Doing my homework early for once! On top of things for today....
I posted this image first, because I am really interested in the programming Street Level Youth Media is doing that relates 100% to my thesis. That is always a good thing for me... Click on the image to see the full movie.As far as the website for Street Level Youth Media goes, I am feeling pretty confidant that people will all find it very user-friendly. The labels are clear, the homepage is accessible, and the site overall works for me.
The one thing that confused me (before I dug a little deeper) was the mission statement. I think that should be on the TOP of the About Us section. It's a great mission statement, although I still never know what 'urban' means... but that's another story entirely.
At any rate, I don't think that the mission statement should be on the side bar, move it right up front. The history of the site is pretty cool too. It starts with modest intentions and curiosities and ends with a great program.I also noticed that the FreeLance Artists who work there include Matt Woods, who I saw speak at the MCA. He was awesome, and gave a really great presentation on media literacy in the arts programming for teachers. I can see why the media they produce turns out really well.
The site is accessible, easy to use, and I like the design style/layout. I give it a GO!
-Molly
after checking out the video, i'm curious to know what your thesis is about. how does this video relate to it exactly?
ReplyDeletei think their site does a good job of reflecting the video/media slant of the organization without being overly techy. if that's even a word. :) good point about the mission statement too. after working for a few different non-profits, it's always interesting to see how varied the approach ot a mission statement can be, and how vital it is to a group's purpose. it should be front and center!
My thesis is about the impact of media in the understanding of gender roles...
ReplyDeleteI was thinking of working with video originally, but am moving on to better understood topics. I have to go with strengths, and sadly video isn't there yet.
yeah, i kind of missed those additional menu options on the right-hand column at first too. if the layout were just reversed, with those links on the left, i think i'd notice them sooner.
ReplyDeleteyour thesis topic sounds really interesting! so if you're not using video, what media have you decided to go with?