Nov 10,2008
Dallas is blessed with some of the country’s–and the world’s–most talented masters of visual communications. It is, indeed, no wonder that the city is also bestowed with a first rate professional organization that is solely dedicated to furthering the occupation and its practitioners. This club is called the Dallas Society of Visual Communications, or DSVC, and is the premier establishment for the benefit of all visual artists and their representatives.
What exactly is the DSVC?
The DSVC, which was created and launched by visual artists, is the largest city-wide group of communications professionals in the United States. Although its membership is 900 strong throughout the Dallas-Ft. Worth area, it is still small enough to serve the needs of all its members, from entry level artists to creative directors and artist representatives. Continue reading… »
How to Negotiate Your Salary
- Filed under: Job + Interview Tips
Sep 25,2008
How to negotiate your salary is a very important part of your job search. If you are not paid what you feel is fair, your job satisfaction will be affected from day one. Some applications will be ask for the salary you expect. Other job listings will ask for a cover letter stating salary. Many print ads today do not include salary statements. Regardless of the ad or application requirements, you owe it to yourself to know what the job is worth,, and what you feel you should be paid with regard to your own qualifications and experience. Are you above average or a beginner?
If you accept a job that pays less than wanted for that job, not only will you burn inside from feeling underpaid, eventually you will feel overqualified and unappreciated, and nobody needs that! There are other things to research before you accept a job, and remember that monetary compensation is not the only pay; you can get perks and benefits also. Continue reading… »