Top Ten Things I Learned about public relationsBy Sara DavisPRCA 3339

#1. How to design an effective brochureI learned how to use contrast, repetition, alignment, and proximity to create a brochure that will appeal to my client’s public.

#2. How to use indesignI learned how to use InDesign. Before this class, I had never used InDesign. I think it is a great way to design publications.

#3. How to design a letterheadI learned how to design a letterhead that my client can use. I learned that letterheads need to be simple and appealing.

#4. How to design a business cardI did not realize that designing a business card could be so challenging. It needs to have the necessary information with an appealing design.

#5. How to blog I had used wordpress before this class, but I was unaware that blogging can be a great way to share your work and opinions.

#6. PhotographyAfter taking “The Language of the Image” online course, I learned that photography is an extremely important part of PR. Photographs can make or break a publication.

#7. How to add pictures to a blogI knew how to write on a blog, but in PRCA 3339 I learned how to add pictures to my blog.

#8. How to Be a better public speakerI am always extremely nervous when speaking in front of people. However, this class helped me become more confident.

#9. How to design a flyerI did not realize that designing flyers is extremely complicated. Since this class I notice flyers all over town that should be re-designed. This class helped me learn how to design clear, appealing flyers.

10. To appreciate publicationsBefore taking PRCA 3339, I did not realize all the work that goes into designing brochures, flyers, letterheads etc. Now I appreciate the publications I see around me everyday. I really learned a lot in this class.