Week 11 : Making other connecting media spaces + making a comic book (remix)edition
Navigating the Digital Maze: A Blueprint for Transmedia Integration in Online Publishing
Navigating the Digital Media
Incorporating transmedia integration into an online publication can greatly enhance audience engagement and immersion. Here’s my plan for incorporating transmedia elements into the publication, focusing on specific channels and the rationale behind each choice:
A Blueprint for Transmedia Integration in Online Publishing
So far I have my Youtube channel and Instagram that will host mainly all my content has is has the most audience. For my music and Artist name I have made additional website, soundcloud and instagram pages. As for future works I want to open a Ticktok account to host the music channel, a spotify + youtube streaming platform for my designer inspired conversations and Instagram to post all my stories and photography + videography for both my channels. The Twitter is also going to be my bridging platform where I keep everyone on a daily basis updated on what I am working on, what they can expect in the future and know where my headspace is at meaning we can have a conversation about it!
Website/Blog: The primary platform for content distribution and engagement. This is where the core content resides, including articles, videos, podcasts, and other multimedia elements. The website serves as the central hub that ties together all other transmedia channels.
Social Media Platforms (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram): These platforms offer opportunities for sharing snippets of content, behind-the-scenes insights, and interactive elements like polls and Q&A sessions. Each platform can be used strategically based on the type of content and audience preferences. For example, Twitter might be used for real-time updates and short-form content, while Instagram will be where I showcase visually appealing images and stories of my designs and photography skills.
YouTube: Video content is a powerful medium for storytelling and engagement. The YouTube channel can host longer-form videos, interviews, tutorials, and vlogs related to the publication’s content themes. Cross-promotion between the website and YouTube channel can drive traffic and engagement across both platforms.
Podcasts/Audio Content: For audiences who prefer consuming content on the go, podcasts provide a convenient option. The publication can create podcasts featuring in-depth discussions, interviews with experts, and audio versions of articles. Platforms like Spotify and Apple Podcasts can be leveraged to reach a wider audience. The plan is to host guest and have talks about design community in Vancouver, as well as fun conversation about general news and movie culture and media. A lot of my friends and family as requested to be an youtuber or a podcast streamer since they find me unique, funny at times and more over very insightful about many topics that will raise audience interest, entertain them and make them learn while at it.
Email Newsletters: Email remains a direct and effective way to communicate with subscribers. The publication can send out regular newsletters featuring curated content, exclusive updates, and previews of upcoming articles or events. Personalization and segmentation can enhance the relevance of content for different subscriber segments. In my site I have that option in contact forum that directly connects to my audience to my email inbox so if someone leaves a message I can access and read it pretty much immediately.
Interactive Content Platforms (e.g., Interactive Infographics, Quizzes): Interactive content can increase engagement and provide a more immersive experience for readers. Platforms like Adobe Spark, Playbuzz, or even custom-built interactive tools on the website can be utilized to create quizzes, polls, interactive infographics, and games related to the publication’s topics. I leave add it if I feel like I have interactive and engaging audiences that requires some fun with my contents and what to know more about the process that goes inside my art ( whether its my music or designs )
Community Forums/Groups: Building a community around the publication fosters engagement and loyalty among readers. Forums or groups on platforms like LinkedIn, Reddit, Discord, and Facebook can serve as spaces for discussions, feedback, and collaboration among readers and contributors. I have made a server in Discord for my audience to check pre-views of my content before I post them anywhere else to keep engagement I have connected to my Mid Journey so they can generated AI art for free through me!
The rationale behind focusing on these channels lies in their ability to cater to different audience preferences and behaviors. By utilizing a mix of text, visuals, audio, and interactive elements across various platforms, the publication can reach a broader audience, increase engagement, and provide a more enriching experience for readers. Additionally, each channel offers unique features and functionalities that can be leveraged to enhance storytelling and audience interaction.
Somebody Else - A comic book inspired from "The 1975" song
Inspired by the band “The 1975” song “Somebody Else”. The comic book narrates the story of a boy who remembers how his lover left him when he discovers himself in a forest that tells his inhibitions, knowing them he understands that it was his plan all along.