Creative Critical Reflection

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Final Project

Click here to view the May Edition of The Sophisticate .

Layin' It Out

For my two page layout, I am looking into designs and different options. I have drawn out two possible layouts that I believe would work well with my vision.

In business magazines, it is not common to put a lot of pictures so I have chosen to use one (although this might change). 

A good design will compliment the narrative of the published articles.

I am confident in my work and note taking on my two page spread that the information given will be interesting. My target audience will be intrigued, and I am proud. 

"Borora Creative | Mary Schoales | Freelance Graphic Designer | Print Design | Magazine Design | Kells | Meath | Ranelagh | Dublin | Ireland." Borora Creative | Mary Schoales | Freelance Graphic Designer | Print Design | Magazine Design | Kells | Meath | Ranelagh | Dublin | Ireland. N.p., n.d. Web. 10 Apr. 2016.

Burning A Background

I want the photos throughout The Sophisticate to pop. Through my research and deciding what colors to utilize, I made the decision for a white background to be used on nearly every page of my magazine. As said before, white is clean, pure, and classy which is everything my magazine is. By utilizing a white background the pictures will grab the readers attention, and make the photos stand out more. This shows viewers what matters the most. Human eyes are also drawn to white rather than any other color. 

As of my project, everything is coming together. I have yet to run into any major issues. 

This process is teaching me something new, day by and I am thankful for that. I have learned that time management is key and that I should not get stressed out over minor details. I am very happy with the way my project is turning out. 

"Two Foolproof Ways to Remove the Background from a Photo." Digital Trends. N.p., 28 May 2014. Web. 10 Apr. 2016.

Interviewing A Business Owner... Shout Out Dad!

When creating my two page layout, I thought "who would be the best/most knowledable business man?".Well I guess I got lucky, having my dad be an entrepreneur, as well as business grad (who knows maybe thats why I choose this topic, it runs in the family). I needed a topic that would not only inspire my readers, but make them confident in their journey.

My dad is the most dedicated, hard working man, I have ever encountered. Working seven days a week, as well as being a father makes him have two full time jobs. 

Jeffrey Gorodetzky, my father is the son of two Holocaust survivors, Sophie and Nathan Gorodetzky. When his parent first came to the United States, they had nothing, and when I say nothing, I mean they came here in what they were wearing, no education, speaking no english, and definitely having no money. After a few years of working as a bust-boy, learning English, my grandfather began his own business; Rego Industries. So how did he become an entrepreneur without an education?His creativeness and aspiration to make this world a better place, allowed him to overcome adversity and create a genuine product that consumers wanted. Nat was inspired to be something more than just a Holocaust survivor. He wanted to be a philanthropist, and donate to survivors just like him. And so he did, he created an empire that allowed him to create a steady income for his family, as well as donate to others.

My dad graduated from Baruch College of Business in 1980. He was inspired by his father, to be his own boss, and use his skills to the best of his ability. After graduating from Baruch, he worked at Valerie Sportswear in New York City on Broadway in the fashion district as a sales executive. As he continued his journey as a sales man he learned many valuable skills that allowed him to create his own company. In February of 1999, my dad began his own company of off-price wholesale. 

I asked my dad a few questions about starting his company.

1. How did you determine whether or not you were capable of starting a business?

"I worked in the industry for a number of years, and was familiar with all the facets of the workplace. From the manufacturing of a garment to the distribution process and the collection of the receivables. I felt I was ready to take on a new journey in my career. I had continual growth in the company and throughout my years of selling for the companies I was working with, I was far surpassing the quotas I was given."

2. Where did you incorporate your business and why?

" I began Carly Paige, Inc. In the state of Florida. I chose this location because after working for many years in the fashion district, I believed my company could strive here, because it was an excellent shipping location."

3. What were the biggest challenges you faced when starting Carly Paige?

"Being able to have enough capital to continually buy merchandise yet wait thirty days to receive payment. Retail stores usually get thirty day terms from receipt of goods. As it expanded, I needed more warehouse space as well as more employees. "

Works Cited

Clear, James. "5 Interview Questions Every Small Business Owner Should Ask." OPEN Forum. American Express Co., 05 Sept. 2011. Web. 10 Apr. 2016. more.

Harroch, Richard. "25 Frequently Asked Questions On Starting A Business."Forbes. Forbes Magazine, 13 Sept. 2013. Web. 10 Apr. 2016.

Table Of Contents...

Here are two layout of table of contents that I enjoy, an well as Vogues millions of others of viewers.

Table of contents usually feature the main stories of the magazine, but are usually simple feature colors that show purity such as Vogue. Table of contents are used primarily to show the information in the magazine, in order, and as a guide for readers to easily access the articles they want to read. Vogue always issues a "subscription add" on their T.O.C. that may or may not differ from magazine to magazine. This is a point that I will use in my table of contents because this allows readers to get a first glimpse of their issues, and creates a constant target market, creating a constant income. Creative designs can be made using a table of contents, but they are not common.

Friedman, Vitaly. "Table of Contents: Creative Examples – Smashing Magazine." Smashing Magazine. Impressum, 06 July 2008. Web. 10 Apr. 2016.

SHOUT OUT TO JOOMAGS KNOWLEDGE BASE!

This post is written in thanks to those who write and publish their comments/questions/concerns on Joomag. Without you, my magazine would not look as stunning (I am biased) as it does. 

My daily Joomag encounter includes me constantly trying to nit pick my magazine, which I then create into an even bigger mess, but then, I calm myself down by watching one of these videos. This video taught me how to move around, add, delete, and play around with the pages of my magazine. Some of them even have step-by-step guidelines, showing you exactly how to overcome your digital obstacle.

Overall, Joomag is an excellent medium source to choose. I have not run into any (major) issues *KNOCK ON WOOD* and I have been satisfied with the software supplied to me.

Joomag. "How to Delete Pages in the Publication." YouTube. YouTube, 01 Sept. 2014. Web. 07 Apr. 2016.