Use what you learned in Project 9 of the textbook to design a newsletter from the two text files that I will give you. Your design must be highly original. It should NOT be designed exactly like the one in the text book. Be creative!
When finished, write an explanation of your reasoning behind your final design. In your ½ to 1-page evaluation, these are some of the concepts that you should address:
- Explain your use of design principles and elements (e.g. contrast, repetition, alignment, proximity)
- Visual appeal, creativity, and readability.
- WHY you used certain design elements/features. Don't simply state what you used.
Overall Goal:
Create a 4-page newsletter. You will also design a nameplate/masthead for your newsletter. You will also write a letter from the editor. You will also make up a fictitious Calendar of Events.
Procedure:
- Design the nameplate/masthead that is suitable for a newsletter that focuses on recycling and environmental health.
- Download recycle_newsletter.doc and solidwaste.xlsx from here.
- On page 1, you will have your headshot photo and your letter from the editor. Use Word or InDesign to write this letter/article. The letter simply has to be real English with proper grammar. I am not going to grade that closely on the content, but please be sure that it makes sense.
- It is very important for you to Place your two files rather than copy/paste. (Because of styles).
- On about 1/2 page, use InDesign's Table feature to create a Calendar of Events. Make it up.
- You must include a Table of Contents.
- You must use Master Pages.
- You must use Styles.
- I don’t believe you need any more specific instructions. Go ahead and finish your creative and original design. Be sure to create an end-product that is highly professional. Be sure that your layout and design would make it a compelling read for your audience!
Instructions to Submit:
Print and submit to me your newsletter pages and evaluation. The newsletter DOES NOT have to be in color unless you want to.
Final Notes:
Just like the other InDesign assignments, you should save in OAKS as a backup. Because it’s a newsletter, PDF is a better format than JPG.
Due February 12. But be aware that your trial of InDesign may end by then. So be ready to come to the lab if necessary.