![]() ![]() That being said, there may be some circumstances when portfolio use could be a problem. In this case, the purpose of portfolio usage is to accurately document your work, so showing the entire work is reasonable. Factor 3, how much of the original work was copied, is evaluated by asking whether the amount copied was reasonable in relation to the purpose of the new use. Factor 2, whether the work is more creative or factual, doesn’t really matter because you are showing your own artwork. The remaining two factors are essentially neutral in this situation. ![]() They still have exclusive rights to control use of the work in the publishing market or to promote sales of goods and services. Showing your work in your portfolio does not compete with your employer’s or its clients’ market as the copyright owner of the work. You would not be making money directly from reselling the portfolio piece rather you would be paid for the new design that you create for the new assignment.įactor (4), the effect on the potential market for the original work, further supports the non-commercial nature of portfolio use. However, that is not the type of profit making that weighs against fair use. It could be argued that self-promotion is “commercial” use because your ultimate goal is to generate more design assignments. The “purpose and character” of portfolio usage is to accurately document your work and thereby promote your services as a commercial artist. ![]() The most persuasive fair use factors in this situation are:ġ) the purpose and character of your use andĤ) the effect on the potential market for the original work. ![]() As a practical matter, showing your work in your portfolio is a common and accepted practice in the design field, and the copyright owners rarely object. Most copyright lawyers, myself included, believe that reproducing your own work in your portfolio (whether in print or online) is fair use, regardless of who owns the copyright. But is it okay to use some of these pieces in my portfolio? And more specifically, my online portfolio site? What about designs I completed at previous employment sites (ad agencies, etc.)? Would it be acceptable to use some of the designs as examples of previous work when applying as an independent contractor for a temp agency?Ī. I realize that the rights to all work I complete on the job belong to my employer, and in some cases the clients that hire us for services. I am Senior Designer at a small publishing company in San Francisco where I design all in-house advertising materials for clients and sponsors. While the song isn't about Drizzy moving on to the next chapter in his life, the track is still very relatable to every grad who is looking back all they've accomplished and who wish to give a big thanks to those that got them there.Q. "Look What You've Done" by Drakeĭrake's greatest masterpiece, Take Care, has a song for almost every mood and celebration, including graduation. Check them out and add them to your playlist as you count down the days until it's time to rock that cap and gown and grab that hard-earned diploma. To help you get through all the nerve-racking and completely exhilarating moments of graduation and celebrate your milestone achievement, here are 61 songs that capture exactly what you're feeling. You've been through a lot and it's normal to feel bittersweet about the whole thing. While you're so looking forward to the journey ahead, rocking a cute white dress after the ceremony, and getting some awesome grad presents, saying goodbye to the friends and teachers who have been by your side for the past four years isn't easy. Graduation marks the end of one chapter of your life and the start of an exciting new one. ![]()
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