February 2010 Meeting
Skill Building and Recruiting in the Corridor
Previous presentations have focused on job seekers and how to stay a step ahead in this tough economic climate.
At our February 9 meeting, we will learn about the graphic design field in general and what technical writers can do to increase their skills in graphic design to become more valuable to an employer.
Meeting Topic
What does graphic design actually mean today and how has it evolved in recent years? What skills are designers expected to master? In what areas can technical writers increase their skills to become a more valuable asset on the job?
Eric Kome, a design specialist at Pearson in Iowa City, will present "Creating Better Visuals for a Visual Age."
About the Presenter
A native of San Diego, CA, Mr. Kome earned a Fine Arts degree from the University of Iowa, with emphases in drawing, photography, and ceramics. He has worked at Pearson for more than 10 years and has previously held design postions at Moore Business Forms and Starter Athletic Apparel. He has won several awards for his work, including the Gold Addy award for a national multimedia training piece.
About the Meeting
When: Tuesday, February 9, 20105:30 p.m. Conversation and
Drinks
6:00 Dinner
7:00 Presentation
Where: The Brown Bottle, 125 E. Zeller St., North
Liberty
(ph: 319-626-3900)
Reservations: Reserve a spot by emailing amanda.fitzgerald@pearson.com or calling 319.354.9200 x 214672 by Friday, February 5.
Costs: The meeting is open to the public. Non-STC members are asked to pay a $5 program fee. Attendees are responsible for their own dinner and beverage (approx. $10 - $20).
Directions from Cedar Rapids: Drive south on I-380, take Exit 4, and go east into North Liberty. Turn right on Iowa 965. Turn left on Zeller St. and follow it to Beaver Kreek Center, which will be on your right.
Directions from Iowa City: Drive north on Iowa 965 into North Liberty. Turn right on Zeller St. and follow it to Beaver Kreek Center, which will be on your right.