Define ethics? Discuss the importance of ethics to a designer.
Designers, due to their field of work, are in a position where they can influence society. The design industry has proven to be ever evolving. Over the years designers have opted from being more business minded, rather than choosing to be more social minded in their work. This mentality was adapted by designers to satisfy their corporate clients, who used the talents of designers to advertise their products.
In the modern day, every moment in our life can be influenced by designers. Whether it is through billboards, posters, logos, packaging or internet, designers are ever present in our life. And through these art works designers are able to create envy and desire for objects which surround us. Thus raises the question…shouldn’t designer be responsible for the effects of their work?
When ethics is taken into consideration, in the field of design, there are three categorizations which a designer can use in order to make sure that his/her works are ethical.
Professional behavior in business
Ethics in Professional expertise
Overall professional values
Professional Behavior in business
As a designer, there are guide lines of ethical conducts you should follow during your interactions with clients, employers and other designers. These fundamental guide lines prevent mishaps such as misunderstandings between designers and clients. Some of these guide lines include; Honesty in describing professional expertise, avoiding conflict of interest, providing clients with honesty and impartial advice, avoiding hidden compensation and kickbacks…etc.
Ethics in Professional Expertise
When offering your professional expertise, as a designer, you should thoroughly understand the clients business. Sometimes designers required to take on more responsibility, due to the nature of the clients business. Extra responsibility should consider in the following areas:
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