Designers are increasingly being asked to work with data. Businesses and organisations have more data than ever and are seeking to visualise it in compelling and memorable ways. This means that designers are increasingly being asked to collaborate with researchers and analysts, and need to understand key statistical terms and methods to ensure that their work tells a story clearly and accurately. This introductory evening course looks at how an understanding of statistics, copywriting and storytelling can enhance a design portfolio. It also looks at the key design techniques that are used in telling stories with data.
Full of information, illustration and anecdotes so for an amateur I came away with a lot of good material to get excited about and make a good start.
The chance to 'have a go' at what we were learning about was fantastic.
The style was relaxed and fairly informal, with their personalities and backgrounds shining through. They were very good at keeping my attention and there was plenty of time to ask questions.
I thought both teachers were excellent. They conveyed their content very well but, more importantly for me, with a great rapport (both between them and, surprisingly quickly, with the room) and sense of humour.
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