Considering I’d only recently been featured in Computer Arts I was incredibly surprised to receive an email from Computer Arts’ sister magazine “Computer Arts Projects (CAP)”. As it turned out one of the editors had seen my work via a video link on a facebook page and decided to find out a little more about me. Interestingly enough I don’t actually have a facebook account so I can only imagine one of my brothers has posted something.

I was one of around 10 freelance designers who were featured in this month’s issue on the topic of “How to be a better freelancer”. My work was featured under “inspirational projects” where I managed to plug the Made in Brunel exhibition along with some of my other pieces of work.

Good things just keep on coming at the minute..

Well there I was on Wednesday morning rushing to iron a shirt having had a little mishap on the tube, when Matt Collins “the cheeky chappy” gives me a call letting me know there are a number of people who’d like to talk to me about my final year project Josh Pyke – Fill You In (Music Video Showcase).

In a panic I darted off to the station and made my way down to the Business Design Centre in Islington (Where we also held the Made in Brunel event I’ve mentioned previously).

Shortly after meeting what turned out to be the Hallmark team I was stunned to find out that they were actually there to present an award. To my delight my name was announced across the tannoy and off I went to be presented with the “The New Designers Hallmark Cards Plc Award”.

The award consisted of a £1000 cash prize, along with a four week paid placement at their international head quarters in Bradford.

The company usually outsources all their animation work for ecards etc overseas, which will mean I will be leading their animation team while I’m working there. Although my main role will be animation they’re very interested in how they can communicate with people with a range of new medias I’ve come across during my studies at Brunel.

Judges citation: ‘Outstanding and professional multi media skills. Jason’s work represents a raw, illustrative talent using great typography and innovative design which makes a memorable and emotional statement.’

The photographer had an interesting challenge on his hands given the rest of the winners had physical exhibition pieces. Luckily I had my Computer Arts Magazine (Issue 150) to hand.

I’ve been seriously overwhelmed with the amount of attention this piece of work has received and shall enjoy the attention while it lasts. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Hallmark for selecting my work out of the hundreds of brilliant pieces of work the other universities had to offer at the exhibition.

Related posts.
http://www.dezeen.com/2008/07/11/new-designers-awards-2008/
http://www.newdesigners.com/page.cfm/link=86
http://dumbledad.wordpress.com/category/design/

As I’ve mentioned in a previous post I’ve been heavily involved in the preparation of the exhibition; however to give a little more information into my involvement I thought I’d make a quick post.

My main roles are that of a manager for the DVD team; however given the limited staff we have at our disposal I’m also the lead editor, graphic designer and I’m often required to work as a camera man, which includes not only the setup of the camera, but the lighting and the sound etc.

You can find examples of my work produced for the Made in Brunel DVD, Exhibition Showreel and Exhibition countdown here:

http://www.vimeo.com/madeinbrunel

Pleasantly surprised that I’d actually made it into the magazine I was ecstatic to find out that I’d been chosen to receive the “Award of Excellence” in the animation category.

Below is a snapshot of my double page spread in the Computer Arts Showcase 2008, which is included in Issue 150, dated July 2008 [On sale from June 5th 2008]

My work was also selected to be included on the CD that is again included in this Issue of the Computer Arts magazine.

Made in Brunel 2008 Exhibition, 10-12 June (Stand H, Area 3)

As some of you may know, there is a student run and organised exhibition that I’ve been heavily involved in recently. Additional to my involvement in the exhibition I shall also be presenting my final year project, which I hope to be a launch pad for a possible career in the large and competitive world of multimedia.

http://www.madeinbrunel.com/exhibition/

“Made in Brunel is driven, managed and realised by a team of dedicated students. In addition to their heavy academic workload, they have volunteered to plan, execute and deliver this collection of work to a global audience. Their passion, drive and enthusiasm characterise the spirit of Made in Brunel.

Today, our brand is set in stone! To express what Made in Brunel is, we’ve written a mission statement.

• To present our best student projects to the outside world in a distinctive way that reflects the positive qualities associated with IK Brunel.
• We will motivate students to present proof of their skills, energy, commitment and work to a high professional standard.
• We will engage business and the public at a deep level, whilst also exuding fun, friendliness, efficiency and a fresh approach to realising and communicating student innovations and enterprise.

With the help of our mission statement and brand guidelines, Made in Brunel is now more than ever, a consistent and easily recognisable brand that will continue to grow for years to come.”

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New Designers 2008, 10-13 July (Stand G14)

http://www.newdesigners.com/

“New Designers is the foremost event in graduate design showcasing the work, energy and talent of some 4000 designers every July at the Business Design Centre, London N1.”

I am one of twelve students whom the University have invited to exhibit at the prestigious New Designers event held at the equally grand Business Design Centre in Islington, London. The selection process was made on what the university felt was the best examples of student work.