Graphic Artists Guild Handbook, 16th Edition
Graphic Artists Guild Handbook is the industry bible for communication design and illustration professionals. A comprehensive reference guide, this new edition offers professionals an essential guide for keeping up with rapidly changing technology, helping the graphic artists navigate the world of pricing, collecting payment and protecting their creative network. It also offers graphic artists practical tips on how to negotiate the best deals, price their services accurately, and create contracts that protect their rights. For the sixteenth edition, the content has been reorganized, topics have been expanded, and new chapters have been added to create a resource that is more relevant to how graphic artists work today.
FEATURES INCLUDE:
More in-depth information for the self-employed on how to price work to make a sustainable living and plan for times of economic uncertainty.
A new chapter on using skills and talents to maximize income with multiple revenue streams—workshops, videos, niche markets, passion projects, selling art, and much more.
Current U.S. salary information and freelance rates by discipline.
Pricing guidelines for buyers and sellers.
Up-to-date copyright registration information.
Model contracts and forms to adapt to your specific needs.
Interviews with eleven self-employed graphic artists who have created successful careers,using many of the practices found in this Handbook.