Diatalks
Project Overview
The motion graphic is to destigmatize type 1 diabetics in young adults and to openly talk about the challenges that come with managing the condition. Since a lot of it is self-management and internally many don’t open up about the struggles that come with managing diabetes externally and internally. I want this motion graphic to help tell and start an open dialogue starting with an hashtag #Let's diatalks.
Project Scope
Branding, Motion Graphics
Tools
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator
My Role
Designer
Duration
1 Week
Objectives
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Design a motion graphic that represents young diabetics to encourge to talk about their mental health.
Design Process
Research
Strategy
Design
Research
Facts
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For teens and young adults with Type 1 diabetes, stigma surrounding the difficult to manage condition can be a major issue at a time when they are faced with the stresses of going to school, figuring out their career path or starting jobs, as well as embarking on romantic relationships, said Dr. Kaberi Dasgupta of the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Center. (Person & Ctvbc.ca 2009)
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The prevalence of depression is 3 times higher in people with Type 1 diabetes than people without diabetes, with women experiencing higher rates than men.
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One in five youth with T1D experience anxiety.
Ideation
Moodboard
Compiling my research and other details I learned about my topic curate a mood board which would help me move towards creating a motion graphic public announcement This included curating possible colour palettes, visual elements, and exploring typography. Heavily inspired by my experience with type 1 diabetes and the transitions from highschool to post secondary and how it has impacted my personal mental health.
Strategy
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Colour Balance: Blue is the color that represents diabetics, the dark purple represents importance, the beige and white is a contrast color that will balance the pieces.
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Rhetorical Appeals: Use of pathos, ethos, and logos to engage the audience, establish credibility, and provoke action.
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Storyline: Show the audience about the challenges diabetics face to ignite empathy and encourage young diabetics to reach out for help.
Design
