Creative Director / UI / UX /Design Research
Challenge:
Create a user friendly platform.
Foster meaningful relationships within the design community.
Establish a place for community based content.
Identity monetization opportunities.
My design process always starts by garnering insights, addressing challenges, and fostering innovation.
My team came up with a comprehensive 5-point system was utilized to foster community, engagement and collaboration. The first element involved the establishment of Design Forward Alliance (DFA) ambassadors, who were key individuals within the community and played pivotal roles in connecting, guiding, and advocating for the DFA initiative. A digital hub was created to serve as a centralized platform for information about DFA events.
The initial phase involves engaging with the design community and conducting insightful interviews. This step is crucial in tapping into the collective wisdom and experiences within this population, and gaining valuable perspectives that shape the foundation of my design.
The student profile pages allows for users to keep their information
organized and to showcase community involvement while trying to enhance their skills and grow there careers. While the The Ambassador profile page allows for users to keep there information
organized but also is a way for them to give back to the next generation of designers but mentorships and community involvement.
Shawn Sistrunk 