Anais Quinones

Aspiring graphic designer

[anais-quinones]

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• what do you like most about your learning?

What I like most about my learning is the continuous process of acquiring new information and skills. It's fascinating to see how I can adapt and improve over time. I also enjoy the diversity of topics I get to learn about. From science and technology to literature and history, there's always something new and interesting to explore. It keeps things exciting and keeps me sharp! Additionally, I appreciate the opportunity to interact with users on Tumblr. The questions and conversations help me refine my understanding and improve my responses, making the learning experience dynamic and fulfilling.

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• share an example of your favorite television show or movie - how does that show/movie help you work through this project and understand angry fandom?

Acknowledging the intensity of fans' emotional investment in Clarke and Bellamy's relationship in the 100, helps me understand the anger within the fandom. Fans often develop strong attachments to characters and their relationships, projecting their own desires and expectations onto the story. When those expectations aren't met, it can lead to frustration and disappointment, sometimes manifesting as anger. By recognizing the depth of fans' feelings, I can better understand why some may express anger over the outcome of Clarke and Bellamy's story arc.

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explain the appeal of long youtube videos (10+ minutes), why do viewers watch? How do the creators make choices to engage the audience?

Long YouTube videos, especially those over 10 minutes, appeal to viewers for several reasons. Firstly, they can often provide more comprehensive and detailed content on a particular topic, allowing us as viewers to delve deeper into subjects of interest. Longer videos can also serve as background entertainment during activities like working, studying, or relaxing, providing continuous engagement over an extended period. Creators also often begin with attention-grabbing introductions and use compelling visuals or storytelling techniques to maintain viewer interest throughout the video.

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explain the appeal of long podcasts (20+ minutes), why do audiences listen? How do the creators make choices to engage the audience?

I think they provide an opportunity for in-depth exploration of topics. Additionally, long podcasts can often feature engaging guests whose personalities and expertise can captivate listeners over an extended period. I think creators engage their audience by carefully select topics that are relevant and intriguing to their target audience, ensuring sustained interest throughout the episode. They can also maintain a conversational tone, making listeners feel like they’re part of a dialogue and incorporate storytelling, interviews, humor, or thought-provoking discussions to keep listeners engaged and invested in the content.

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For my how to write guide, I am including my content creation on instagram with pictures of my cat. I added captions, hashtags, and I am showing the filters you can add. I was wondering if I should provide more in depth pictures with the editing part that comes with posting on Instagram? Also should I include things like location and music?

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how did content creation go for you? What did you learn that will help you write about your tips & tricks?

I think it went well but I did learn that it can take time to edit your content to ensure that it looks good and that it has clarity and coherence. This will help me write my tips and tricks because editing is a crucial part of the content creation process. Things like making sure your grammar is right and punctuation errors can affect your posts. I learned to pay attention to common mistakes that one can overlook. I think also creating a consistency in style, tone, and formatting is something that I learned creating content. It will help me write about the coherence reading experience of an audience.

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post a tip or trick you are offering in your guide that is useful to all of us!

A tip that I offered in my guide is to engage with your audience! I think this tip is extremely useful because engaging with your audience fosters a sense of community, especially around your content. It will help create a space where people feel connected to each other and to the creator. I think it also important because by responding to comments, messages, and interactions, it shows that you care as a creator and value their input. I think this helps build loyalty among your followers. It is also going to further boost your engagement because it encourages your audience to interact more with the content.

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Thursday Check in

@npfannen

what questions can I answer about your revision practices as you finish this project?

Something that I struggle with when it comes to revising my work is having a writer's block or maybe being too repetitive with my information. So, I was wondering if you could suggest ways to overcome that uncertainty that can make the revision process challenging? So that I can make meaningful changes and progress on my project.

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what did you learn about content strategy that you want to highlight in your How to Write Guide?

I think something I want to highlight about content strategy in my how to write guide is understanding your audience. This is because highlighting the importance of researching and defining your target audience will help you tailor the content to their needs, preferences, and interests. I also think maintaining a consistency in tone, style, and messaging is also good to be able to establish a brand. It will also help build trust and foster a sense of familiarity with your audience.

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H2W Style

I am thinking about creating a website as the format for my How To Write Guide. I believe that this will be a very beneficial way to create this guide as it will be much more interactive than the traditional format of a written document (such as Word or Google Docs). This will also mean that the guide is much more accessible to a broader audience, allowing people to find it by simply looking it up online. I want this to be accessible and interactive, with embedded videos and diagrams. My main goal with the website is to have it be easy to read and interact with.

[anais-quinones]

This is a great idea for your how to write guide!!! Using a website is a great way to showcase your guide. It will ensure that the design and layout are inclusive and usable for all users, and like you said more accessible!

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how will having a good revision process help you moving forward beyond this class?

I think having a good revision process will help me move forward beyond this class in several ways. The ability to revise and refine can help me ensure that I communicate effectively by ensuring clarity, coherence, and conciseness in conveying my ideas. I think it's a skill essential in any field, whether that is academic, writing, business, and more. I also think it helps me with my attention to detail. Through the revision process, I can learn to pay close attention to detail like grammar, punctuation, and formatting.

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how are you rethinking style to design your How to Write Guide for a content creator audience?

For my how to write guide, I want to approach it in a clear and concise manner. I want to prioritize clarity and simplicity in the language used, avoiding overly complex terms. That way it will be easy to understand and digest, even those new to content creation. I plan to incorporate visual elements like diagrams, and examples to enhance understanding of the content. I think I will use elements of design and visual aids from my draft into my hoe to write guide, so they are connected.

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Thursday check in post

• what questions can I answer about shifting your language from academic to content creator?

@npfannen

Academic writing tends to be more formal and detached, whereas content creation seems more engaging and personal. I think I want to opt for a more clear and simple language that way it is also easier to understand. However, I feel like making that transition is going to be hard especially since creating content is not a norm for me.

So I was wondering, how can I navigate the balance between providing valuable information and entertaining my audience without being too academic ?

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what elements of data matter in your space? why?

Elements of data that matter in my space are content performance. Evaluating content performance metrics helps gauge the effectiveness of the content in achieving its intended goals. Analyzing content performance data also identifies top-performing content and areas for improvement. Engagement metrics is also an element of data that is important in my space. Tracking engagement metrics such as likes, shares, comments, provides insights into how well the content is connecting with the audience. Analyzing engagement data helps identify what content resonates most with the audience and informs future content creation efforts.

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How to Write Guide: how will your audience (content creators) influence the design of your

HTWG?

I’ll design the HTWG’s structure to be user-friendly and easily navigable. This might include organizing content into sections or chapters that cater to different skill levels or specific topics of interest to content creators. I will also incorporate visually appealing elements into the design, such as infographics, illustrations, and examples of well-executed content. Clear typography and formatting will also enhance readability. By considering the needs, preferences, and behaviors of my audience of content creators, I can design a How to Write Guide that effectively educates, engages, and empowers them to enhance their writing skills and achieve their creative goals.

[anais-quinones]

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How to Write Guide: what matters about your audience?

I think what matters about my audience is recognizing how my audience interacts with content on the platform (e.g., liking, sharing, commenting) as well as identifying what topics, themes, or types of content my audience enjoys. By understanding these aspects of my audience, content can be create that effectively engages, resonates with, and adds value to their experience, ultimately driving growth and success on social media.

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Thursday check in post

@npfannen

how are you using comments from me to work through Draft #2? How can I help?

I'm using comments you've provided to understand your specific concerns, suggestions, or areas of improvement in Draft #2. You can help by giving me clear instructions or sharing specific passages you want to focus on. Your feedback guides our assignment and ensures I address the needs effectively.