With each of these individual responsibilities, I had the idea to rename and reword them so they represent a more chilled out tone of voice which I've previously mentioned will be key to my idea. The reason for this is so that it appears less daunting and less of a commanding tone of voice as though it's coming from a 'higher authority'.
For example, 'Respecting other Designers' could be named 'Fair play' to suggest that a lot of what is to do with respecting other designers is playing fair in the respect that you consider copyright claims, treat them as you would like to be treated etc.
Some sources:
- AGDA (https://www.agda.com.au/about/code-of-ethics/)
- AIGA (https://www.aiga.org/ethics-and-social-responsibility)
- David Berman's, Do Good Design (https://davidberman.com/social/dogood/)
- Ethics for the Starving Designer (http://www.starvingforethics.com/?start=567#signature-a)
Responsibilities/ Considerations/ Guidelines
"These are here as a rough guideline to help get you started, feel free to define your own code of ethics." - Introductary line.
Respecting other designers (Fair play)
- Treat others as you would like to be treated
- Respecting the view of others
- We shall not, under instruction from a client or independently, plagiarise work or knowingly breach copyright.
- We shall be fair in the criticism of another designer's work. We shall not belittle or denigrate the work or reputation of another designer.
Respecting the community (Looking after your surroundings)
- We shall work in a manner so that as little harm (direct or indirect) as possible is caused to the natural environment.
- We shall not knowingly accept a position or commission in which a personal interest conflicts with professional obligation and duty.
- We shall not act in a manner that compromises the status of the design profession. ?????
- Be mindful of the environment in your design process — don’t use more resources than you really need to.
Respecting the client (We're on the same side)
- Always act in the best interests of the client, within the limitations of professional obligation and the guidelines of this Code.
- We shall hold confidential all information of a client's organisation and activities that is not available through public records. A Member accepts this same responsibility for all subordinates involved with the client's projects.
Commissions (Don't get mugged off/ Get it in writing)
- Before starting any project, make sure you understand fully what is being asked of you, e.g. an understanding of the brief, an outline of how the project will be undertaken and an estimate of your fees to ensure no one gets mugged off.
Self Promotion (No lying)
- We shall not use false, misleading or deceptive statements in advertising or publicity material. The content must be fair to clients and other designers, and must not compromise the status of the design profession.
Always learning
- Define your code of ethics, but remember that with greater experience comes a greater understanding so revision might be required.
Don't be a dickhead
- You are responsible for your own professional choices and for the effects of your work.
Don't sweat the small stuff, ethics is about balance. (Nobody's perfect, we're all human)
- It’s unrealistic to expect yourself to be 100% ethical all the time - but nevertheless, it’s the goal to strive for
- And likewise, do not assume moral superiority and expect those you work with to be ethically perfect. People make mistakes.
Looks can be deceiving
- Aim to focus more on the underlying concept of your work and the message you\re trying to convey as opposed to just how it appears.
Some sources:
- AGDA (https://www.agda.com.au/about/code-of-ethics/)
- AIGA (https://www.aiga.org/ethics-and-social-responsibility)
- David Berman's, Do Good Design (https://davidberman.com/social/dogood/)
- Ethics for the Starving Designer (http://www.starvingforethics.com/?start=567#signature-a)
Responsibilities/ Considerations/ Guidelines
"These are here as a rough guideline to help get you started, feel free to define your own code of ethics." - Introductary line.
Respecting other designers (Fair play)
- Treat others as you would like to be treated
- Respecting the view of others
- We shall not, under instruction from a client or independently, plagiarise work or knowingly breach copyright.
- We shall be fair in the criticism of another designer's work. We shall not belittle or denigrate the work or reputation of another designer.
Respecting the community (Looking after your surroundings)
- We shall work in a manner so that as little harm (direct or indirect) as possible is caused to the natural environment.
- We shall not knowingly accept a position or commission in which a personal interest conflicts with professional obligation and duty.
- We shall not act in a manner that compromises the status of the design profession. ?????
- Be mindful of the environment in your design process — don’t use more resources than you really need to.
Respecting the client (We're on the same side)
- Always act in the best interests of the client, within the limitations of professional obligation and the guidelines of this Code.
- We shall hold confidential all information of a client's organisation and activities that is not available through public records. A Member accepts this same responsibility for all subordinates involved with the client's projects.
Commissions (Don't get mugged off/ Get it in writing)
- Before starting any project, make sure you understand fully what is being asked of you, e.g. an understanding of the brief, an outline of how the project will be undertaken and an estimate of your fees to ensure no one gets mugged off.
Self Promotion (No lying)
- We shall not use false, misleading or deceptive statements in advertising or publicity material. The content must be fair to clients and other designers, and must not compromise the status of the design profession.
Always learning
- Define your code of ethics, but remember that with greater experience comes a greater understanding so revision might be required.
Don't be a dickhead
- You are responsible for your own professional choices and for the effects of your work.
Don't sweat the small stuff, ethics is about balance. (Nobody's perfect, we're all human)
- It’s unrealistic to expect yourself to be 100% ethical all the time - but nevertheless, it’s the goal to strive for
- And likewise, do not assume moral superiority and expect those you work with to be ethically perfect. People make mistakes.
Looks can be deceiving
- Aim to focus more on the underlying concept of your work and the message you\re trying to convey as opposed to just how it appears.
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