faculty and fellow students from diverse backgrounds, gives varied insights into cultures, lifestyles, which in turn helps a des
New answer posted•8 years ago

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8 years ago
Hi Keshav, There are numerous private institutes; Arena, MAAC, Picasso, ZICA to name a few
But if you are looking for degree courses then I would suggest; College of Arts, and for post graduation, you can choose, NID.
But if you are looking for degree courses then I would suggest; College of Arts, and for post graduation, you can choose, NID.
New answer posted•8 years ago

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8 years ago
Very important question Akshita. A good designer should always;
1. Be very calm, patient, relaxed
2. Be open to criticism/feedback
3. Be a good listener, to understand the audience's requirement and covert those into tangible/measurable output
4. Be open to ideas, whosoever is giving them
5. Be aware of
1. Be very calm, patient, relaxed
2. Be open to criticism/feedback
3. Be a good listener, to understand the audience's requirement and covert those into tangible/measurable output
4. Be open to ideas, whosoever is giving them
5. Be aware of
New answer posted•8 years ago
Is coaching necessary to prepare for the design entrance exam or I can do self-study and crack the exams?
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Asked by Keshav

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8 years ago
Hi Keshav, Coaching does help in reducing the lag time to analyse and answer the questions, quickly. Also, coaching also gives you an insight to trends over the years, to be a better designer.
New answer posted•8 years ago
If I do not have any formal training in design, how do I still become a successful designer?
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Asked by Kabir

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8 years ago
Kabeer,
To be a good designer, a formal education does help, but, to be a good designer you need to be a artistic/visualiser, someone who sees this world from a very different lens, rather than zeros and ones. Also, a very important factor to be a good designer is/are not software/s but how well can
To be a good designer, a formal education does help, but, to be a good designer you need to be a artistic/visualiser, someone who sees this world from a very different lens, rather than zeros and ones. Also, a very important factor to be a good designer is/are not software/s but how well can
New answer posted•8 years ago

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8 years ago
Hi Akshita, Design is a vast subject, but primarily if you master the following software, then you have a robust foundation;
For visual design:
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, For Animation and Edit (Video and Audio):
Adobe After Effects, Adobe Audition, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pr
For visual design:
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, For Animation and Edit (Video and Audio):
Adobe After Effects, Adobe Audition, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pr
New answer posted•8 years ago
Will an MBA help while pursuing a career in fashion designing?
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Asked by Pihu
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8 years ago
Fashion designing is the art of the application of designs and aesthetics or natural beauty to clothing and accessories. Fashion designers are the professional who do fashion designing course and either work in some Fashion institutes, Export houses, private companies or with some brands. Some of th
New question posted•8 years ago
Can you give me some tips to clear design exams like CEED NID, etc. ?
49 Views|Posted 8 years ago
Asked by Keshav