Tools for the Real World Classroom in Design: websites, associations, local firms and 4 yr college programs. Search the library resources using a single search tool, and view samples of our resource materials: print, electronic, and media.
Website Links
- COROFLOT
... collect(s) and report(s) salary information from tens of thousands of design and creative professionals around the world. - Bureau of Labor Statistics: Graphic DesignersOccupational outlook of profession: work environment, tasks, pay rates, employment projections.
- Creative Hot List: post your resume, look for jobsCommunication Arts magazine sponsored list of jobs, talent, and companies. Post your resume with samples.
- A Short Introduction to Graphic Design History
Academic website that covers design history in 13 chapters. Can be utilized by students, but must cite appropriately. - Adobe InDesign Tips I Wish I’d Known When Starting OutTips and answers to common questions.
- Anime & Manga Database
"Founded in 2001 as the first anime & manga recommendation database. Create lists for what you've seen & read, watch over 40,000 legal streaming episodes online via Crunchyroll, Hulu & Viki, and meet other anime fans just like you." - Rochester Institute of Technology Graphic Design Archive Online
The Graphic Design Archives at RIT document and preserve the work of significant American graphic designers active from the 1920s to the 1950s - New York Public Library Digital CollectionView posters, illuminated manuscripts, illustrated books, ornament and pattern designs.
- archINFORM
This database includes information over more than 55555 built and unrealized [international] projects from various architects and planners. The architecture of the 20th century is the main theme of this database - U.S. Government Trademark Electronic Search
Search trademarks, be informed about current regulations.
Local Firms
- Hudson Valley web designA firm that focuses on web design, but also offers graphic design and video services.
- Ashworth CreativeAshworth Creative does both traditional and digital design and marketing. This means web design, responsive design, as well as more traditional print work in ads, logos, and general branding.
- Naomi GraphicsWoodstock Design studio, they do print and web design for local events and businesses.
- Graphic Spectrums"..website design and development, print media and promotional printing and more". Offices in Highland, New Paltz, and Kingston.
- Flick Book Studios“ …an open-studio where artists of all ages connect, collaborate, and network, while making and learning stop-motion animation.” Owner is Keiko Sono, SUNY Ulster Visiting Artist, Fall, 2013.
- JTS DesignActively promotes E-commerce solutions. They are heavier on the development side, listing strengths in survey systems, online applications and subscriptions, and online catalogs.
- Fisch Internet SolutionsLocated in Fishkill, NY. Awarded the Dutchess County Economic Development Corporation 2012 Business Excellence Award (BEA) for Innovation. They provide an array of web design services to small, midsize businesses and even to government agencies. Highly recommended by design colleagues for any IT Solutions; websites made with Drupal, WordPress, eCommerce or any other custom built content management system.
- Eyebuzz Design"website, blog, and graphic design solutions to Westchester and Hudson Valley businesses and organizations. Search engine optimization (SEO), e-commerce, print work, & logo design."
- Query CreativeLocal New Paltz designer & educator who does web, logo and print work.
Local Firms, continued
- Fab Web WorkThey focus on web design and programming, HTML e-mail, WordPress, SEO, and Animated Banner / Ads.
- Wiltwyck Web DesignSpecializes in developing simple professional websites that incorporate strong SEO, graphic and web design, and social media marketing.
- Devine DesignThis web design business designs websites and all print needs like brochures, business cards, logos, and flyers.
- Jubilant WebA Web Marketing Company, encompassing the practices of online public relations, web design, marketing, and SEO.
- HudsonfusionWestchester company which identifies as a digital marketing agency that builds websites, e-commerce solutions, and focuses on web marketing. They also build Mobile Apps and design animations.
- A.J. RossOrange County-based web design and marketing company.
- Karen Williams DesignPackaging, print and web design work. Individual designer who may hire others for large jobs.
- Index Industrial Design and Development"IndexID provides product design and development from concepts through engineering, to finished product. The company-owned 6000-sq.ft facility includes design offices and a complete in-house model-making shop…"
4 yr Design Programs: NY State
- Four Year Colleges with Design programs in NY State
All schools are hyper-linked to their web pages on first mention in the list.
Professional Associations
- ACM SIGGRAPHThe Association for Computing Machinery's Special Interest Group on Graphics and Interactive Techniques, dedicated to the generation and dissemination of information on computer graphics and interactive techniques. Sponsors the annual SIGGRAPH conference.
- AIGA, American Institute of Graphic ArtsAIGA's professional membership advances design as a professional craft, strategic advantage and vital cultural force. Events, competitions, jobs, student groups.
- Association Typographique InternationaleATypI is the global forum and focal point for the type community and business. This not-for-profit organization includes type designers, type publishers, graphic and typographic designers.
- Entertainment Software AssociationAssociation dedicated to serving the business and public affairs needs of companies that publish computer and video games. Maintains a list of U.S. Colleges and Universities Offering Video Game Courses & Degrees
- Graphic Artists Guild
The Guild is an advocacy group committed to improving conditions for all graphic artists (including, but not limited to: animators, cartoonists, designers, illustrators, and digital artists) and raising standards for the entire industry. - ICOGRADA
The International Council of Graphic Design Associations is the world body for professional communication design. Founded in 1963, it is a voluntary assembly of organisations concerned with graphic design, visual communication, design management, promotion, education, research and journalism. - SEGD The Society for Experiential Graphic Design
SEGD is a non-profit professional organization.
We are the global, multidisciplinary community of professionals who plan, design, and build experiences that connect people to place. - SIAD (Society of Illustrators, Artists, and Designers)
SIAD is a not-for-profit international professional organization that exists to: promote excellence in the art and technique of all visual media, act as a leading force in the advancement of professional media studies, to encourage continual professional development (CPD) through a program of educational courses in all visual media.