Register for Digital Media Technology, Term 20122

Now is the time to register for winter term. Look at the schedule online. If you need help, see Carolinda Williams, 954-201-8111, cwilliam@broward.edu, our technical adviser for assistance. If you plan to graduate before next year winter term, you must take the internship and the project management classes. DIG2940 Digital Media Practicum and DIG2945 Digital Media Project Management are offered only once a year.

I will be happy to answer questions for you as well. DIG2500c Digital Media Authoring (learn how to create blogs, podcasts, create interactive tutorials using Adobe Captivate, screen capture tutorials and other authoring topics) is offered next term as well and will only be offered once this year. If you need that class, register for it.

Check out the other classes as well.

CSS Best Practices for Beginners

Review this article and study the tips for best use of CSS. If you follow these steps, your CSS should improve and be easy to edit. http://net.tutsplus.com/tutorials/html-css-techniques/30-css-best-practices-for-beginners/.

Do you have other recommendations that have helped you to add?

Dynamic Typography Design

Typography is stunning way to create posters, advertisements, and other graphic design. Here are some links to some of the best sites I have found to see these displays of Typography in Design.

http://www.webdesignerdepot.com/2009/09/30-typography-posters-that-youve-probably-never-seen-before/

http://www.smashingmagazine.com/2008/02/25/breathtaking-typographic-posters/

http://blog.uprinting.com/90-exciting-typography-posters-and-designs/

http://www.noupe.com/design/40-killer-typographic-posters-photoshop-effects-and-tutorials.html

http://webexpedition18.com/articles/55-surprisingly-beautiful-typography-posters-and-desings/

Take a look and tell us your favorite and why. Did you see anything to inspire you? What do you look for in inspiration for your designs?

Looking for a Job?

I just found a link to Acquinity Interactive in Deerfield Beach. It looks like they have quite a few openings for digital media jobs. Take a look:

https://www.abso.com/jobboard/Acquinity/Careers.html

If you are not qualified now, you can at least see what companies in the area are looking for. Any of you interested?

Beginners have hope for inspiration

I just read this post about beginners and thought it might give some of you hope, inspiration, feeling of community. . .
http://leffjakin.tumblr.com/post/4946606064
Does this apply to you? What are your thoughts.

Students needed for commercial of BC Digital Media Technology

Anyone who is available to be in a commercial that is being shot today,  August 24, 1 p.m., please come to Bldg. 70, R. 225, South Campus. Broward College is shooting a commercial that will highlight South Campus, and specific programs offered here. If you are on campus, stop by. You may be on your way to being a commercial talent. This is a volunteer job, but you can gain bonus points for your discussion grade. I am not sure how long it will take, but certainly not too long. We are scheduled for 1-3 p.m., but I think it will be less than a half hour of shooting time.

As Digital Media Technology followers, what interests you?

What would you like to see in this blog that might help you return. Are you more interested in graphic design in Illustrator, Photoshop, or InDesign, or web design, or video production. Comment here to add your voice on topics you might like to have discussed. I will start with what comes to my attention, but I am always interested in your voice. Any suggestions for future postings?

Welcome to Term 20121, the fall term at Broward College, Digital Media/Multimedia Technology, South Campus. 

As you can tell, it has been a while since I have posted to the blog. This summer my mother broke her hip and I have really devoted my time to taking care of her. I am very lucky to still have my mom who is 79 and I will do anything to help take care of her. I am still living with her until she completes all the therapy to walk by herself. Although I had online classes this summer, I didn't keep up with the blog as my workload became very complicated with the health care. I am only going into details here to let everyone know why I have not been consistent in updating the blog.

Now that the term has started, I hope to post on a regular basis so that this blog will be pertinent to you.

Internship opportunities: You can work ahead to gain hours for your internship if you are interested in the following opportunities.

Social Capital Management: We are a full service technology firm that is currently seeking qualified interns to join our team. We reviewed information on your organization and we believe that there is a pool of talents among your members and affiliates. It would be greatly appreciated if you could forward these internship opportunities to your associates.




Social Capital Management is a full service technology firm that specializes in social media, search engine, web design, and mobile solutions. Our mission is to utilize social connectivity to bring about positive social change. The internships focus on new media, social media, designs, search engine and mobile technology. We welcome true social media enthusiasts and digital natives to apply. Our internships foster a virtual working environment and real-time idea exchanges. In addition, our organizational structure and management approach seek to encourage innovation, creativity and advancement. For more information on our company, please visit http://socialcapitalmanagement.org.




Opportunities are in three categories: Content Coordinator, Design and Search Engine Coordinator, Social Media and Online Marketing Coordinator. Read more

Job anyone? Please read the following to see if you are interested in working for this company.

Job Description:

We are seeking student designers who are interested in multi-media and ecommerce web development with an international broadcasting company. You will learn how to create websites for mobile, desktop and television platforms. Responsibilities include designing user interfaces and formulating ideas on how to improve our conversion/retention rate.

Salary: Negotiable

Company Overview:

Olympusat, Inc. owns, operates and provides turnkey operational and distribution services for independent linear and non-linear networks. Formed in 1999, Olympusat was the first independent company to offer a package of Spanish-language networks in the U.S. together in a satellite multiplex and marketed by our seasoned affiliate team. These networks have developed over the years to be high quality compelling, popular and highly distributed across the nation.

Location: West Palm Beach, FL

PLEASE EMAIL RESUME AND PORTFOLIO TO HUMANRESOURCES@OLYMPUSAT.COM

As we are coming close to the end of the term (7 school days left), but who's counting, I thought this might give you all a good feeling. I found this animation through http://blog.jemillo.com/2010/05/return-of-blog-well-nearly.html the blog of Jem Robinson. When you have some time, you might want to look at some of her work. But the animation is the star today. Rhiannon Evans that I stumbled across recently, created this work:




(click image to open video in a new window)
Credits:
Original Format: Digital
Year of Production: 2009
Running Time: 2 mins 51 secs
Director: Rhiannon Evans
Producer: International Film School Wales
Screenwriter: Rhiannon Evans
Music: Gareth Bonello

If it is Tuesday, it must mean I have something more to say! Luis Giron (digital media major), who works in sound, After Effects, Flash, among other things at Sapient Nitro, just shared a link with me that I will share with you. What a profound statement this makes. I think that some of it says what I have said in different words. Maybe this will be the first time that you will hear someone say "You should steal." Read the article, read the comments, say what you will here in response.


http://www.austinkleon.com/2011/03/30/how-to-steal-like-an-artist-and-9-other-things-nobody-told-me/

Photoshop to the fix again! A beautiful photo, yes, but more important notice the attention called to the beautiful Jane Aldridge (in front) from her blog: http://seaofshoes.typepad.com/sea_of_shoes/. You could use this technique in video as well. Thanks to Lisette of http://lemodablog.blogspot.com/, who always has great fashion links. Not bad when you can look at gorgeous women and learn about graphics at the same time.
And take a look at her blog, maybe a long look: in an interview 12/1009, Jane is quoted, "With 75,000 daily hits, my blog has become a full-time job. I dedicate 5 to 6 hours a day to Sea of Shoes. I have to take the pictures, edit them, write the accompanying post and reply to between [sic] many emails and answer many interviews. I created it with mum two years ago. It started off as both of our projects, but I ended up taking over it completely. My mom has her own blog now." If you don't believe me about the importance of blogging and the possibilities of real jobs, this should about do it.

One more that I think would be helpful for logo design is http://vector.tutsplus.com/tutorials/tools-tips/quick-tip-how-to-create-a-paper-style-alphabet-using-illustrator-3d/. This tutorial was created by the same author of the previous post, Iaroslav Lazunov

I don't think that you need to create your own alphabet, but the article will give you tips on 3D modeling, symbols, and blends in Illustrator.

For those of you already working with CSS and web design, you might enjoy http://www.noupe.com/tutorial/drop-down-menu-jquery-css.html. Even if you don't know jquery, I think you can apply these concepts to your web design.

He seems to be very talented and very experienced in creating useful tutorials. I hope you can learn something from these.

In this ongoing view of the Illustrator tutorial, I am recommending http://vector.tutsplus.com/tutorials/illustration/how-to-create-a-tube-of-paint-and-a-brush-using-adobe-illustrator/. If you learn these skills, you will turn flat graphics into ones that show depth, perspective. Also, when is the last time you have used penumbras in designing illustrations? If you do this tutorial, I bet you will soon become a better designer, because your eyes will be trained to look at light, shadows, blends, and so on. Let me know what you think? How many of you already think of these techniques when creating illustrations?

This article on improving your Illustrator skills caught my attention this morning. Try this link and respond with the link to the one you liked the best. http://www.noupe.com/tutorial/improve-your-illustrator-skills.html. I have always like Noupe design. What do you think?

This morning brings an article about whether a big (Ad Agency) or small agency is better to work for in terms of mentorship. Here is the link: http://adage.com/article/small-agency-diary/starting-a-small-agency-career/226921/. Read the article and the comments to learn what those involved in both sides have to say. Would you agree? Which one has been most effective in your experience.

Have you seen this video? http://ubelly.com/2011/04/help-turn-this-fan-made-windows-phone-video-into-a-real-tv-ad/. Talk about a great marketing tool for yourself. Have fun and get a job at the same time. Think of the possibilities of what you can create. Take a look and then tell me what you think.

Want to see well-developed characters, beautiful videography, suspense, intrigue? Check out "The Killing" on amc.tv. http://www.amctv.com/shows/the-killing The music, the zoom, timing, atmosphere draw you into the story. Watch and then respond.

It looks like Adobe is at it again. Adobe CS5.5 has just been released. I am very happy to see that Audition is included in the Production Premium collection and then of course in the Master Collection that we use in the classrooms. Everyone take a look at the new update. Anything new appeal to you?

How to Design a portfolio, take a look: http://skyje.com/2011/03/quality-portfolio/. Out of the ones mentioned, which is your favorite and why.

What other sites can you recommend?

To see how companies use learning tutorials for training employees, see http://www.sapient.com/en-us/careers/training-and-development.html. You will see the titles of the tutorials, but no actual elearning modules. Those you see after you are hired!

Poll: What applications do you use primarily for Web design (for the visual part)?

Illustrator CS5 for Web Design Interface.

Yes, you read correctly. To find out how, read http://www.smashingmagazine.com/2011/01/17/productive-web-design-with-adobe-illustrator/. Thorough explanations and even downloads to get you started. No time like the present. Take a look now. Have you used Illustrator as your interface design tool yet?

Don't miss the 50 and 50 state motto project:

http://www.gomediazine.com/design-articles/50-and-50-the-state-motto-project/.

Is your blog showing your talents, telling your audience what you do, what you are interested in? Check out: http://www.smashingmagazine.com/2009/02/26/10-steps-to-the-perfect-portfolio-website/ by Lee Monroe. So, it was written in 2009. Do you have any thoughts on what might need to be added today. Compare your blog to make sure you are creating the "Perfect Portfolio Website."

Anyone up for a design challenge? Check out http://www.threadless.com/loves/noir. If you find a challenge or contest, share it here.

In my research for class I have found two very interesting illustrators that I had not viewed before. I hope you will visit and then comment on what inspires you.

http://koikoikoi.com/2010/09/illustrations-by-zso/

http://koikoikoi.com/2011/03/ethan-is-sweet/

amazing eye for design, passion, crazy thoughts, inspired. Read what Koi Koi Koi is. Send me a link to  what inspires you.

Adobe Captivate 5 for the Mac.

Welcome back from spring break. I hope everyone had at least a little break from school and work. Tonight we are starting Captivate. Follow the links from the class and then do the tutorials before you start your assignment. See what users on the web have to say about the power of Captivate 5.

Adobe Illustrator CS5 Shape Builder Tool

If you are new to Illustrator or want to learn new features in CS5, then watch this tutorial:

http://tv.adobe.com/watch/learn-illustrator-cs5/creating-complex-art-with-the-shape-builder-tool-/

After you practice with this new tool, I am sure you can see the potential for its use. Please leave a comment and link to anything you have created with the shape builder tool.

http://www.screencast.com/t/3PK7IxDlxhgW

Another Job Opportunity. Is it for you?

Job Description:

We are seeking student designers who are interested in multi-media and ecommerce web development with an international broadcasting company. You will learn how to create websites for mobile, desktop and television platforms. Responsibilities include designing user interfaces and formulating ideas on how to improve our conversion/retention rate.

Salary: Negotiable

Company Overview:

Olympusat, Inc. owns, operates and provides turnkey operational and distribution services for independent linear and non-linear networks. Formed in 1999, Olympusat was the first independent company to offer a package of Spanish-language networks in the U.S. together in a satellite multiplex and marketed by our seasoned affiliate team. These networks have developed over the years to be high quality compelling, popular and highly distributed across the nation.

Location: West Palm Beach, FL

PLEASE EMAIL RESUME AND PORTFOLIO TO HUMANRESOURCES@OLYMPUSAT.COM

Am I the only one that can see these errors (typos)?

In my research for pertinent information, articles for classes, I have found two errors that blow my mind.  The first is in typography and the second is a contest winner with a typo. Think about the ramifications of these errors. Did you see the error as soon as you viewed the image?

http://www.brimmingwith.com/work_illu.php#  (the fifth image in illustrations "happy father's day) or see it on Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/brimming/4474773740/#/

Tell me the error.

http://blog.99designs.com/2011/02/04/brm-wins-the-rio-olympics-community-logo-contest/

The Olympics logo I talked about in Illustrator class this morning, so all of you in Illustrator class don't chime in until after someone else identifies the error.

How to design in 4 steps. Yes, that is right, 4 steps. See for yourself:

http://www.gagesalzano.com/~gagesalz/work/tazza-doro.php

What do you think? Next see his resume:

http://www.gagesalzano.com/~gagesalz/resume.php

and his home page philosophy on About me is as simple but well put as any I have seen. See for yourself:

http://www.gagesalzano.com/~gagesalz/about.php

Need a logo, graphic designer, coder, developer? Or, are you looking for work? 

One article leads to another. So much information on the web, so little time. Here's my next find for all you designers, developers, all things digital media.

http://www.iworkedon.com/

Any thoughts? If any of you try it out, let me know.

Illustrator, designer profile. Interview with Serbanescu Gabriel.

Now that you have looked at the hidden messages in logo designs, read this article  about one successful illustrator and his thoughts on design contests:

http://blog.99designs.com/2010/12/17/designer-profile-trickster/

What do you think of his t-shirt designs? 

Hidden messages in logo design.

Take a look at this article on hidden messages in logo design.

http://blog.99designs.com/2011/02/07/spot-the-hidden-messages-in-these-9-clever-logos/#comments

Which is your favorite? What do you like about the logos?

Job. Anyone interested?

I wrote to you last week about looking for a student who will be interesting in recording for us an audio presentation, and editing it.  Now we are looking for a student who will also be interesting in recording the voice for several presentations that we would like to show as web seminars. The  persons needs to speaks fluent Spanish and Portuguese is a plus. 

Please let me know if you are interested and I will send you the contact information. Remember any hours you do will count for your internship.

What is Feedburner? or googlefeedburner to be exact?

First you must establish an account with Google Reader if you don't already have one. Then go to Google and read about feedburner. YouTube has many videos on feedburner. Links to ones you might want to watch are available in Blackboard.


Once you watch these, you need to create a Google reader/feedburner link to your blog so that users can subscribe to your site.

Need job experience? Here is your chance.

Our company is looking for somebody who is able to record a seminar on audio to then be broadcast on the web. We thought about hiring a student, to give him/her the opportunity of doing the job. 

The final product we need is an audio in MP3. We will be broadcasting a conference via the web using a service call Webex provided by Intercall.

The audio needs to be recorded using a digital recorder. We will have the speaker; we need the technical help with the recording equipment and the technical person that can use it.

Intercall wants us to provide them with an MP3 of the conference. They told me, we need to record in wave format and have it compressed to MP3. In addition we will need to give them a script with the times for each slide.
For example: Slide one 00.00 to 01.03 (one minute 3 seconds). The conference will be a total of 45 to 50 minutes.

Intercall will need the voice to go with a power point presentation (our speaker will prepare the power point presentation) that will be presented via web. Intercall will put together the presentation in PowerPoint and the voice.

The talk could be recorded here at our office or we could go over to the place you think is best for the student.  The first recording will take place either the last week of February or the first week of March.




If you are interested, please respond and I will send you the specific company information.
 

Jobs and more jobs.

Entry Level Web Marketer - Facebook & Social Media
Miami Lakes Automall - Chevrolet Kia Jeep Chrysler Mitsubishi

Location: 16600 Nw 57Th Avenue, Miami, FL 33014 (Map it! )

oading Map..Base Pay: 

$8.00 - $12.00 /Hour

Entry Level

Media - Journalism - Newspaper
Marketing

Education: None

Experience: 

0 to 5 year(s)

Post Date: 

1/4/2011

Contact:Ali Ahmed

Phone: 305-558-1400

Description Miami Lakes Automall, carrying Chevrolet, Kia, Jeep, Chrysler, and Mitsubishi is one of the largest and fastest growing Auto Dealers in South Florida.  We need someone for marketing and social media.  The job will be full time and will include managing adwords campaigns, monitoring google analytics, managing our websites and blog sites and posting daily & weekly specials, managing periodic email campaigns, putting together the company newsletter, managing facebook fan pages and posting updates daily, managing other social media (myspace, youtube, etc.), managing our website blog, and customer review management (ie. obtaining positive reviews from satisfied customers). 

This is no doubt a fast paced environment and you will learn a lot.  We am looking for someone to assist with the most important part of our marketing. 

Recent High School graduates are encouraged to apply.  This is a full time job, however, for the right candidate, part time or flexible hours can be worked out.  The ideal candidate will have a passion for marketing and know how to effectively manage social media.  This candidate will be a very hard working, internet savvy person with the desire to learn.  Requirements Candidate should be familiar with Facebook.

Absolutely must be Bilingual (Spanish & English)

 Requirements Education Requirements
A high school diploma or the equivalent is required and a college degree is preferred. A strong background in computers and social marketing is also useful.  General familiarity with Facebook and YouTube are required.

 

Add a link to your blog with your name and blog name so that everyone can see your site. Join 5 others' sites.

Leveraging the Web to land a job

If you didn't believe me about the possibilities with blogging or didn't go home after class and read the Sun-Sentinel article in the Money section, page 6D, then here is the short copy:

MTV just had an online contest for its first Twitter jockey, for a job for a year, plus $100K prize. Murphy-Goode Winery received 2,000 applicants for its "Wine Country Lifestyle Correspondent," a $10,000 a MONTH social-media job meant to promote the business and Northern California. Jeanette Thwing, a 27-year-old Orlando woman who blogs about affordable fashion, learned about Sunglass Hut's blogger contest from one of her 5,000 Facebook fans. The winnings included $100K, a furnished apt. in New York City for a year, $1,000 fashion allowance, and a blogging job for a year.

Now who wants to learn how to blog and use Social Media? Anyone who responds by next Wednesday, January 26 with a story about other similar contests or jobs or links to the winners' blogs with insightful information, will receive 5 bonus pts.

This is a Read, not watch. Expand your horizons as you follow this link:


http://www.copyblogger.com/

What did you find that benefits you? Name two.

Here's my second shot at motivation. Now what is yours?



Watch these two (this one and the one below this) then leave your comments.

Richard Koci Hernandez, Multimedia Journalist

Richard Koci Hernandez, Multimedia Journalist