Journal 8

I think I was pleasantly surprised with everyone’s project 3. It was really cool to see how different theories and themes of composing influenced each different project and how some people focused more on different ideas. While some groups relied on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for circulation, others stuck to the old fashion way of circulating flyers throughout the campus by posting them on billboards in hallways or on boards on Landis Green. I learned about design and medium and how groups used T-shirts, infographics, videos, and Facebook headers to raise awareness for their organizations. I thought it was interesting that some people focused on different audiences. One group not only posted on FSU’s campus but also reached the Tallahassee community as a whole by posting flyers in Veterinarian Offices throughout the city. It was awesome seeing everyone’s focus and differing styles.

I thought it was interesting to see the different constraints when it came to working with others. Many groups had issues with communication with their organization, which I can understand how frustrating that is. It limited them on their ability to work and design. Some people were also constrained by their already existing marketing teams and their ideas as well. My group, specifically, was constrained by our organization’s posting. Because they didn’t circulate our materials, we weren’t able to see how well our texts assisted them. It would have been nice to see how we helped them.

I think that we could have thought a little more outside of the box. I wish that I had had more time to create a video because I think it would have been a great addition. I also would have loved for them to circulate our texts so we could have had a better understanding of circulation. I really love the t-shirt idea and think that that would have been a great marketing tool for our organization.