This week, we were tasked with creating a home page and two case studies for our portfolio website. I continued to work on Webflow to further develop my site. I wanted to incorporate my branding identity into my website as much as I could, to give a feeling of consistency throughout all my work. However, … Continue reading “IXD301 – Portfolio: Using Webflow & Rebranding”
In Kyle’s class, we looked at responsive web design, and the different aspects of web design, and how they can be changed and attributed towards your portfolio. We went over HTML and CSS like last week’s content, and so again, I already understood a lot of the subject matter covered today. However, it was definitely … Continue reading “IXD301 – Week Five: Responsive Web Design”
In this week’s lesson with Daniel, he spoke to us about the skills required for job interviews, which was very useful for me as it helped me to feel more prepared for when I am interviewed by placement companies. What you should think about for an interview: Whatever they ask you, tie it back to … Continue reading “IXD302 – Week Four: Interview Skills”
Today, in Kyle’s class, we talked about HTML and CSS, in a way to recap coding. Basics of HTML We went over some of the basics of HTML again: All HTML documents must start with a document type declaration: <!DOCTYPE html>. The HTML document itself begins with <html> and ends with </html>. The visible part of the HTML document … Continue reading “IXD301 – Week Four: HTML and CSS”
For this week’s tasks, we were asked to create a series of mock-up emails that we would send to hypothetical people in a workplace. This was helpful towards learning more about how to properly write up emails, and how to tailor them towards different sets of people. 1. To the manager, keeping them up to … Continue reading “IXD302 – Task: Mock Emails”
In today’s lesson with Daniel, he talked to us about studio etiquette – how to properly act in a workspace. I found this lesson very helpful, as we were taught to think about things that you normally wouldn’t even think about in a normal, everyday setting. There is a lot to consider when moving into … Continue reading “IXD302 – Week Three: Studio Ediquette”
I began the development of both my CV and cover letter, as I would need to send these off as soon as possible to potential placement employers. CV I started with my CV, as this would provide me with a grounds on which to base my cover letter around. As I had already made up … Continue reading “IXD302 – My CV and Covering Letter”
This week in Daniel’s class, we looked at the essential needs when applying for a job. The following are needed when applying: A CV A cover letter A portfolio CV What is it? A CV is a concise, formal document that summarises your education, skills and experience. It should be easily read and referenced and explain … Continue reading “IXD302 – Week Two: Applying for a Job”
For this week’s tasks, we were asked to create a set of high resolution mock-ups for our portfolio website. For my mock-ups, I firstly used my sketchbook to create a series of sketches and wireframes. (insert wireframe sketches) Next, I used the programme Figma to begin building my mock-ups digitally. Home Page: Case Study Example … Continue reading “IXD301 – Portfolio: Mock-Ups”
In Kyle’s class, we began to look at what content is, and where it comes from. We took a look at the different sources of content, and the benefits of content curation. Why is content curation useful? Become an expert in content Easier than creating your own Shows that you’re focused and dedicated Allows you … Continue reading “IXD301 – Week Two: Content & User Job Stories”