What skills you gained regarding writing to an audience?
I found writing a blog to be a really refreshing alternative to writing an academic essay or article. Blog writing is a much more conversational style of writing, and really lets you delve into the opinions and mind of the writer. Writing to an audience through my blog allowed me to give my side of media issues and express what my thoughts were on these specific topics. It's a great feeling to know that the people reading this blog, are reading exactly what I think. There is no beating around the bush, so to say, I get straight to the point on what I think about an issue, and I would hope my reader appreciates that in a blog.
What skills did you gain regarding design?
I am a big fan of simplicity and minimalism when it comes to designing a product. I like things to be neat and tidy, which also reflects how I live day-to-day. However, being an assignment, I wanted my blog to be one that stood out amongst the others. I attempted to keep colours to a minimal and all in the same scheme. Although this is a professional blog, I wanted my personality to be reflected in it's design, therefore the chosen colour of yellow, being a colour I associate with happiness, really gives it that edge. I wanted my heading to be bold and standout, after all it is the first aspect of a page a readers eyes go to. Clear headings of each posts assist readers in knowing what they are reading, and pages on the top of the page offers not only a professional aspect to my blog, but also an outlet where my readers can direct themselves to other links or aspects of the blog.
What did you think of the process?
I thoroughly enjoyed making a blog, especially as a journalism student I think it was a great way to start up a portfolio of my professional work so that future employers can see my work. While I am also the author of my personal blog LOVER OF THE KING, having a professional blog is crucial for writers of today. I really looked forward to coming to class each knowing we would be working on our posts, and design is an aspect I enjoyed immensly.
What is your view on blogging?
Being a blogger before this exercise, I really enjoy the concept of blogging. It's an outlet where I can escape to each night and write about things other than my course work. It acts almost like a scrap book where I can document all things that inspire me everyday, as well as just my thoughts on specific issues. It's free and easy to work, and a great platform to practice writing. It would be silly not to use such a great outlet to exhibit professional work too.
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