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- Every project is accompanied by an explanation including the project type, the skills used, the technology utilised, and a description of the process used and outcomes reached.
Bridgeford Industries Internal Memo
Project Type: Comprehensive Editing
Skills: Professional Communication, Editing for Audience, Critical Thinking, Writing to Form
Technology: Microsoft Word
Description: This project required me to create a new document for communicating a situation relayed to a PR consultant working for Bridgeford Industries. The document uses formal memorandum conventions. The tone is kept professional and the words were chosen carefully to convey knowledge without shifting blame.
The document is an example of my understanding of the relationships between language, knowledge, and power.
Nutritional Desert - Grant Proposal
Project Type: Reasearch and Proposal Writing
Skills: Research, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Writing to Form, Drafting and Revising
Technology: Microsoft Word
Description: This document follows established grant document protocols to obtain funding for a project to reduce nutrition deserts in urban and rural locations. It uses carefully gathered research to explain the situation and justify the use of the grant money for the proposed project.
The document is the final draft that incorporates all of the research and knowledge I have gained on the subject in order to obtain funding for the grant project proposed.
iFixit.com Planned Blog Series
Project Type: Communication Through Convention, Audience Analysis
Skills: User-centered Design, Writing to Form, Audience Analysis, Critical Thinking, Drafting and Revising
Technology: Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word
Description: This document contains a blog series raising awareness for planned obsolescence and community events being hosted by iFixit. The blog series uses design theory utilised in blog posts online. It caters to the typical iFixit website user with the intention of spreading to communities nationally.
The document is the final draft of a suggested blog series to raise awareness for planned obsolescence and for generating interest in iFixit events using my previously held knowledge and new knowledge integrated through research.
iFixit - Ignite Talk Based Presentation
Project Type: Content Strategy Proposal
Skills: Visual Communication, Visual Editing, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Content Analysis, Research
Technology: Adobe Photoshop, Powerpoint, Vimeo
Description: This presentation is the final result of the content analysis performed to gain a greater web audience and create a bigger iFixit community. It is a proposal that explains the results and offers solutions to easily integrate changes moving forward.
This format is an example of my understanding of using technology communication conventions and my ability to understand the way they impact knowledge dissemination.
Content Strategy Analysis - iFixit
Project Type: Research and Analysis
Skills: Research, Content Analysis, Audience Analysis, Writing to Form, Critical Thinking, Drafting and Revising
Technology: Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word
Description: This is an analysis of iFixit's ability to convey necessary information to its audience written in a report format. It offers suggestions for growth and acknowledges strengths already present.
This is the final draft of a series of research documents design to optimise iFixit's online content. It is the an example of my understanding of the role technology plays in accessing and providing information.
Remote Usability Test - iFixit
Project Type: Usability Analysis, Research Study
Skills: Research, Analysis, Critical Thinking, Communication, Problem Solving
Technology: Zoom, Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat
Description: This usability test was performed during the pandemic and provided unique obstacles during the testing process. Consideration was taken to ensure the accuracy of the test and the safety of all participants and examiners.
This test and analysis is an example of my ability to conduct an effective test via remote access using technology showcasing my understanding of the flexibilty technology offers in communication.
iFixit Personae
Project Type: Audience Analysis, Visual Communication
Skills: Visual Communication, Critical Thinking, Audience Analysis, Writing to Form
Technology: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat
Description: These personae are the end result of my research into iFixit's audience. They are amalgamations of demographic data to create new, unique examples of potential audience members.
This document showcases my ablity to read, interpret, and evaluate research studies in order to present them in an easily digestible visual format.
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WSET Wine Quiz Application - Prototype
Project Type: User Experience Design, Research, Application Comp
Skills: Visual Communication, Visual Editing, Research, Analysis, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Application Design, Writing to Form
Technology: Adobe XD, Adobe Photoshop
Description: This is a mockup that allows someone to progress through the application to see the workings of the quiz before strict programming code is applied. The project required research on the topic being tested in the quiz.
This application uses visual clues to quickly convey knowledge on the progress made by the test-taker. It demonstrates my ability to use different technologies to acheive greater results during the design and planning stages.
Construction Company Website - Redesign
Project Type: Content Analysis and Website Design
Skills: Visual Communication, Visual Editing, , Audience Analysis, Graphic Design, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Drafting and Revising
Technology: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe XD
Description: These designs are intended for redesigning a family-owned construction company's website. The initial website is difficult to navigate visually and does not appeal to the company's target audience.
This document showcases the progression from the initial planning phase of the website's design through to the final Comp images created to demonstrate the finished design.
Planned Obsolesence Infographic
Project Type: Photography and Typography
Skills: Visual Communication, Visual Editing, Problem Solving
Technology: Adobe Photoshop
Description: This project utilized both photographic imagery and typography to create an informative graphic object about a topic I had previously researched. I used visual design theory to communicate and emphasize a message. I gathered and edited stock imagery and carefully selected text to create a final image using Adobe Photoshop.
The total image conveys my knowledge of the impact of planned obsolescence in an easily interpreted format.
Catalyst Bumper Clip - PBS Science Show
Project Type: Video Editing and Design
Skills: Visual Communication, Graphic Design, Content Analysis, Video Editing
Technology: Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, YouTube
Description: This bumper clip was submitted to the Arizona based PBS science show Catalyst for use in separating different segments of the show. It follows a style guide provided by the production crew to create a cohesive look throughout the show.
The video uses multiple animation conventions to communicate motion, timing, and anticipation.
Event Poster - Wine & Flours Blog
Project Type: Photography Editing and Graphic Design
Skills: Visual Communication, Visual Editing
Technology: Adobe Photoshop
Description: This poster was created during the pandemic to showcase a new way to perform guided wine tasting services safely utilising existing technology.
This poster is an example of my ability to use technology to communicate information visually utilising different editing techniques and my ability to recognise cultural patterns in communication.