Hello listers! Need some advice on what a BFA in graphic design will get ya in the museum world. I recently purchased an iBook and loaded it up with software, including Adobe products. Slowly, I am teaching myself how to use Illustrator and have rediscovered my passion for being visually creative. (In college I decided to major in art history rather than fine arts cuz I thought I would have a better chance at a professional career, jokes on me.) So far, I have just completed small jobs for my museum: newspaper ads, flyers, posters, direct mail pieces, etc. So now I am thinking, maybe I should go back to school part-time to get a BFA in graphic design. Currently, I am head of a marketing dept. for a small art museum (i.e. I'm a one-person show), and I have my MPA. I am still building up my years of experience. It is my goal to continue to advance up in management. What I would to know from knowledgeable listers: What type of careers would open up to me with a graphic design degree and a portfolio? Do I need a BFA or would the practiced knowledge be enough? I could always attend a tech school *gasp* to pick up the trade. Please keep in mind, I am not interested in entry level professions, strictly mid to upper level management. And, one more question, how competitive are these positions? Thanks and take it easy! Amy Kleinert __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Make a great connection at Yahoo! Personals. http://personals.yahoo.com ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).