Digital Magazine about Interviewing Using the STAR Method

Project Purpose: To outline the STAR method and how to apply it during an interview

Target Audience: Current or recent college graduates ready to interview for their first professional job

Tools: Canva, HeyZine, ChatGPT

Applying Graphic Design Principles for Learning Design

Graphic design principles play a significant role in making learning materials more engaging and effective. The following are graphic design principles I keep in mind when creating learning materials.

  1. Balance: A visually balanced design creates a stable and organized look.

  2. Contrast: Contrasting colors, shapes and sizes help to highlight important information and make the design more dynamic.

  3. Alignment: Keeping elements aligned creates an orderly appearance and helps to guide the viewer’s eye while improving readability.

  4. Repetition: Using visually consistent fonts, colors, and design elements throughout the project creates a cohesive and consistent look.

  5. Proximity: Grouping related elements together clearly shows their connection and makes the content easier to understand.

  6. Hierarchy: Establishing a clear visual hierarchy with different sizes, colors and positions for various elements helps prioritize information and guide the viewer’s attention.

  7. White Space: Empty spaces help to reduce visual clutter and allows the viewer to focus on the most important elements.

  8. Typography: Selecting a hierarchy of font sizes and styles helps to emphasize key points.