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    Darrick Hays

    Darrick Hays
    Animator

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    Embracing openness during the feedback process

    Embracing openness during the feedback process

    By Darrick Hays

    Openness is about being honest—sharing thoughts and trying new experiences. But being able to receive valid criticism is essential, too. Let's explore that.

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    2/26/20 8:58 AM

    empathy, critique, feedback, happiness, openness

    Spell it out... or don't—voice-over vs on-screen text

    Spell it out... or don't—voice-over vs on-screen text

    By Darrick Hays

    Most of the time, voice-over, commonly referred to as “VO”, is the driving narrative force behind videos—a mysterious guide that provides all the information a viewer needs while being bolstered by the visuals. While VO is not absolutely necessary, it is definitely something to consider when starting a new video project.

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    8/20/19 7:37 AM

    animation, Animation & video, video, audio, voiceover

    Reel life — tips for cutting animation highlight reels

    Reel life — tips for cutting animation highlight reels

    By Darrick Hays

    Cutting together a highlight reel of recent work is daunting; you may find yourself asking, “How can I possibly distill all the cool stuff I made over the past year or two down to just ONE MINUTE?! It’s easier than you might think.

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    7/25/19 7:30 AM

    reel, animation, Animation & video, tips, video, visual thinking, Company news, visual storytelling, marketing

    Checklists as motivation

    Checklists as motivation

    By Darrick Hays

    Blog? CHECK. Images for blog? CHECK. Checklists? CHECK! Learn how checklists can be used as a life hack to keep yourself motivated.

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    6/4/19 5:24 PM

    life hack, list, thinking, visual thinking, checklist, to-do

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    The term “visual storytelling” is relatively new, but the concept has been around a long time. Today the term “visual storytelling” is typically used in the context of business communications, journalism, and entertainment, and is associated with a wide range of visual arts.


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    The Ultimate Guide to Infographics

    “A picture is worth a thousand words,” as the old saying goes. While that can be true, it’s still not enough. It’s the purposeful combination of visuals and text, in the form of what is commonly called an infographic, that makes the most powerful tool for learning, marketing, and engagement.


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    The Ultimate Guide to Animations

    Animation brings stories to life. The best animations combine visual thinking and a powerful narrative into an entertaining, informative video. Combining quality art, motion, sound, and narration help viewers understand complex topics.

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