https://janethill.online/work daily 0.75 2021-07-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1528756429024-5A7GE85I452ZC52G9SX0/G2+cover.png Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1529617686156-E85YXUI11D6X3DHMIXDR/boy+with+map.png Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1530042284048-5R2TD8L3AGIEEA52VSV7/Screen+Shot+2018-06-26+at+2.44.13+PM.png Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1531781738420-DY70IFNL1ZCEF2CT0B6L/AR+hand+.png Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1553721051226-FARY5SUGSFJIXNY04J7M/image-asset.jpeg Work - Everyday Math Theme Song/Intro Animation https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b104228af2096347059629f/t/5cfecf311487b300014e0c0d/1531245226778/ Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1562801330455-9PYI0UE3BUU6KVALYJB1/Screen+Shot+2019-07-10+at+5.53.52+PM.png Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1610574474026-I8Q3VNU1SSFKEFY0E2O5/just+tablet+with+logo.jpg Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1625775448747-9V2NFXNPMV0JNKHT0KE3/web+page+1.jpg Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1560194252208-N9YSKA0YUZCBTFBNZEBB/main+screen.png Work CHI EVENTS home screen view https://janethill.online/work-jasper daily 1.0 2022-03-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/01dca83b-2981-4f40-ae24-ad33e02ca9fa/Mindworks+today.jpg Work Our research, concept development and testing led to the adoption of inviting sidewalk signage, clear bold messaging in the entrance and a focus on ensuring guest comfort. These solutions contribute to visitor knowledge and help set the stage for engagement with this unique lab and educational space. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/798fa8f6-7349-4065-a297-9ef855442bb9/Final+prototype.png Work Based on feedback from stakeholders, refinement of concepts focused on signage. This prototype was developed based on A/B testing and interview input. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/c9e0f238-b7da-4395-9377-6614f7ab6a08/concept+images+website.jpg Work From our research we developed design principles and concept recommendations for presentation to stakeholders. Entry spaces need to establish what a visitor should know, do, and feel 1. Compelling outward facing signage attracts visitors to the space and creates curiosity for what might be discovered within. Helps avoid confusion of purpose relative to other local spaces. Immediately informs a visitor of what the space is and why it’s there. Make the space’s purpose clear and compelling when visitors first arrive 2. On entry, immediate, bold, short messaging describing the main purpose of the space. 3. Active informational displays behind reception or kiosks near reception, providing information on research opportunities. Authenticity and transparency are key for interactions with visitors 4. A clearly identifiable greeter (Research Assistant) who aids the receptionist by immediately assessing visitor needs to direct flow and address inquiries. People are more confident in trying new things if they feel welcomed and comfortable. The space must anticipate varying levels of interest and engagement 5. QR activated activities or quizzes access in reception area for guests waiting on others. People attend experience in groups, but not all are interested in all experiences. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/0336c718-36d6-4ab0-978b-c6fa21ec45fa/5Es+for+website.jpg Work Using the 5E framework to break down the user experience with a human centered design lens, this project focused on ways to help identify areas that may be problematic or undefined. My role focused on the ENTER experience and our work focused on the research question: How might we best provide visitors with knowledge and permission to engage with the space? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/2428cf23-0cf6-4a0c-bd39-016f963f463f/chicago-booth-mindworks-exteriorcropped.jpg Work this is another caption https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/d1ff43a9-a796-4ad6-a5bb-aba78e2bab2a/observation+images.jpg Work Observations • Entrance experiences at museums, restaurants, and retail Interviews • Restaurant owners • Retail store floor associates • Exhibit/space designers • Museum directors • Lab staff Surveys For insight regarding visitor and research comfort interaction Affinity Diagramming Synthesized themes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1628451449208-9I5R7OLZAIFBJ61Y485S/EM+screen.jpg Work I led the rebranding initiative for the print, digital and marketing design development of McGraw-Hill’s Everyday Math product. This included: • Management of internal staff and presentations to key stakeholders to communicate innovations and progress. • Conducted interviews with users and observed classroom use to develop design principles. • Tested wireframes and prototypes with both teachers and students across the country. • Worked closely with in-house developers to champion the vision of final product. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/61f373ba-110a-4650-9e38-c94aaf1725af/Screen+Shot+2022-02-07+at+2.46.08+PM.png Work - Make it stand out Brand was executed across K-6 grades including print and digital for both students and teachers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1609713919601-MTP9YX3CJ2KC17CG5QQZ/grade+2+tablet.jpg Work Results: The new brand update brings to life everyday objects in a world that children find compelling to show the possibilities of math. A nod to the unique spiral teaching method is reflected in the branding with the banner twist holding the product name. The new interface is intuitive and friendly, paired with aligned print support. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/f2a510e7-8794-4076-bdd1-cbf7fa9e5c18/5d9b6df0db7ed626cedb6212_EM_apps2_2400.jpg Work - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/60974c42-133b-42e4-9b7a-c84e47a3708b/Old+EM+design.png Work Background: Everyday Mathematics is a leading elementary math program developed by The University of Chicago in partnership with McGraw-Hill. It has been a best-selling program for over 30 years, but the brand needed to be refreshed to reflect updates to the product and revitalize sales. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1628452148434-XPJV7BOCXZZFHEKI7568/3dshotgames.jpg Work - Make it stand out All games were updated to reflect new brand https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/91cdd8e1-65d5-45cb-8d82-7f580e712ec5/city+of+chicago+webpage.png Work As a graduate student, I participated in a collaboration with the City of Chicago's Department of Innovation and Technology. I was part of a team of four that focused on improving how residents access city event information. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/33b02e78-b06d-4a7e-a0b7-3fed847f3eda/annotated_screen.png Work - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/0f80c503-a15c-4d87-96c9-d4f1ee463f90/311+integration.png Work The CHI 311 app allows Chicago residents to request, track, and explore work being done in their community. Our design solution proposes to integrate event information and locations. Adding this feature to CHI 311 provides the potential to increase downloads and awareness of critical city communication resources. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/aa066c24-afa3-4db1-b38d-e8620ff4543d/cityvenues.png Work Problem Statement: The City of Chicago promotes many different events, in many different ways and locations, requiring residents to to seek multiple channels to find information and possibly miss important events of interest to them and their community. Goal: Utilize existing platforms to provide residents event discovery and allow personalize search parameters with dynamic filtering. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/b431a837-d268-4979-91c9-8e99f8c25434/chicago+methods+layout.jpg Work Interviews with key city department staff to understand process and channels used to promote events and their challenges with existing formats. Peer city reviews to gather insight into how other large cities communicate events in centralized locations. Surveyed residents to gauge the variety of channels they used and preferred ways to access event information. Card sorting exercises with residents to evaluate and determined information architecture. Usability testing with both residents and key city stakeholders to finalize the interface designs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1560194252208-N9YSKA0YUZCBTFBNZEBB/main+screen.png Work Final Design Solutions include the CHI EVENTS web page that launches from the city’s website home page and event integration into the CHI 311 app. Both solutions feature event information from all city departments with filtering and calendar options. These solutions are possible through use of the Chicago Data Portal. Our team developed an input document that all city departments could access to upload event information to the portal to allow it to be viewed on these platforms. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/8791622d-8073-4a72-9830-7be627a1b923/mobil+views.png Work CHI EVENTS features responsive design for ease of access from any device. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1630348527690-BMXCPHBRTVMCHL6CZUUE/Mixed_Platform%28wht%29.gif Work The result is a flexible, refined design which include a variety of treatments and templates to convey the richness of the content for these talks with leading designers who have created innovative responses to the personal, local, and global challenges of the 21st century. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/b9ab4736-df57-435f-90ae-c29605081721/page+2a.jpg Work - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/75acac56-d09f-4bb3-8d37-66468ae70aac/web+page+1.jpg Work I led the development of a visual design system to enable consistency, shorten design time and solidify a branded presence for DePaul University’s Design Talks series. This included research of competitive institutions’ designs, mood board development and presentations to gain consensus on visual directions. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/35acbd51-bfe5-44f0-af27-0ba36dd2cb3d/DT+standardsRGBjpg.jpg Work - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/750a9a74-8110-411e-a702-70d35ba71d07/Screen+Shot+2022-03-03+at+9.30.52+AM.png Work - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1562795196263-X0HATJRDLFZ6ABEOBX8V/reveal+array.jpg Work Results: The final solution is a digital-focused, print supported platform that allows students to uncover their aptitude for math. The brand utilizes shapes and patterns that integrate engaging age-appropriate photography and illustration revealed within the blended print and digital platform. Overall design proved extremely flexible for all applications, as well as customizing for specific state markets. Each grade level is indicated by distinct color and imagery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/581672b1-315e-431e-961a-6b26dad9d9d6/Arrive+layout.jpg Work Additionally I led the development of a 9 level intervention program, Arrive Math. This was sold with the Reveal Math program for students who needed additional support in the classroom. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/fe35bd6a-6bee-41c5-af32-50f7f118e4fe/reveal+workshop.jpg Work My role: Led brand development for the K-12 product experience, managing staff and outside venders in multiple locations. Coordinated workshops to engage stakeholders in defining personality and key attributes for the different market segments to aid marketing story and product naming. Developed and led presentations to stakeholders and internal staff to report on progress and receive feedback. Spearheaded the development of concepts for testing with users. Developed guidelines for execution of branding across print and digital media. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/f78dec16-0831-4105-b4d3-06881c342c23/Reveal+series.png Work K-12 Reveal Math series https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1530477362908-GZ6JJ8Z6MMUAOLBT305X/reveal+marketing+screen211.jpg Work To build McGraw-Hill’s presence in the core national Math market the company wanted to create a K-12 seamlessly branded offering. This product alignment experience was a first for the company to span so many grades and markets requiring the input and approval of many internal stakeholders. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1529601559377-56OARRTJOZRRH6GPXP64/opener+screen.png Work The final product provides real-world investigations with high impact photography and animations to inspire curiosity and interest in science. This interactive K-5 program promotes inquiry, showing students how science is a pathway to answers and its use in their potential future careers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/610c515b-46ce-41b2-8a90-f2898b639a06/IS+marketing+layout.jpg Work - Make it stand out Marketing samples https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1631139379638-W09SUPXAZ4HOWNHV1B0N/all+the+kids.png Work - Make it stand out These characters appear throughout the program to show students how science is used in different career paths https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1610578957404-P0DM0UTOR7N82Z3KV9S1/investigator.jpg Work - Make it stand out Inspire Science Investigator articles connect current science and engineering practices, showing students real-world applications https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1645658286363-1PYBM7UI1PJYBGAHGKUT/Screen+Shot+2022-02-23+at+5.14.53+PM.png Work I led the branding and product development for a new innovative elementary science program. This included the management of internal staff and outside venders for design development including extensive photo research, animation, and game development. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/72a3b4b8-e4a5-463e-9490-fc057ba58b4c/inspire+science+layout.jpg Work Background: Sparking curiosity and interest in science and other STEM related fields is the key messaging used to define the development to create an intuitive learning experience. To enhance engagement with the student, the design team developed a group of animated ‘science kids’ that guide students through content while sharing their STEM career passions. They proved so popular, they were featured again in the development of the Reveal Math elementary program. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1640898675931-O41K2UJX47FO4GPIQUY7/chicago-booth-mindworks-exteriorcropped.jpg Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1609715423487-O6RY1AAH37JBS6U8YEEK/3dshotgames.jpg Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/75acac56-d09f-4bb3-8d37-66468ae70aac/web+page+1.jpg Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1645647101958-BJ3H5VGOE8QNXAGET83Z/web+dash+page+image+.png Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1609865015821-32KAQXXYDZGX5IWCTKYR/3cd+books+shot.jpg Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1610574474026-I8Q3VNU1SSFKEFY0E2O5/just+tablet+with+logo.jpg Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1530569122596-H5Q0RRFTHHN81D8OEYW1/image-asset.jpeg Work https://janethill.online/about daily 0.75 2021-06-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1545160094889-IY5F3SNK5ZT65QH21C83/website+photo.jpg Who am I? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1529622177776-CA4NV3HYJNEI9HJ5LPU2/About+Me.png Who am I? https://janethill.online/resume-2 daily 0.75 2018-11-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1591736414448-U3KU2W1XZIDJBKSXRCZL/resume+for+website+0620.jpg Resume https://janethill.online/about-me daily 0.75 2022-02-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b104228af2096347059629f/1628284607211-NYPR4YHGYA44Z47T7A8W/JanetHill-Illustration-01.png About Me - About Me I love engaging with new people, asking questions, and solving problems. My fantasy world includes pets that don’t shed, dishwashers that load themselves and eating pancakes every day for breakfast. My professional experience has included working with the most prominent educational providers which honed my skills as a creator, collaborator, and researcher. I can balance viewing both the big picture and attending to the details. I thrive in an inclusive environment where different views, excitement, and experimentation grow to yield creative solutions. Successful communication across age sectors and disciplines is my driver, which I use to help others visualize the possibilities and understand the realities. https://janethill.online/new-page-1 daily 0.75 2022-07-05