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Portfolio Inventory Sheet (PDF -- 110K)
Advertising Design
The portfolio should include examples of the applicant’s best visual and written work. Visual work should be submitted in slide or digital format. PowerPoint presentation or PDF is preferred. DVD is preferred for submission of broadcast (radio or television) examples. Audio and visual examples should be in QuickTime. Portfolio work must concentrate on advertising design as a problem-solving process, show sensible use of typography, demonstrate the ability to carry a design through multiple pieces (campaign) and represent the applicant’s proficiency with Quark/InDesign software. The portfolio may be augmented by work that reflects the applicant’s interest and ability in the design field. Written work should include no more than three samples of copywriting, scholarly or other appropriate work to demonstrate a broad range of writing ability.
Animation
Work should be submitted in digital or multimedia format. Static work may be submitted in slide format. A strong portfolio includes foundation and graphics skills, where applicable, effective use of 2-D form and composition, and an understanding of additive and subtractive color theory. In addition, portfolios should show aesthetic awareness, and effective use of software and tools to support the aesthetic. Mature artistic or commercial direction should be shown in work that corresponds to the applicant’s academic goals. When submitting examples of collaborative work, applicants should indicate their specific responsibilities on the project.
Architectural History
Applicants should submit a substantial college-level research paper demonstrating critical and analytical thinking as well as advanced research and writing skills.
Architecture
(Professional and Postprofessional)
Applicants should submit work in digital format. Portfolios should include drawings from life, interior and exterior drawings of buildings, and work that demonstrates the applicant’s personal creativity. Portfolios should demonstrate drawing ability and attention to detail. Drawings from observation are encouraged. Examples of work should include freehand sketches, renderings, CAD drawings and any other work that expresses the applicant’s individual style.
Art History
Applicants should submit a substantial college-level research paper demonstrating critical and analytical thinking as well as advanced research and writing skills.
Arts Administration
Applicants should submit a substantial college-level research paper demonstrating critical and analytical thinking as well as advanced research and writing skills. Applicants may submit one to three additional writing samples to demonstrate a broad range of writing ability.
Broadcast Design and Motion Graphics
Work should be submitted in digital or multimedia format. A strong portfolio includes foundation and graphics skills where applicable, effective use of 2-D form, and composition, and an understanding of additive and subtractive color theory. In addition, portfolios should show aesthetic awareness, and effective use of software and tools to support the aesthetic. Mature artistic or commercial direction should be shown in work that corresponds to the applicant’s academic goals. When submitting examples of collaborative work, applicants should indicate their specific responsibilities on the project.
Cinema Studies
Applicants should submit a substantial college-level research paper demonstrating critical and analytical thinking as well as advanced research and writing skills. Additional writing samples related to cinema studies also may be submitted for consideration.
Commercial Photography
Applicants should submit work in slide or digital format. If digital, PowerPoint presentation or similar format is preferred. The inventory sheet should indicate which images, if any, have been digitally manipulated, especially if the work is submitted in CD format. Portfolios should demonstrate significant experience in making photographs in response to specific client requirements. They should demonstrate a strong sense of style, design, and photographic technique. In addition, applicants are encouraged to submit at least one sample of scholarly writing, such as a substantial college-level research paper, to demonstrate written communication skills.
Design Management
Work should be submitted in digital and/or research paper format. Portfolios should include academic or professional projects that clearly present purpose, scope of work, methodology and accomplishments. Portfolios should demonstrate ability to define and process problems using sketches, plans or diagrams in formal documents or informal journal notes; reveal confidence in innovation, and demonstrate a high level of creativity. A strong portfolio may demonstrate an advanced understanding of visual problem solving and process, including evidence of contextual research, applied human factors, rapid design and presentation quality sketching, CAD renderings, model making and basic manufacturing or engineering principles. Portfolios may contain written material in addition to a strong visual or graphic element. Non-visual project summaries such as business plans, proposals, project briefs, or presentations are considered.
Digital Photography
Applicants must submit work in digital format; PowerPoint presentation or similar format is preferred. The inventory sheet should indicate the nature of digital manipulation to the images. Portfolios should demonstrate significant experience in creating aesthetically interesting electronic images, a strong understanding of current software and hardware, and a consistent, in-depth investigation into a particular subject matter or aesthetic. In addition, applicants are encouraged to submit at least one sample of scholarly writing, such as a substantial college-level research paper, to demonstrate written communication skills.
Documentary Photography
Applicants must submit work in slide or digital format. If digital, PowerPoint presentation or similar format is preferred. The inventory sheet should indicate which images, if any, have been digitally manipulated, especially if the work is submitted in CD format. Portfolios should demonstrate significant experience in making objective narrative images. Photographs should show aesthetic awareness, strong technique, a contemporary vision, and a consistent style. Applicants are encouraged to submit at least one sample of scholarly writing, such as a substantial college-level research paper, to demonstrate written communication skills.
Dramatic Writing
Applicants should submit a substantial portfolio of their best writing, including at least six individual pieces.
Fashion
Applicants should submit work in slide or digital format. If digital, PowerPoint presentation or similar format is preferred. Portfolios should demonstrate thorough understanding of the design process through fashion illustration, sketches and presentation boards. Applicants should show competency in sewing techniques, pattern drafting and draping of original sewn sample garments, preferably representing a specific aspect of fashion design: childrenswear, menswear, outerwear, activewear, womenswear or eveningwear.
Fibers
Applicants should submit work in slide or digital format. Applicants should demonstrate a high level of technical and conceptual ability, as well as creative research, investigation, problem solving and an awareness of material processes. Applicants also should demonstrate a well-developed personal and aesthetic/design direction in the ability to develop work around a theme or concept as evidenced by a series of related works.
Film and Television
Work should be submitted as a 5-minute sample in digital or multimedia format. The inventory sheet should include details of the applicant’s responsibilities in the creation of the project, including names of those responsible for lighting, editing, camera work and directing. The inventory sheet also should include production details such as format, duration and editing platform. Portfolios should show knowledge of film and television media and exhibit advanced conceptual awareness and experimentation with the chosen medium.
Furniture Design
Applicants should submit work in slide or digital format. If digital, PowerPoint or similar format is preferred. Media, dimensions, title, year and description should be included for each piece. The portfolio should demonstrate knowledge, experience or competency in 2-D and 3-D visualization, design development and presentation, full-scale project execution, conceptual skills and aesthetic awareness.
Graphic Design
Work should be submitted in slide or digital format. If digital, PowerPoint presentation or other similar format is preferred. Portfolio must concentrate on graphic design as a problem-solving process, show sensible use of typography, demonstrate the ability to carry a design through multiple pieces (campaign) and represent the applicant’s proficiency with the following software: Illustrator or Freehand (Vector), Photoshop (image manipulation), Quark/InDesign (page layout) and Dreamweaver/GoLive (Web authoring). The portfolio should include samples that demonstrate ability to apply typographic rules in large bodies of type such as annual reports, magazine spreads and/or brochures. The portfolio may be augmented by work that reflects the applicant’s interest and ability in the design field.
Historic Preservation
The preferred format for submission of work is digital. The portfolio should include examples of drawing from life, interior and exterior drawings of buildings, and work that demonstrates the applicant’s personal creativity. Portfolios should exhibit applicant’s ability to draw and attention to detail. Drawings from observation are encouraged. Examples of work should include freehand sketches, renderings, CAD drawings and any other work that expresses the applicant’s individual style. In lieu of digital portfolio, applicants may submit a substantial college-level research paper addressing an aspect of historic architecture.
Illustration
The portfolio should include examples of the applicant’s best visual and written work. Visual work should be submitted in slide or digital format. If digital, PowerPoint presentation or other similar format is preferred. Portfolios should demonstrate an interest in and a commitment to the use of illustration as a means of communicating ideas. The work should show responses to a range of assignments. Applicants also should demonstrate good drawing skills and, if possible, show sketchbook/process/research work, particularly when submitting digitally-produced final artwork. The inventory sheet should indicate which images, if any, have been digitally manipulated, especially if the work is submitted in CD format. Written work should not exceed three samples; at least one sample should be scholarly writing, such as a substantial college-level research paper, to demonstrate written communication skills.
Illustration Design
The portfolio should include examples of the applicant’s best visual and written work. Visual work should be submitted in slide or digital format. If digital, PowerPoint presentation or other similar format is preferred. Portfolios should demonstrate an interest in and a commitment to the use of illustration as a means of communicating ideas. The work should show responses to a range of assignments. Applicants also should demonstrate good drawing skills and, if possible, show sketchbook/process/research work, particularly when submitting digitally-produced final artwork. The inventory sheet should indicate which images, if any, have been digitally manipulated, especially if the work is submitted in CD format. Written work should not exceed three samples; at least one sample should be scholarly writing, such as a substantial college-level research paper, to demonstrate written communication skills.
Industrial Design
The portfolio should include examples of the applicant’s best visual and written work. Visual work should be submitted in print or digital format. Preferred format is an 8.5” x 11” book containing up to 20 high-quality color images of design solutions, along with a process book that illustrates rapid ideation sketching and process work. Portfolios should exhibit an advanced understanding of visual problem solving and process, including evidence and understanding of contextual research, perspective and orthographic sketching, CAD renderings, model making and basic manufacturing or engineering principles; and may be augmented by additional work that represents interest and ability in some visual and creative profession, with an emphasis on visual problem solving. Written work should not exceed three samples; at least one sample should be scholarly writing, such as a substantial college-level research paper, to demonstrate written communication skills.
Interactive Design and Game Development
Work should be submitted in digital or multimedia format. A strong portfolio includes foundation and graphics skills, where applicable, effective use of 2-D form and composition, and an understanding of additive and subtractive color theory. Students who intend to focus on game design should include 3-D work. In addition, portfolios should show aesthetic awareness, and effective use of software and tools to support the aesthetic. Mature artistic or commercial direction should be shown in work that corresponds to the applicant’s academic goals. When submitting examples of collaborative work, applicants should indicate their specific responsibilities on the project.
Interior Design
Work should be submitted in slide or digital format. If digital, PowerPoint presentation or similar format is preferred. Portfolios should include work from all phases of design: conceptual and process drawings, sketches, perspectives and technical drawings including floor plans, elevations, sections, lighting and power plans. Drawings from life and other creative works also are encouraged. Attention to detail and presentation format are important. Work from an undergraduate program should be accompanied by a program brief, outlining the project parameters. In certain cases, a substantial college-level research paper may be accepted in addition to a portfolio or in lieu of a portfolio. Research topics should be contemporary, impacting the future of interior environments, and demonstrating the applicant’s critical thinking, analytical and writing skills.
Metals and Jewelry
Applicants should submit work in digital or slide format. Work should show evidence of experience in metals and/or jewelry, with a minimum of 10 slides showing work in jewelry and/or metalsmithing. If the applicant does not have 20 slides of jewelry or metalwork, he or she should show the strongest 3-D work, then evidence of drawing ability. Successful portfolios should demonstrate confident handling of diverse metals and jewelry processes, conceptualization skills and strong design methodology. Evidence of creative investigation, problem solving and appropriate and skillful use of materials is essential.
Painting
Work may be submitted in slide or digital format. Applicants should submit a portfolio that demonstrates intellectual and artistic maturity, as well as the capacity to develop an idea through a series of works. Applicants are encouraged to include related works that indicate their current artistic direction. A written statement should accompany the portfolio to summarize the relevant issues in the current work, and provide a sense of the direction the work might take during graduate study.
Performing Arts (also M.A.T. drama)
Applicants should prepare a 4-minute performance to present in an audition and interview at the college. Find a schedule of audition dates here. Applicants who are unable to attend a SCAD audition may submit a 4-minute performance on CD-ROM or DVD. All applicants should prepare two contrasting monologues or one monologue and a song or dance. If the applicant plans to sing or dance in the audition, he or she must supply the music for accompaniment in the rehearsed key. College auditions may include a cold reading. A list of pieces that have been prepared, résumé and headshot must be submitted at the audition. Performance is reviewed on the following qualitative measures: voice production, movement, musicality, physical commitment, energy, relaxation, characterization, memorization and character portrayal.
Photography
Work should be submitted in slide or digital format. If digital, PowerPoint presentation or other similar format is preferred. The inventory sheet should indicate which images, if any, have been digitally manipulated, especially if the work is submitted in CD format. Portfolios should demonstrate significant experience in making photographs, aesthetic awareness, strong technical skills, and an in-depth and consistent investigation into particular subject matter, aesthetic or genre.
Printmaking
Applicants should submit work in slide or digital format. A strong portfolio demonstrates a mastery of basic printmaking techniques along with a developed body of work that is both conceptually and technically mature; the portfolio should exemplify thematic development. The written statement should summarize the relevant issues in the current work, provide a sense of intended research or future direction, and inform evaluation of the applicant’s concepts, focus, self-awareness, and level of ability to articulate these elements.
Production Design
Applicants should submit 20 color renderings, slides or production photographs. Applicants are encouraged to submit work in other disciplines if available.
Professional Writing
Applicants should submit a substantial portfolio of their best writing, including at least six individual pieces.
Sculpture
Applicants should submit work in slide or digital format. A strong portfolio demonstrates intellectual and artistic maturity, as well as the capacity to develop an idea through a series of works. Applicants are encouraged to include related works that indicate their current artistic direction. The written statement should summarize the relevant issues in the current work, provide a sense of intended research or future direction, and inform evaluation of the applicant’s concepts, focus, self-awareness, and level of ability to articulate these elements.
Sequential Art
Work should be submitted in slide format. Portfolios should show a concentration in narrative art and should demonstrate exceptional skill in composition, color and figure drawing.
Sound Design
Work should be submitted as a 5-minute sample in digital or multimedia format. The inventory sheet should describe exactly the applicant’s participation in each of the projects demonstrated, and should indicate other source material utilized. The portfolio should demonstrate ability in one or more of the following: sound design for visual media (film, video, computer animation or interactive programs), sound design for theater, original music production, recording and/or mastering, or sound art compositions.
Teaching Art or Drama
Teaching Art or Drama M.A.T. art applicants may submit work in slide or digital format. Applicants should submit a portfolio that demonstrates an understanding of basic expressive, technical and conceptual insights developed through the study of studio art and design experiences. The portfolio should demonstrate an understanding of traditional processes as well as newer technological developments. The portfolio also should include evidence of a functional knowledge in the basic technologies involved in printmaking, photography, filmmaking and video.
M.A.T. drama applicants should prepare a 4-minute performance to present in an audition and interview at the college. See a schedule of audition dates here. Applicants who are unable to attend a SCAD audition may submit a 4-minute performance on CD-ROM or DVD. Applicants should prepare two contrasting monologues or one monologue and a song or dance. If the applicant plans to sing or dance in the audition, he or she must supply the music for accompaniment in the rehearsed key. College auditions may include a cold reading. A list of pieces that have been prepared, résumé and headshot must be submitted at the audition. Performance is reviewed on the following qualitative measures: voice production, movement, musicality, physical commitment, energy, relaxation, characterization, memorization and character portrayal.
Urban Design
Applicants should submit work in digital format. Portfolios should include drawings from life, interior and exterior buildings, and work that demonstrates the applicant’s personal creativity. Portfolios should exhibit ability to draw and should show attention to detail. Drawings from observation are encouraged. Examples of work should include freehand sketches, renderings, CAD drawings and any other work that expresses the applicant’s individual style.
Visual Effects
Work should be submitted in digital or multimedia format. A strong portfolio includes foundation and graphics skills, where applicable, effective use of 2-D form and composition, and an understanding of additive and subtractive color theory. In addition, portfolios should show aesthetic awareness, and effective use of software and tools to support the aesthetic. Mature artistic or commercial direction should be shown in work that corresponds to the applicant’s academic goals. When submitting examples of collaborative work, applicants should indicate their specific responsibilities on the project.
Application materials cannot be returned.
Slide format
Suggested for traditional art and design portfolios. Applicants should submit 20 examples of work in a plastic slide sleeve with indication of correct image orientation. Slides must be professional and easy to read, with accurate color value. The applicant’s name should be clearly marked on each slide, and an inventory sheet identifying each piece by title or project, medium (or software/materials used), dimensions and date of completion should be included. In the case of documented professional or group projects, applicants should indicate personal responsibilities. See tips on making slides and portfolio preparation here.
Digital format
Twenty examples of computer generated work should be submitted on CD-ROM, DVD or Zip disk (compatible with Macintosh or PC). Acceptable file formats are high-resolution JPEG (with a file suffix of .jpg or .jpeg format), Adobe .pdf files or digital portfolios created in PowerPoint, Director, Flash or HTML. Digital portfolios should be checked to assure that links work properly and all necessary files are included. Applicants should indicate whether special instructions are necessary for the viewing of digital portfolios. An inventory sheet must be attached, including the applicant’s name, title of each piece, media or programs used, size and date of completion, as well as a brief description of the piece and the applicant’s role in development and execution. In the case of documented, professional or group projects, applicants should indicate personal responsibilities.
Multimedia format
Work should be submitted in a platform-independent player format or in QuickTime with the file suffix labeled as .qt or .mov (.mpeg format is also acceptable). An inventory sheet must be attached, including the applicant’s name, title of each piece, media or programs used, size and date of completion, as well as a brief description of the piece and explanation of the applicant’s role in the development and execution of the project. In the case of documented, professional or group projects, applicants should indicate personal responsibilities.
Research paper format
Should be submitted as a clearly organized 15- to 20-page document including name, title of paper, and class or teacher if produced as a class assignment or with the assistance of a mentor. Papers must have a clearly stated premise, findings and conclusion; must be well organized; must demonstrate consistent use of citation conventions according to a specific writing style, and must be submitted in a typed, double-spaced format.
Regardless of format, all applicants must include an inventory sheet identifying each piece by title or project, medium (or software/materials used), size and date of completion. In the case of documented professional or group projects, applicants should indicate personal responsibilities.
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