Book description
The industry bible for communication design and illustration professionals, with updated information, listings, and pricing guidelines. Graphic Artists Guild Handbook is the industry bible for communication design and illustration professionals. A comprehensive reference guide, the Handbook helps graphic artists navigate the world of pricing, collecting payment, and protecting their creative work, with essential advice for growing a freelance business to create a sustainable and rewarding livelihood. This sixteenth edition provides excellent, up-to-date guidance, incorporating new information, listings, and pricing guidelines. It offers graphic artists practical tips on how to negotiate the best deals, price their services accurately, and create contracts that protect their rights. Sample contracts and other documents are included. For the sixteenth edition, the content has been reorganized, topics have been expanded, and new chapters have been added to create a resource that is more relevant to how graphic artists work today. Features include: More in-depth information for the self-employed on how to price work to make a sustainable living and plan for times of economic uncertainty.A new chapter on using skills and talents to maximize income with multiple revenue streams--workshops, videos, niche markets, passion projects, selling art, and much more.Current U.S. salary information and freelance rates by discipline.Pricing guidelines for buyers and sellers.Up-to-date copyright registration information.Model contracts and forms to adapt to your specific needs.Interviews with eleven self-employed graphic artists who have created successful careers, using many of the practices found in this Handbook.
Charms
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Admiral Tot
Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Mad Rascal
The customer support is amazing. They responded to my query within hours. The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear.
Slug-em-dog
The 'Explore' feature has introduced me to authors I might never have discovered otherwise. No more hassle with formats – this app ensures my audiobook adventures are smooth, and my favorite tales are just a tap away. Highly recommended! 📚🎧 Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient.
Hog Butcher
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Tweety
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Fire Fish
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Midnight Rambler
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WanderWord
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Thunder Nut
I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Sokol
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Hog Butcher
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life – it's a unique experience. With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. The interface is so clean and clutter-free. It’s a pleasure to use.
Dr. WMD
ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for personal growth. Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features redefine audiobook joy. 📱📖 ListenBook is my trusted partner for all things audiobooks. It's reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly. Navigating through chapters has never been easier. It's a user-friendly delight. Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it!
Moon Laser
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. 📱 Carrying my library in my pocket – this app makes every moment a reading opportunity! 📚👜 Noise reduction in ListenBook Pro ensures crystal-clear playback even in noisy environments.
Buckshot
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket.
Gold Bentley
This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content. An audiobook I’ll listen to again! The story was engaging, and the narrator’s performance made it even better. Some parts were so well-delivered that I replayed them just to hear the emotion again.
Scratch Man
I never thought I'd find an app that supports such a wide range of audiobook formats. ListenBook is a true gem! ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session. The app is lightweight and doesn’t drain my battery. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Digital Goddess
Looping playback is an invaluable study tool. It helps me absorb complex information effortlessly. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Sassy Muffin
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Mad Rascal
This app's user-friendly interface has made audiobook listening a breeze, even for a tech novice like me. 🏃♂️📚 Running through chapters, literally! This app keeps me motivated on the track. 🏃♂️📖 ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like my personal audiobook oasis. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience