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Our team decided to create the WikiHow article about elementary design to help professionals stay on "trend" with new ideas for their social media. We broke down the essential steps to creating a clean looking flyer—even without expensive software or training. In the step-by-step format of WikiHow, we developed an order to follow when creating a flyer or poster on any designing software.
Our team decided to create the WikiHow article about elementary design to help professionals stay on "trend" with new ideas for their social media. We broke down the essential steps to creating a clean looking flyer—even without expensive software or training. In the step-by-step format of WikiHow, we developed an order to follow when creating a flyer or poster on any designing software.
After viewing other articles on the design on WikiHow, we wanted to make our design post simple to follow and adaptable to different software. Moreover, we wanted to make sure the article had plenty of resources for free software as well as examples, so it includes hyperlinks to tools that beginner designers can use to develop their designs.
Title and Log Line:
The title of our article is The Basics of Design.
Our Log Line is, “How to design like a pro - Some basic tips to create flyers and posters with a clean, professional finish!"
Meet our Team:
Tejal Sarbaugh and Valeria Dibrova who are currently employees of Kean Unversity. Every day we are doing social media for our departments, and in order to make it easier and faster, both of us use these tools, we are also very interested in a graphic design so it became a hobby for both of us.
Our series, “The Basics of Design” include the following articles:
Meet our Team:
Tejal Sarbaugh and Valeria Dibrova who are currently employees of Kean Unversity. Every day we are doing social media for our departments, and in order to make it easier and faster, both of us use these tools, we are also very interested in a graphic design so it became a hobby for both of us.
Our series, “The Basics of Design” include the following articles:
1.) How to create a Basic Flyer or Poster
In this article, you will learn the basics of designing a flyer or poster with a clean, professional look. You can make some professional for little to no cost by just following these steps!
2.) How to Create New Instagram Ideas to Shake Up Your Feed
Your phone is in your hand, thumb hovering over the post button, waiting for something epic to come and...poof! Nothing. Let’s make sure that never happens again. See how to make fun, engaging and entertaining ideas you can choose over and over again. Let’s go!
3.) How to Use Instagram Highlights
People everywhere are using Instagram highlights to organize their posts and stories. This WikiHow will help you create custom covers and provide ideas on how to organize your Instagram.
4.) How to use IGTV
The world’s first long-form vertical video platform is now for your use! So how do you use it? Think about what your community wants to see, then make it. No inspro? No problem. We’ve got some ideas for you. Listen to our fourth podcast and be on top
5.) How to Use Filters Well
#filtersarenotdead but can they be overdone? Learn how to use filters on different platforms to enhance your photo without drowning it. This article will outline the best filter practices and photo-editing tips.
6.) How to stand out on social
Consistency - that’s the key. How is that achieved? All your feed and content should have the same look, feel, and tone. The more consistent you are, the more recognizable and trustworthy you become. Here are several tips to help build loyal followers based on theme and consistency.
7.) How to properly post with Minimalism
Clean, beige or white feed or gold and bold? There’s something so alluring about these visuals. It’s up to you what to choose and how to create it, but this article will provide you with some vital tips on how to stay on top of both.
8.) How to create Mood boards.
Learn how to design a beautiful moodboard and decide on a theme, color, and aesthetic. Learn the best practices, how to come up with color schemes, how to properly add licensed images, and how to create the best layout.
9.) How to create Seasonal Designs
Don’t forget about the seasons! The better you keep up with holidays and promote something in the seasonal theme - the better you get your followers engaged. Moreover, it’s a good way to find a perfect match for your “theme” - who told you that Christmas themes should be green and red only? Learn how to make Seasonal designs and maybe your own personalized Christmas card!
10.) How to layout a magazine
If you’re starting a magazine or creating a digital zine project, here are some things you to help you print and email to your readers. In this article, learn how to create a clean, simple layout that looks professional.
Wiki-Article:
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Pitch:
Our pitch is, "You don’t need a paintbrush or a sewing kit to be a designer. With a good eye and a few clicks of a mouse, you’ll be the next digital Picasso!"
Competition:
Our article stands out from other articles on design because it is a universal tutorial. Our steps are not restricted to platform or price and can be used by anyone. This is especially useful for small businesses who do not have the finances to train employees, but are adapting in the multimedia world. It allows low-budget companies to create content using any program available. In these ways, it is interactive for followers and beneficial for businesses and beginner designers alike.
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