21st Century Ed Project 1; Interview Style Essay

Working in the Design Industry: An Interview with "Graphic Designer", Jahra

Interview Details;

Name: Jahra

Date: March 7th, 2025

Style: in person

WARNING: me and Jahra scripted this because i couldn't find someone or something to answer all of my questions.

 Introduction:

Jahra is a graphic designer with over five years of working experience in the design industry. She has worked for various clients, creating visual content for their branding and marketing needs. I interviewed Jahra online so that I could learn about her experience and views on client communication, collaboration, project management, and copyright.

Interview Questions and Answers:

1. How do you ensure that you communicate well with your clients?

Jahra: "I start by asking them about their needs and wants. I also make sure to clarify any misunderstandings I have and let them know along the way during the project."

1. How do you resolve a disagreement of opinion among design team members?

Jahra: "I'm all about open communication and respect for other's thoughts. I do my best to see what the thought is behind each one and try to develop an idea that works for everyone involved."

1. What project management tools you use, and how do you believe they help you stay organized?

Jahra: "I utilize Trello and Asana to help manage projects. They are effective to prioritize, deadline, and for co-operation of team members."

1. How do you lawfully use copyrighted material?

Jahra: "I read carefully the terms and conditions under which any copyrighted work I utilize is controlled. In last resort, if in doubt, I would utilize a royalty-free alternative or obtain permission from the copyright owner."

1. Please provide an example of a challenging project that you were working on and how you resolved any challenges.

Jahra: "A challenging project was to rebrand an existing large company. There were particular client requirements and strict deadlines. I overcame challenges by organizing tasks, talking to the team, and maintaining deadlines."

1. In what some of the ways do you keep abreast of new design technologies and developments?

 

Jahra: "I attend design conferences, I monitor design influencers on social media, and I engage in online design forums so I can remain current."

1. How does empathy benefit you professionally as a graphic designer?

Jahra: "Empathy enables you to understand the client's need and create designs that will be valued by their target audience."

1. What would you like to tell design students who are starting their careers in design?

Jahra: "Remain curious, listen to constructive criticism, and maintain your abilities in a perpetual state of betterment. Networking and befriending other designers can also pay dividends when it comes to career development."

Conclusion:

The interview with Jahra was very informative about the life of a graphic designer. Effective communication with co-workers and clients was one aspect that was very emphasized. Jahra's process of understanding the needs and requirements of the client is related to concepts covered in this module, including collaboration and client communication. Another significant observation was keeping up with project management tools in order to recall organization and punctuality while managing projects. Jahra's utilization of Trello and Asana certainly shows the utilization of technology for process facilitation.

The interview also supported the issue of copyright, further developing the argument of maintaining licensing terms and conditions for copyright material. This was in continuation of discussion regarding copyright and permissions in the module. The interview in general supported the argument of remaining current with industry trends, client focus, and self-development on a regular basis.

Lastly, Jahra's reflections and thoughts show us the truth of being a designer. Comparing her observations with the concepts learned in this module, one would be able to observe that communication, collaboration, and management are the most important skills to attaining success in one's career life in the industry.