The first panel discussion broached the topic of 5D, the developing area of immersive design that touches on themes around sensory experience, virtual reality environments and design that is not just digital and not just virtual, but rather a hybrid of the two.
moreThe industry received a welcome boost this week with the news that Internet advertising revenues rose significantly in the first half of 2008, despite tough economic conditions. NMK quizzed the industry on what we can expect for the next year.
moreTroubled ITV is experimenting with ‘automatically placed overlay advertising’ to help revive flagging revenues. NMK’s Chris Lee canvassed opinion from around the new media industry about the move.
moreThe first panel discussion broached the topic of 5D, the developing area of immersive design that touches on themes around sensory experience, virtual reality environments and design that is not just digital and not just virtual, but rather a hybrid of the two. more
Brendan Dawes, creative director of MacneticNorth, talked about the ways in which his early experience of technology has affected his approach to interactive media and of the seismic shift that has taken place in recent years in how people use technology. more
Simon Waterfall, creative director at Poke and former digital chair of D&AD, began the day with a series of questions and observations about the aspects of online media he found frightening and disturbing. more
The Y Design Awards (YDA), part of London Design Festival, is now open for entries. Covering nine categories, the awards recognise excellence in the UK’s digital creative industries at a designer level. more
Part showcase, part confessional - ten of the UK’s finest digital designers bare their creative souls and share their work and wisdom. Each will reveal - in less than seven minutes - ‘the best advice I’ve ever been given’. more
Creative companies and individuals based in London are being offered a unique opportunity to develop their business skills, gain a better understanding of how to put their creative skills to the best use of their businesses, and how to maximise the revenue derived from their talents.
Full Day Event.
When: 15 April 2008 9.30am - 5pm
Where: University of Westminster, New Cavendish Street
How Much: Free!
Dynamo London and Create KX have teamed up to bring an inspirational and practical day for London’s small creative and digital businesses.
Businesses and freelancers attending the day will have access to invaluable commercial and facilitation advice. Tap into the skills and experiences of renowned industry professionals. Be offered practical tips from experts who understand what it takes to commercialise creativity, and how to strike the fine balance between economic viability and creative integrity. All this, plus a fabulous networking opportunity.
Some of the day’s highlights::
· Brainstorming techniques
· Selling creativity workshop
· Social tools for creativity
· Managing the creative process
· Recruiting and retaining creatives
· Inspiration instigation – where ideas come from
· Advice on IP and contract law
· Management and leadership
Thanks to our good friends at the LDA, this remarkable opportunity is being offered free of charge. However, places are limited and will be offered strictly on a first-come, first-served basis.
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