Academic Poster Design: MAGPIE Research Group Launch
Three distinctive academic posters designed for the MAGPIE research group launch, each communicating unique project goals while maintaining accessibility and visual impact
The GAIM Project
Design Approach
Created a striking word cloud visualisation of research metaphors
Incorporated gaming motifs and player icons with speech bubbles
Balanced data presentation with visual engagement
Impact
The word cloud visualisation proved particularly effective, drawing significant attention from attendees and facilitating discussions about the research findings.
AI Ally Project
Design Approach
Emphasised online communication through speech bubble motifs
Used a bright, youth-oriented colour palette
Integrated existing brand elements from website and social media
Impact
The poster successfully bridged project recognition through consistent branding while facilitating meaningful discussions among attendees.
Teaching With Games Initiative
Design Approach
Created visual metaphor of game consoles integrated with traditional tools
Used bookshelf imagery to normalise games in educational settings
Maintained clean, modern aesthetic
Objective
As a developing project, the poster needed to establish legitimacy while clearly communicating the initiative's goals and potential.