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Top 5 Tips for Creating Impressive Video Resumes - 0 views

  • Don’t just create a video resume because you can, create one because it’s relevant to the job you want to do.
  • just reading aloud the contents of your CV is a waste of everyone’s time.
  • one-minute mark is ideal.
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  • Imagine your friends and family watching the clip. If the thought of that embarrasses you, then don’t submit it.
  • Be creative, but professional. Do not deviate too much from the demeanor you would have in the workplace
  • bloopers reel accompanied with credits, a clever way to show off your personality (and that you don’t take yourself too seriously).
    • Alex Portela
       
      This is a great site to reference because there are real videos to check out as examples. The first one includes links to other short videos that are a part of this persons video resume.
    • Merlyn Reyna
       
      I agree, the videos are really helpful! 
  • In today’s highly competitive job market, creating the right video resume to accompany your traditional CV can make you stand out from the crowd. The wrong one, though, can make you a laughing stock.
  • 1. Make Sure It’s Appropriate
  • 3. Keep it Short
  • 4. Don’t Be Afraid to Be Creative
  • 5. Make Sure It Passes the Share Test
  • 2. Don’t Just Read Out Your Resume

  • Don’t just create a video resume because you can, create one because it’s relevant to the job you want to do.

    If you’re applying for a role in the online, media, social or creative professions, then it’s more likely a decent video resume will have the desired effect, i.e., getting you invited for an interview.

    Don’t send a video resume to a more traditional type of company that won’t “get it.” You might do your chances more harm than good.

    Graeme Anthony, from the example above, is a public relations executive. His cleverly thought out online content adds an extra wow factor to his already outstanding experience.


    2. Don’t Just Read Out Your Resume


    The whole point of a video presentation is to offer a potential employer greater insight into you than a traditional resume can, so

    just reading aloud the contents of your CV is a waste of everyone’s time.

    Use the video to help the employer get a sense of not just what you have achieved, but what you are capable of achieving in the future.

    “Tell them why you would be the right person to hire and what you can do for them,” says Mario Gedicke, account manager at Mayomann.com, a video employment platform.

    You can, however, highlight particularly relevant info from your resume. “Focus on your experience and skill set (and possible education/training) especially relevant to the position,” advises Tyler Redford, CEO of resumebook.tv, an online resume management system.

    And if it’s appropriate and relevant to the job (as in the example above), then don’t be afraid to talk about your passions.


    3. Keep it Short


    “Keep your video resume short,” says Gedicke, who advises that a

    one-minute mark is ideal. Redford agrees that a video resume should be “short and sweet.” He suggests staying within two minutes.

    “Keep in mind that recruiters would likely want to use the video resume as an initial filter for applicants,” Redford says. “However, recruiters do not typically want to use the video resume in lieu of a real, in-person interview.”

    Think of your video resume as your own personal teaser trailer. In the example above, the clip is less than one minute and 20 seconds in length, while the extra time is made up of a

    bloopers reel accompanied with credits, a clever way to show off your personality (and that you don’t take yourself too seriously).


    4. Don’t Be Afraid to Be Creative


    If you’re opting for a video resume, then go the whole hog and make it spectacular. Be creative, whether that’s with the concept of your pitch, use of humor, clever production values or brilliant editing.

    However, stay classy. “

    Be creative, but professional. Do not deviate too much from the demeanor you would have in the workplace ,” says Redford. Gedicke suggests this should extend to your wardrobe too: “Dress professionally, just as if you are going to an in-person interview.”

    In the video above, James Corne creates a spoof AA-style confession, but maintains a certain veneer and dresses like he was headed to the office. This demonstrates creativity and humor whilst showing him to be a professional person.


    5. Make Sure It Passes the Share Test


    As with all online life, don’t put content out there that you wouldn’t be prepared to see go viral. It’s unlikely your video resume will become an overnight Internet sensation, but imagining that scenario is a good test to make sure you could cope if it did.

    Imagine your friends and family watching the clip. If the thought of that embarrasses you, then don’t submit it.


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    More Related Resources from Mashable


    - 4 Digital Alternatives to the Traditional Resume
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    - 5 Ways to Get a Job Through YouTube
    - 5 Tips for Aspiring Social Media Marketers

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  • 2. Don’t Just Read Out Your Resume
  • If you’re applying for a role in the online, media, social or creative professions, then it’s more likely a decent video resume will have the desired effect, i.e., getting you invited for an interview.
  • . Keep it Short
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  • If you’re opting for a video resume, then go the whole hog and make it spectacular. Be creative, whether that’s with the concept of your pitch, use of humor, clever production values or brilliant editing.

    However, stay classy. “

    Be creative, but professional. Do not deviate too much from the demeanor you would have in the workplace ,” says Redford. Gedicke suggests this should extend to your wardrobe too: “Dress professionally, just as if you are going to an in-person interview.”

    In the video above, James Corne creates a spoof AA-style confession, but maintains a certain veneer and dresses like he was headed to the office. This demonstrates creativity and humor whilst showing him to be a professional person.


    5. Make Sure It Passes the Share Test


    As with all online life, don’t put content out there that you wouldn’t be prepared to see go viral. It’s unlikely your video resume will become an overnight Internet sensation, but imagining that scenario is a good test to make sure you could cope if it did.

    Imagine your friends and family watching the clip. If the thought of that embarrasses you, then don’t submit it.


    Digital Marketing Job Listings


    Every week we put out a list of social media and web job opportunities . While we post a huge range of job listings, we’ve selected some of the top digital marketing opportunities from the past two weeks to get you started. Happy hunting!


    More Related Resources from Mashable


    - 4 Digital Alternatives to the Traditional Resume
    - Top 9 Job Sites to Bookmark for Your Career Search
    - 19 Resources to Help You Land a Job in 2011
    - 5 Ways to Get a Job Through YouTube
    - 5 Tips for Aspiring Social Media Marketers

    Image courtesy of iStockphoto , oleg66

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  • As with all online life, don’t put content out there that you wouldn’t be prepared to see go viral. It’s unlikely your video resume will become an overnight Internet sensation, but imagining that scenario is a good test to make sure you could cope if it did.

    Imagine your friends and family watching the clip. If the thought of that embarrasses you, then don’t submit it.


    Digital Marketing Job Listings


    Every week we put out a list of social media and web job opportunities . While we post a huge range of job listings, we’ve selected some of the top digital marketing opportunities from the past two weeks to get you started. Happy hunting!


    More Related Resources from Mashable


    - 4 Digital Alternatives to the Traditional Resume
    - Top 9 Job Sites to Bookmark for Your Career Search
    - 19 Resources to Help You Land a Job in 2011
    - 5 Ways to Get a Job Through YouTube
    - 5 Tips for Aspiring Social Media Marketers

    Image courtesy of iStockphoto , oleg66

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    This is the best website to find out ideas for creating your own video resume. It also shows what information should be incorporated or not.
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    Tips on making video resumes.
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    This was the best and my favorite page that I found on the topic of video Resumes. It goes through 5 simple tips to making a successful video resume and gives an example of each of those 5 tips. The tips are making sure its appropriate, Don't just read out your resume, Keep it short, don't be afraid to be creative, and making sure it passes the share test. A great source and a great page.
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    This article discusses 5 tips for creating a video resume and it gives a video resume example that best fits that specific tip. The first tip is to make sure the video resume is appropriate by making sure its relevant to the job you are applying for. The second tip is not to just read out the resume but highlighting specific information in the resume that is relevant to the postion you are applying for. The third tip is keep it short by staying within 2 minutes. The fourth tip is to be creative and the last tip is not to create a video that would bring shame to yourself.
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    gives 5 tips on how to make a creative video resume
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    This website gives five tips for creating effective video resumes. The five tips are extremely helpful to those looking to create a video resume but aren't sure what should be included or where to start.
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    DD10 HW 4 This website provides five different ways to ensure video resume success. The videos apply to what they are talking about and then there is a brief written explanation. 
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    Video resumes are becoming more and more popular so what makes it standout? This will give some creative ways to make that impressive video.
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    According to this article, making a video resume can be a challenge. It offers five tips from "pros in the know," plus actually sample video resumes. The first tip is to make sure a video resume is appropriate. A video resume may be acceptable for certain professions and wrong for others. Secondly, do not just read from the resume. The point of a video resume is to  present some additional insight into your character and capabilities. Next, keep the video short, around one minute. Four, don't avoid creativity; let your personality shine through. Finally, if you wouldn't want your family or friends to see the video, then don't submit it.
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    The top five tips to create an impressive video resume are: 1.Make sure it is appropriate 2.Don't just read your resume out loud 3.Keep it short 4.Don't be afraid to be creative 5.Have several peers edit it before sending it out
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    I really like this website gives good tips to create a good video resume. You really have to think on making it appropriate, and not just read out of the resume, also keeping it short. Another tip was also to be creative and make sure it passes the share test. Really good tips, and has a video for each and good explanation.
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    Here is a great resource for creating a video resume. It lists 5 tips and provides a sample video resume that demonstrates these things.
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    The information found on this website will help to create video resumes that stand out yet are appropriate. The website gives 5 tips through videos to help you such as, making sure it's appropriate, not just reading out your resume, keeping it short, creative, and making sure it passes the share test. With these tips, one would be able to create a video resume that is to the point and sticks out as well.
Shannon Ridgeway

Job Hunters Seek Winning Edge in Video Resumes : NPR - 0 views

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      This site covers some pros and cons of a video resume. While it can be too revealing too fast, a well produced video with effective communication can make a candidate stand out.
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    NPR does a great job at listing the benefits of using a video resumes as opposed to on paper. The big understanding is that video resumes stand out and can let the employer know just who you are.
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    NPR goes over the pros and cons of video resumes. 
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    Good NPR article about getting an edge on finding a job in a tough market.  Even has links to several good examples of effective video resumes.
natalie arellano

D#10 HW#6-Video Resume Tips - 0 views

  • A video resume is a short video created by a candidate for employment that describes the individual's skills and qualifications and is typically used to supplement a traditional resume
  • It's important to keep in mind that a video resume isn't going to get you a job. However, if can assist you in marketing yourself to prospective employers - if it's done right.
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  • CareerBuilder, Jobster, and MyWorkster, have a section of your profile where you can include video.
  • Dress professionally in business attire, just as if you were going to an in-person interview. Keep your video resume short: one - three minutes. Look at the camera not at the desk or table below you. Don't speak too fast. Make sure there isn't any background noise and that the wall behind you isn't too busy. Practice what you're going to say ahead of time. Start by mentioning your name (first and last). Focus on your professional endeavors, not your personal ones. Discuss why you would be a good employee and what you can do for the company that hires you. Thank the viewer for considering you for employment.
  • Where to Upload Your Video
  • Don't expect your video resume to replace your traditional resume.
  • Tips to Help You Prepare a Professional Video Resume:
  • How to Promote Your Video Resume
  • Include a link to your video resume in your paper/online resume. Include your video resume or a link to it in your professional profiles on career networking sites like MyWorkster, Jobster or LinkedIn. Send the link to your networking contacts.
  • Video Resume Don'ts Don't mix your personal life with your professional one.
  • your own web site
  • chances of getting an interview
  • ask friends or family to review it
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    This blog is a good resource for tips on making an impressionable resume video. It provides samples of good quality resumes and gives you specific tips on what to do and how to dress. It also has examples of poor tapes that seemed like it was a joke. Overall a great blog site with helpful hints.
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    The what, where,how, who, why?
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    Great tips on video resumes. How to make them as well as why they help.
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    Video resumes are different than a Typical resume because you're actually the one in front of the camera and speaking about who you are and what you do. This is a lot different and I would say harder then writing your information on a piece of paper. But the advantages of this are they can see you for who you really are and not what's written on a piece of paper. A disadvantage of this is that you have to make sure you pin point your audience is and that can be difficult at times. When writing something on a paper it's easy to address certain people but when you are actually in front of someone or in front of a camera you have to work a little harder to present yourself in the right way.
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    this website gives good tips on how a video resume would be helpful and tips on how to create a video resume
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    This is a great resource that gives tips on video resumes
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    This website had a lot of information regarding video resumes. It had the basics, good tips, and great resources to other sites that can help you promote your video resume such as myworkster and LinkedIn.
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    This website gives tips on how to act while on camera, what to wear, where to upload the video for the best outcome and how to promote it.
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    This site provides helpful tips and how to create a video resume.
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    This website talks about what video resume is about , how a video resume can help, tips that will help you prepare a professional video resume and how to promote your video resume by including a link to it in your professional profiles on career networking sites like myworkster, jobster or linkedIn.
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    This site is helpful because it explains and link out to other sites on how to create a video response. It also explains how you can benefit from a video resume.
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    -dress nice -dont talk too fast -3 min max -rehearse -keep it to professional, not personal -remember to thank at the end -look at camara -include a link to a video resume at the end of real resume
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    Tips about viedo resumes and how they do and dont help get you an interview
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    This website provides useful information about video resumes. I liked that it provided tips that will help us prepare when making a video resume. The tip I thought was important was making sure to keep the video short. It also provided a list of "don't"s. I like that it mentioned not to mix one's personal life with the professional one. I thought this was important especially because we are googling ourselves as part of our HW for Deadline #11.
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    This website is very helpful when it comes to building up your resume.  It gives you tips on what you should include to have chances on getting an interview and what not to do.  It also tells you where to upload your video and how to promote your video.  
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    This site list tips on how to create a resume video. Where to post your video resume. Also, why to create a resume video.
Michael Wheeler

Resume Tube | Video Resume | Resume Videos | Video Job Resume - 0 views

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    this is an entire site dedicated to resume videos and it even helps you browse for jobs that you can post it for
Felicita Rodriguez

Purdue Online Writing Lab - 0 views

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    It looks like you used the Purdue site also. I agree with you that it does a great job of explaining rhetoric in the apa format.
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    This website is a good tool for writing. It is actually an educational online writing lab. It is available to anyone who needs assistance in the writing process. There are writing resources for various topics (i.e. professional, literature, medical, journalism).This website also includes job search and resume writing tools. As well as, MLA and APA guides.
Julie Keith

HOW TO WRITE A BETTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL by Brian Konradt - 0 views

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    I really like this person's short and to the point guide into writting a better instruction manual. It is very quick to read and gives you enough guidance to get the job done.
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    I really like this person's short and to the point guide into writting a better instruction manual. It is very quick to read and gives you enough guidance to get the job done.
Nicole Carnal

D #2 HW #2 Advertisements that use emphasis - 0 views

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    This site shows different advertisements that, for the most part, do a great job of showing emphasis. Most use color, boldness, or hierarchy to convey their message.
Hector Garcia

D#3HW#1: Design View / Andy Rutledge - Contrast and Meaning - 0 views

  • Design is largely an exercise in creating or suggesting contrasts, which are used to define hierarchy, manipulate certain widely understood relationships, and exploit context to enhance or redefine those relationships
  • he function of contrast in defining meaning can be explained by comparing fundamental opposites: dark/light, soft/hard, fast/slow.
  • In a layout, contrast helps lead the reader’s eye into and through your layout. Each component of the page—graphic, textual, or interactive—has a job to do, and each of those jobs falls within a hierarchy that’s specific to the project at hand.
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  • Website visitors quickly scan a page’s layout and decide how and where they’ll begin consuming the content. If you’ve used contrast to craft a visual information hierarchy, you can compel viewers to look where you want them to.
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    Page introducing primary forms of contrast such as size, texture, color, position, shape, and orientation.
Julie Keith

How to Make a Video Resume for Job Search - 0 views

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    Finally I find a halfway decent site with information on how to do a video resume. This includes some information on both doing the video yourself and paying to have someone help you with it. Good information though as you make your own.
Michael Wheeler

Chpt. 6 Repetition-Principles of Design - 0 views

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    short and sweet page, not reallly a definition but it does good job explaining what we use repetition for. It also provides a slideshow of pictures if you click on the images to give examples of differetn kinds of patterns and repetition in design
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    I am pushin' this one just because of the examples in the slide shows that it gives
Garrett McConchie

Entrepreneur - 0 views

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    This site, even though not quite as clean as most, still does the job. I think the best aspect of C.R.A.P is proximity. everything that is related, is together, and its not confusing to read.
Garrett McConchie

Netflix - 0 views

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    I think this site might do one of the best jobs with C.R.A.P principles. I think it is so easy to know exactly where everything is. It doesn't overwhelm you and it allows you to easily browse whatever you want.
Garrett McConchie

Apple Store - 0 views

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    I have always thought that this site does an amazing job of being very simple and sleek. I think it follows the rules of C.R.A.P very well and is easy on the eyes. It allows you to go from one thing to the next and not feel overwhelmed with information.
phylicia tarantola

AOL.com - News, Sports, Weather, Entertainment, Local & Lifestyle - 1 views

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    This is my favorite web-page out of the four website I chose to display my C.R.A.P principals. I realize this web-page is a little bit flashy however I do feel that it doesn't a good job of contrast, repetition, alignment, and proximity.
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    you feel that it doesn't or does:) i think this is a good website concedering ive never been on it lol but to me i think that it has a little to much going on? like i see a bunch of different type faces and sizes and colors i didnt even know were to start lol why do you think that its a good CRAP example:)
Corey Nicholson

D#7 HW#2 documentation - 0 views

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    This article does a good job at highlighting Microsoft's Word processor to use online documentation. The beginning seems more like an advertisement for Word but after digging in a little deeper you'll find some value.
Ariella Gabino

How to Make an Effective Layout D#1 HW#13 - 0 views

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    This website goes into detail about the process of laying out projects, such as in this case brochures for your business or hotel maybe. The website goes into detail about what you can do to keep the readers attention in the page and what you have to say by appearance and how things are laid out and grouped together. In any design process this is the most important part because you must figure out how to capture the readers attention as well as maintain their attention. This website does a wonderful job at taking you through that process step by step.
Helen Lennarson

BBC News - 0 views

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    The general construction of this page does a marvelous job of using contrast to liven up their page, as opposed to a more traditional news page which usually doesn't offer too much in way of color of format variation.
Anastacia Albinda

D#4 HW#1 - 0 views

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      This site refers again to symmetrical and asymmetrical. It also reviews radial, horizontal, and vertical approaches to balance.
  • To balance a composition is to distribute its parts in such a way that the viewer is satisfied that the piece is not about to pull itself over.
  • instead of having actual or physical balance, the artist needs to create an illusion of balance, referred to as visual balance
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  • Asymmetrical Balance
  • Symmetrical Balance
  • Balance.
  • Radial Balance
  • Horizontal Balance
  • Vertical Balance
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    This website is a good example of "balance" because it has distinct and easy to follow images . Also it provides examples of the definitions of the terms that are enclosed in the term of balance.
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    This site gives quick lessons on the principles of design. The 2nd lesson is that of balance. It goes over horizontal, vertical, radial, symmetrical, and asymmetrical balance
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    This website gives more examples of balance including horizontal, vertical, radial, Brower's Chocolate, etc The formal, informal and dynamic examples on this site informs the user on different techniques that can be used. This is my favorite site out of the 3 bookmarked
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    I like how this website is defining the types of balance, and it also gives good examples. It shows symmetrical, asymmetrical balance and also radial, horizontal and vertical balance. Really good examples.
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    This website shows the principles of balance in design. It does a really good job explaining how to create an illusion of visual balance. I like how they had pictures to expand on what they are talking about!
Ariella Gabino

D#7 HW#6 - 0 views

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    D#7, HW#6-- I thought this website was useful because it had a LOT of information about copyrights and the internet. It discusses plagiarism, how long copyrights last, and even what you can and can not do when creating a webpage. Great information to know for Project #2.
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    This web page does a great job at breaking it down simply. It explains what copyright is, how long it last, as well as what you can and cannot do with it. It specifically goes into what is copyrighted on the internet and what you can put on your page and what you cannot put on your page. This I believe would greatly benefit us for this class knowing what exactly we can and cannot do.
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