Publications
Wadah Chronicles
Role
Year
Software/Platform
Output
Graphic Designer, Layout Designer
2016-2022
Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Affinity Publisher, Affinity Photo, Affinity Designer, Canva
Printed Magazine, Digital Magazine
Design Process
The Wadah Chronicles is a series of publications highlighting the latest news and information about Wadah Foundation, its supported communities, and its partners.
As an in-house graphic designer, I was in charge of the overall design and layout of the publication throughout its production from 2016 - 2022, including its transition to digital-only edition since 2020.
The design concept of each article/news is dependent on the quality and quantity of available images and text. The photos used for the publication are sourced straight from the communities or individuals whom the article is based on. Since the photos are not normally taken by a professional photographer, the qualities and styles of the photos received vary greatly, so each news article is treated differently and customized according to the available content.
Ever since the switch from print to exclusively digital, the design and layout of the magazine had to be changed. The digital version also incorporates that use of hyperlinks in texts and elements to take full advantage of its digital nature.
Media
Wadah Chronicles - January 2020 Edition
Wadah Chronicles - June 2020 Edition
Wadah Chronicles - Digital Edition
Wadah Chronicles - January 2020 Edition
Here are some selected editions of the Wadah Chronicles published from 2016 - 2022.
Wadah Chronicles - December 2016 Edition
Wadah Chronicles - April 2018 Edition
Wadah Chronicles - April 2018 Edition
Digital-only release:
Wadah Chronicles - January 2021 Edition
Wadah Chronicles - January 2021 Edition
Key Learnings/Reflection
The most challenging part of creating this magazine was not in designing it but was in managing the timely delivery of the content and materials. Having multiple sources, it takes much effort to follow up and remind those in charge of the materials to deliver them on time. Coordination is key.