​​​​Michael ​Maciejewski

Created a fictional beer packaging design that uses type, content, graphics, and color to establish visual solutions for particular design recommendations. I used Adobe Illustrator to create the design and Adobe Dimension to render a final product. This project highlights how information is presented using visual style, hierarchy, and structure.

Conducted an ethnographic study about online learning environments to improve its functionality. Interviewed several informants and carried out several methods of observational analysis. Used an iterative method of generating insight and data by identifying relationships between online engagement and online friction. 

Conducted a study within the University of Colorado, Boulder identifying processes and methods in the research information ecosystem that can be improved. Furthermore, analyzing how the information flows through these ecosystems and visualize the relationship between these processes.

Created an informational poster mailer with the Colorado Symphony Concert Schedule using Adobe Illustrator and Indesign. This typographic design includes specific tones and typefaces to communicate information

Conducted an ethnographic study about different aspect of a retail experience. Ethnographic data collection requires understanding of interpersonal connections, human behavior, cultural practices, and insightful observation. This study used ethnographic methods to provide explanation and reasoning to particular design recommendations.

Created a hypertext narrative using HTML5, Javascript, and CSS. This experience allow user's to choose their journey through some of Colorado's most significant sights.

Used Adobe Illustrator to visually express John F. Kennedy's inauguration speech in 1961. This booklet uses unique forms of typography to represent Kennedy's famous words. The final product was an accordion book which embodies various design techniques and foundations.

Collaborated with a Red Rocks bus service to design a graphic sticker for their customers. Addressed specific design requirements based on client's needs and audience preferences. Used Adobe Illustrator to orient design needs and apply specific color requirements and design recommendations.

Analyzed a COVID-19 API to track the virus based on date and state. Aggregated data to discover new information about the virus using visuals to display findings. Determined which states and date had the most increased cases in COVID in addition to finding which states had the lowest number of cases.

Collaborated with two less privileged sixth graders to design a mobile game through empathizing with students needs and working through the creative process.