Writing for Design Professionals : A Guide to Writing Successful Proposals, Letters, Brochures, Portfolios, Reports, Presentations, and Job applicatio - Hardcover

Stephen A. Kliment

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9780393730265: Writing for Design Professionals : A Guide to Writing Successful Proposals, Letters, Brochures, Portfolios, Reports, Presentations, and Job applicatio

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ISBN 10: 0393730263 ISBN 13: 9780393730265

Publisher: W W Norton & Co Inc, 1998

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How to master the complexities of effective writing in design practice. Written and oral communication play a vital role in advancing design professionals' careers, yet few design schools offer training. Kliment spells out the various end-products of writing that professionals need, including marketing and promotion materials; reports and project communication with clients, staff, consultants, and public agencies; and writing for publication in print and electronic formats, as well as oral presentations. He presents the principles of clear writing, illustrated by realistic examples and exercises drawn from the world of design practice.

Special features:
* Principles of writing for impact
* Tips for students
* The spoken presentation
* Going online
* Layout and style dos and don'ts
* Writing for an international market

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About the Author:

Stephen A. Kliment, FAIA, was editor-in-chief of Architectural Record. He lives in New York City.

Review:

A commonsense guide to clarity...Who should buy this book? The easy, if unrealistic answer, is 'everybody.' -- ArchitectureBoston, Elizbeth S. Padjen

A no-nonsense, step-by-step primer...Whether you're a seasoned professional or architecture student...you'll enjoy and learn from Writing for Design Professionals. -- AIArchitect, Stephanie Stubbs

An incredibly useful guide. -- RIBA Journal

Easy to read, practical advice. -- Blacklines, Elizabeth Geary-Archer

Kliment offers guidance that's accessible, logical, and easy to follow. -- Architectural Record, Kira Gould

Sound advice about the many sorts of writing designers need to master. -- Interior Design, Stanley Abercrombie

Takes a much-needed skewer to jargon. -- Interiors, Eve M. Kahn

This useful book is unerring in its advice to keep all communications materials to the point. -- Princeton Alumni Weekly, Larry O'Brien

Tips, guidelines, and examples make this book the equivalent of Cliffs Notes for the working designer. -- Critique

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