Designing with Dynamic Data

Catalog description

This course will explore how design thinking can be applied to organize and effectively communicate complex data in order to create powerful and cohesive visual stories. After designing still-image infographics, students will explore how time-based media can add deeper viewer comprehension. Students will expand their confidence in Adobe Illustrator for graphic creation and infographic design, and will be introduced to Adobe AfterEffects for motion graphics. Bring your own laptop; Adobe software access will be provided. Coursework will be largely project based, with lectures, demos, group critique, and in-class lab time included.