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9 Clouds U. is a summer internship in Sioux Falls, SD from the creators of 9 Clouds and Lemonly.
We Want YOU! We need a designer, a developer and a project manager intern. Apply here to be a part of the 5th Class of 9 Clouds U.!
Go to http://apply.9cloudsu.com for all of the details.
Graduation Day!
It's time for Michael and I to say farewell to 9 Clouds U. and our amazing mentors at both 9 Clouds and Lemonly. The summer has been a whirlwind of learning and we are certainly sad to see it end so quickly. Michael will be heading north for his senior year at South Dakota State University while I will be finishing up my last year of school at Augustana College.
A huge thanks to all the clients we worked with and our coworkers for being amazing teachers this summer! Good luck to next year's 9 Clouds U. interns! In true graduation style, we leave you with some words of wisdom alongside our "senior" portraits.
Class of 2013
Michael - Enjoy your time working and learning with this amazing team because they are truly an energetic group of talented people.
Sara - Let "yes" be your new favorite word and take advantage of every opportunity.
-Sara, 9 Clouds U.
All Eyes on South Dakota
Continuing the 9 Clouds U. tradition, Michael and I designed a South Dakota themed infographic. We updated the Top 10 Facebook Brands and added our own twist by tossing Twitter into the mix. Combining the two social media platforms proved to be harder in execution than we planned. Instead of letting ourselves get bogged down with overwhelming amounts of SoDak data, we put our creative powers to use and approached the Twitter data with an entirely different concept than Facebook. Instead of ranking people and places, we categorized some of the state's top "socialites" and gave them a classic yearbook makeover.
As pending college graduates, we found the school comparisons to be one of the most relevant sections for us. Michael's Jackrabbit pride was in full swing as SDSU proved to be the most social school.
Take a peek at our full infographic to see who edged their way to the top as South Dakota's number one Facebook brand. Will Keloland take the cake once again? Or will a cinderella story enter the race? See for yourself.
-Sara, 9 Clouds U.
Friday Funday
Fridays at the office consist of tons of productivity, right? This morning Michael and I mixed work with play and designed a photo shoot for the Lemonly staff. Our second conference room, aka the ping pong room, was lacking character so we designed a project to add some color to the otherwise bare walls. Take a look at the behind the scenes action!
The Inspiration: Nike + Balls of Fury
Getting the Perfect Shot
Thanks to our lovely photographer Amy T.
Happy Friday!
-Sara, 9 Clouds U.
Virtual Workday
If you have ever been to the 9 Clouds headquarters, you know the office space has some bragging rights. From the table tennis room to its prime location in historic downtown Sioux Falls, the 9 Clouds office has been a great home away from home this summer for Michael and I. Last week I broke our normal routine and worked virtually from the lovely lake country of northern Minnesota.
Not too shabby of a view, eh? I put away my fishing pole and packed up some essential items to successfully work off-site.
Virtual Workday Checklist:
My MacBook and iPhone - Go Apple!
Laptop charger - Because I always run out of juice when traveling sans charger
Headphones - Just in case a school of teenage girls park themselves next to my table
Reliable Wifi - Coffee shops are usually my bread and butter but the JiWire app came in handy when looking for access in parks and museums
Working virtually has its advantages and drawbacks, but there are countless ways to make it work. Michael and I used several communication platforms such as Skype, Basecamp and Google Docs. Our typical humor and sarcasm were a bit harder to convey when working hundreds of miles apart, but pictures served as a pretty good replacement.
I successfully made Michael hungry even while on the road. (above)
Michael kept me up to date on the most essential news in the office (above) "Look what just came in! It's like wearing a cloud it's so soft."
-Sara, 9 Clouds U.
HEATing Up
This week's 9 Clouds U. infographic is hot off the press. Michael and I teamed up with the Development League's Sioux Falls Skyforce to announce their new partnership with the NBA's Miami HEAT. This infographic stands out in comparison to our prior work through both style and content. We certainly learned a fair share about professional basketball and were able to adjust our design approach according to the sports theme. Michael used more pictures than usual to give the graphic a realistic style and added textures to keep the design cohesive with the Skyforce and HEAT brands. Take a look at the full infographic on the Skyforce website.
- 9 Clouds U.
Happy (Almost) 4th of July
With the 4th of July holiday looming in the near future, the work clock moves a little slower, our eyes feel heavier, and staying on task becomes next to impossible. Combat the holiday distractions with a few tricks we have picked up in the first month on the job.
Our 5 Tips for Staying on Task
1. Music
Whether you prefer some office friendly music like Jack Johnson or plug your headphones in to blast some Justin Timberlake, music is a great way to stimulate productivity and create a more pleasing work environment.
2. Inspiration
Take a few minutes to explore websites that spark your interest. A few of our favorites include design sites like Behance and Dribble. For non-designers Mashable and Fast Company are sure to awaken your creativity.
3. Sustenance
Productivity requires fuel (consisting of more than just coffee) so stop looking at lunch breaks as an option and make them a requirement. Also your co-workers will appreciate the absence of distracting stomach growling.
4. Fresh Air
Step away from your desk and enjoy some quality time with mother nature. Whether you prefer taking a walk around the block or just opting for the stairs, fresh air and exercise are easy ways to get creative juices flowing.
5. Pencil and Paper
When you start feeling as though your fingers are glued to the keyboard, reach for some paper and a pencil. We frequently revert back to the basics during the ideation phase of our projects in order to record our fleeting thoughts quickly. The tactility of using paper and pencil also gives us a greater sense of control rather than being at the mercy of a computer screen.
We wish you a swift and productive next 36 hours. Happy (Almost) 4th of July!
-9 Clouds U.
Rise of the Bikes
Summer has finally hit Sioux Falls and bicycles are taking advantage of the prime weather. As more bike lanes appear and the 20-mile bike trail is completed, commuting and recreational bike usage is becoming more popular in Sioux Falls, which inspired us to delve a little deeper into the world of bicycles. Our new infographic Rise of the Bikes reflects the country's increasing preference to grab life by the handlebars rather than the steering wheel. The health and financial benefits are certainly enticing but diving into the world of bicycle commuting can be daunting for any novice. Part of the graphic gives an overview of the gear needed and the key hand signals to keep riders safe and comfortable on the pavement. If you are not a current bike commuter, don't be shy to join the rise! As for the avid bikers, be sure to share your wealth of knowledge and send us your tips and tricks for safe and enjoyable rides.
-9 Clouds U.
Where 5th Grader Meets 9 Clouds U. Intern
Hi, this is Michael! I want to share with you my ambition for design that all started in my younger years when I discovered my passion for art. I remember the first time I knew I wanted to be an artist was in the first grade. As I was drawing King Kong on a building, everyone in my class thought it was the coolest thing ever. My elementary-self wanted to draw more and so started my journey to the field of graphic design.
I remember first seeing some of Lemon.ly's artwork a couple years ago and thinking, "Wow, if only I could make something that awesome," and here I am today at 9 Clouds U. working with the Lemon.ly crew! Everyday and project has been a blast so far. I feel that I have already grown as a designer though my first month at this internship, and I am very hopeful for the projects to come.
-Michael, 9 Clouds U. Intern
We are happy to unveil a new infographic from 9 Clouds U. Sara and Michael scoured the long list of summer music festivals and narrowed it down to the elite eight. Besides from the great artists headlining this year, they were also impressed by the charity contributions and eco-friendly initiatives from many of the festivals. We would love to hear your feedback about the infographic, and if you are one of the lucky concertgoers this summer we wish you a safe trip!
-9 Clouds U.
Music Festival Mania
As another week bites the dust here at 9 Clouds U, our interns have been gathering info about summer music festivals and designing new graphics. Check back Tuesday for the unveiling of Michael and Sara's second infographic. While some of the festivals had them scrambling to find their fanny packs, other ones did not quite crack the list.
Burning Man in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada takes the prize for being the most bizarre music festival they stumbled across. There are no headliners. Instead, the attendees are the performers as well as the artists and vendors. Burning Man emphasizes participation and building a music festival community outside the traditional rubric. Needless to say, mission accomplished.
-9 Clouds U.
Sources:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/culture/gallery/2012/sep/01/burning-man-2012-pictures#/?picture=395524212&index=0 http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/11/burning-man-festival_n_3062194.html
We are excited to release our first project of the summer! For our first infographic we combined sport statistics about the NBA draft lottery with some enticing visuals to produce a statographic. It was a bit of a struggle at the beginning considering our lack of NBA knowledge, but with the help of the Lemon.ly team we were able to figure it out!
Michael was able to bring the visual together with Adobe Illustrator and then dress up the design a bit in Photoshop. Check out the full graphic on the Statographics blog. Let us know your thoughts on the statographic!
-9 Clouds U.
The New 2013 9 Clouds U Intern Crew
We are happy to announce the beginning of our 2013 9 Clouds U intern session! This week we welcomed Sara and Michael to the office, let's have them introduce themselves.
(Above: Enjoying tacos on the first day!)
Ice Breaker Q&A with the 2013 9CloudsU Interns
Sara Hometown: Crofton, NE ~ School: Augustana College
Happy Thursday! My name is Sara Kohles and I will be the Project Manager intern for 9CloudsU. This summer should be an exciting adventure working with the wonderful Lemon.ly staff!
1. What has been your most memorable Halloween costume?
Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays. When I was six, my parents dressed me up as a Cornhusker cheerleader. From the pom poms to the braided pigtails, I was one happy trick-or-treater!
2. Where is your go-to study spot?
Queen City Bakery in Sioux Falls has been the perfect place to fulfill my sugar and caffeine cravings during test days.
3. Are you a cat or dog type of person?
As much as I love college, I miss having pets. Counting the days until I am done with classes? More like counting down the days until I can have a dog.
4. Have you traveled recently or looking to travel anywhere in the future?
I have been lucky enough to spend some time in Japan and Ireland. This next January I am planning on traveling to India!
5. Last but not least, what is your favorite Lemon.ly infographic?
The Healthy Farm interactive infographic is my most recent favorite. It showcases the breadth of Lemon.ly’s talent by pushing the borders of traditional infographics.
Michael Hometown: Lennox, SD ~ School: SDSU
Hi my name is Michael Jordan Mazourek and I am the new design intern at 9Clouds. I am extremely excited for this summer and what design opportunities it holds. When my friends would tell me their dreams of playing for the NBA or NFL, I dreamt about making their logos and designs for their jerseys and helmets. I love sports too, but art has always been my passion.
1. What has been your most memorable Halloween costume?
As a kid, I always had it in the back of my mind that I was preparing to someday become a pirate. I spent four consecutive Halloweens dressed with a parrot, hook, hat, beard, eye patch, and all!
2. Where is your go-to study spot?
Einsteins Bagels in the Union at SDSU for sure.
3. Are you a cat or dog type of person?
Normally I would say I have a dog preference, but within the past couple years my family has acquired a cat (she jumped out of the engine of my mom’s car). She plays fetch, rolls around on her back, and chases us around so she vaguely resembles a dog anyway.
4. Have you traveled recently or looking to travel anywhere in the future?
I am excited to head over to California in a couple weeks, but in the far future I would like to witness the beauty dispersed through Europe’s many countries!
5. Last but not least, what is your favorite Lemon.ly infographic?
That’s a tough question. If I had to pick a favorite, I would have to choose the “Prevent Your Extinction” graphic about BIM. The color scheme, texture, and illustration style all work together powerfully to create a great visual. The comparison between BIM and dinosaurs is a really awesome concept as well!
Michael and Sara have not wasted any time jumping into research and design for some new infographics. Check out tomorrow's post to see their first project. -9 Clouds U
Here are the deets for the 9 Clouds U. Internship for 2013.
Check out the video below to get a taste of what the internship entails.
Cheers!
Students or recent grads of Advertising/Marketing, Graphic Design, or Web Development...Looking for a 2013 summer internship? Submit your resume for 9 Clouds University. To see what has been done in previous 9 Clouds U. classes, keep reading.
Submission Deadline: March 1, 2013
Submission Email: [email protected]
Details in the post above.
May the odds be ever in your favor. Let the reaping begin…
9 Clouds U. Class of 2012 Graduation
It wasn’t too long ago that the 9 Clouds staff met the 9 Clouds U. Class of 2012. Three months, a number of infographics, clients and one Ignite South Dakota event later summer is almost over and it’s time for our interns to graduate. We’ve got a few last questions for these lemonturns. What have they learned? What have they enjoyed? What are their future plans? And what advice do they have for next year’s class? Morgan Hauck, 9 Clouds U. Account Executive/Project Manager What will you be doing this fall/next year? Finishing my Senior year up at SDSU! Where do you plan on living? Brookings! What's the biggest thing you've learned from 9 Clouds U.? I've learned to not be so shy about my ideas, just speak up and not be afraid to throw em' out there! What has been your favorite part about 9 Clouds U.? That's such a hard question! Everything! The people of 9clouds and Lemon.ly, the clients I've got to work with, the the projects I've got help with, the feel of a new start-up.. It's all been so fun and challenging in a wonderful way. Any advice for next year's class? Don't be afraid to ask questions and be open to everything, you never know what you'll end up learning not only about the biz, but also about yourself! Brett Hanes, 9 Clouds U. Graphic Designer What will you be doing this fall/next year? I will continue designing for Lemon.ly as a part time employee. Where do you plan on living? Sioux Falls, SD What's the biggest thing you've learned from 9 Clouds U.? How design interacts with business, and how to design in the "work world". What has been your favorite part about 9 Clouds U.? I was treated like part of the team and given meaningful work. Any advice for next year's class? Treat every day like an opportunity to learn something. Heidi Hoffman, 9 Clouds U. Content & Information Architect/Editor What will you be doing this fall/next year? Finishing up my last year at Creighton University (GO JAYS!) Where do you plan on living? I just got an apartment down in Omaha so I’ll be living down there for the school year and staying down there after graduation. What's the biggest thing you've learned from 9 Clouds U.? One of the coolest things about my job was distributing the infographics to blogs and other social media sites. It’s crazy to see how quickly information spreads. What has been your favorite part about 9 Clouds U.? It’s a combination of learning and showing your talent - the start-up atmosphere is the perfect environment for that! Any advice for next year's class? It’s all about what you learn, not necessarily about what you already know so don’t stress out if there are things you’re unsure of.
It's a birthday kind of month
August is a month full of things to celebrate at 9 Clouds so it’s time to pull out the candles, cut the cake and put on your party hats, friends. We’ve got three birthdays this month. Morgan Date: August 14th Cake: You can't go wrong with classic vanilla bean cake smothered with butter cream frosting. How she celebrates: By eating copious amounts of said cake, buying a new outfit, and going out for dinner and drinks w/ friends/family Best Birthday: My 21st for sure! I sang backup and played tambourine in a random band playing back home then continued the celebration in Vegas with some great pals John Date: August, 21st Cake: My mom's chocolate cake recipe. She saves it for special occasions, and it is indeed special. How he celebrates: A great dinner with my friends and family is an ideal birthday celebration. Many of my birthdays over my lifetime have included a Minnesota Twins game. Best Birthday: One I remember particularly well was in 1998 when I had a World Cup theme. I had a bunch of friends over and we played a soccer tournament with each person choosing a country to represent and play for. We even glued a softball on top of a large, upside down plastic mug and spray-painted the entire thing to create our own World Cup trophy. It was intense. Amy Date: August 23rd Cake: Cheesecake How she celebrates: By spending it with the people that make the other 364 days a year awesome! Best Birthday: My 7th birthday I went to the Omaha Zoo, it was pretty legit. Happy birthday, Morgan, John and Amy!